The most popular sailing rallies
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The most popular sailing rallies
For many people, the yacht they already own is the one they’ll use for their adventure, even if it isn’t ‘perfect’. But what is the right boat? There is always a compromise to be made on cost, availability, comfort or speed.
A boat that will look after you at sea and be a comfortable home at anchor is a good place to start. If you already own this boat, then you have the advantage of knowing the systems and how it handles in all conditions.
If you need to purchase a boat, then the choice is huge. Don’t forget that almost every brand and make of boat has sailed in one of our rallies.
The average age of a rally boat is around 15 years, but this covers a wide range, from less than 12 months old to classics.
It’s worth looking at ‘pre-loved’ brokerage boats, especially those already equipped for ocean sailing. If the boat is well maintained then it may just need a service before she’s ready to go, but always take expert advice and pay for a marine survey. Specialist brokers are a good place to start.
On the other hand, you can specify a new boat exactly as you want it, and the cost may be equivalent to refurbishing an older model. Don’t rush the commissioning process. Invest the time in an extended shakedown cruise, even if it means delaying the big adventure for a year. Things always go wrong on new boats, and it’s better to be closer to the builder if you need advice or repairs.
Multihulls now account for almost a third of our ocean-crossing fleets, and it’s easy to see why they’re increasingly popular. The living space can be vast compared to a monohull, which is especially attractive for families and people planning long-term Caribbean cruising.
Monohulls are still the majority, and likely to remain so. A monohull can set more sail downwind without flying a spinnaker, they’re cheaper to dock in marinas and harbours, and some people prefer the motion at sea.
If you’re weighing up the decision between one hull or two, then our advice is to step onboard as many boats as possible, go for test sails and speak to other owners.
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