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    What do you wish you'd known?

    I've dreamt of owning and sailing my own boat, and specifically a Catalina for the last 11 years. I was reasonably sure that the combination of life, finances, children, etc. were going to continue to cause that dream to be deferred for at least another 10 years, but last week a good friend of...
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    1978 hunter 25, should I buy?

    hello all, I am looking for feedback on a boat I am looking to purchase tomorrow. She is a 1978 hunter 25 in fairly good condition. Specifics; No soft spots or blisters Servicable main and jib Bow and stern rails intact Interior needs some tlc and re-cushion Boat is dry, bilge dry Needs...
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    Considering the Hunter 34

    I'm considering purchasing a 1984 Hunter 34 and was hoping to get some honest feedback on the boat. As this will be my first boat, I'm looking for something that is stable and easy to sail. I'm planning to sail on the Great Lakes, mostly day-sailing but with a few short overnight trips with...