There is a virtually new B 57 for sale at a yard in CT. Owner (92 years old ) died. Price is on Interyacht for $795,000 US Not bad. Condor
ARC presents special issues. Because of the distance, motoring runs the risk of running out of fuel. So people sail on even in lighter airs....
Production boat, further thoughts The dialogue on this thread about producton boats and certain size issues has been informative. I will suggest...
Condor again Of course it is only my opinion. As stated, I think modern production boats of any size get negative commentary from old salty dog...
Trips Most boats never go 30 miles past thier home ports. In a well found boat, big or small, a trip to Berumda from the east coast of the US...
Big boats As noted see my article in October Sailing magazinewhich is big boats vs small, my good friend and crew mate write the piece on small...
473 Having also owned a 473, she is a fast boat, a bit quicker motion in a seaway than my B 57 and runs a bit bit better off the wind. In most...
Offshore Once again let me comment on the Benneteau 57 and offshore. I am tired on hearing that it is a "production Boat". Or hearing it is...
The B57 will do 8+ with 25 to 30 knots dead astern. If you can crank off a bit, she will hit 9's. See the speed polars on the Beneteau USA web...
I own my 57 for around 800+ but the prices have gone up. The jenneau is a beautiful boat.
There is no question the Jenneau 54 is fabulous boat. Very good sailer, very pretty. My decision was based on two things. First, my local...
I know of a 57 for sale in our yard (owner died) Let me know if I can be of assistance. rlally@flrcpa.com Condor
Growing pains systems stuff, Raymarine calibration, chain counter, electrical gremlins when a light circuit won't work. Minor stuff. Remeber...
B 57 the B57 is a great boat. I have now sailed her for a year. She is big and fast and confidence inspiring. Read my artiocle on big boats in...
THe Jenneaue 54 is a great boat. I particualerly like it with the owners cabin forward as that gets around its one issue for me ( at over six...
Beneteau 57 passage to Miami I just finished a 1,100 passage from Mystic CT to Miami FL on my Beneteau 57. I can report she is fast, seakindly...
Beneteau 57 and Jenneau 54 I just chartered a Jenneau 54 in the BVI for a week. Here are my comments. Nice sailing boat. Very pretty to look...
Beauty Yes, you raise a sad point, the new designs are not all that beautiful. They have functionality. The older desings, say a Hickley or...
Boats I appreciate your thoughtful comments. However, have you ever driven a TVR or a Morgan? Exactly my point, they do some things very...
