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7 Popular Sailboats with Two Masts (With Pictures & Prices)

Sailboats can come with one, two, or even more masts. You can also have different-sized masts placed on the front, back, or middle of your vessel.

Below, I have listed popular sailboats that have two masts.

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Things to Know About Sailboats With Two Masts

When looking for sailboats with two masts, you should know what you are looking for. A Ketch is one type of sailboat with two masts.

Knowing this term can help you to nail down your search when looking for a boat with two masts.

These boats come in many shapes and sizes as well as many different types of designs. Generally, these types of boats have the taller mast being forward and the smaller mast near the aft.

Yawls are also boats that feature two masts.

These also come in multiple types and designs. The difference between the Ketch and the Yawl is that the Yawl has the larger mast in the aft instead of forward. They also have smaller sails and can be easier to handle.

Another type of sailing ship that features two masts is a Brigantine.

This ship has mixed sailing rigs which commonly features squared sails on the front part of the ship and triangular sails on the back of the ship.

These boats are often larger and require more people to handle them.

7 Great Used Boats with Two Masts

There are many benefits to used boats including a lower cost. You can get a larger boat for a lower cost if you choose to buy used.

When looking at used boats, you need to make sure you look at the boat and its features thoroughly to make sure everything is in great working order.

If you do not feel confident that you can properly look over a used vessel, you can even hire a marine inspector to look it over and let you know of any potential issues or needed repairs. You can use this assessment to decide what is worth it, or if the needed repairs fall into the budget.

It is much more common for a used boat to have more than one mast. This is because the newer sailboat models are creating their new designs with just one mast.

One mast ships are easier to handle and manage so new designs are trying to optimize design and ease of sailing.

Below are great used sailboats with two masts which I have arranged by price .

1. 1976 Westerly Center Cockpit Ketch

This 1976 Westerly Center Cockpit Ketch is a small 36-foot long sailboat with two masts. This is a solidly built cruising vessel that features a center cockpit ketch layout.

This boat has a small 38 horsepower engine perfectly fit to navigate its smaller size.

The interior features 1 single berth and 3 double berths all in 3 cabins. This boat also has 2 full heads onboard.

You also have a full galley with a 4 burner stove, refrigerator and freezer, stainless steel sink, and microwave oven.

This boat makes great use of limited space and offers many amenities in a much smaller frame.

Price: $37,000.00

2. 1978 Jeanneau Gin Fizz

The 1978 Jeanneau Gin Fizz is a trusted and popular two-masted design capable of crossing the Atlantic Ocean .

This boat is also very spacious for a boat that is only 38 feet in length. This model also won an award for “security, comfort, ease of handling, and ability to handle varying conditions.”

This particular used model has been well maintained and upgraded over the years.

This boat is great for family cruising, offshore passages, and even racing.

This boat features a 50 horsepower engine to help navigation.

Inside you can find 2 cabins and 1 head. You will be highly comfortable with air conditioning and other interior luxuries.

Price: $46,000.00

3. 1979 Freedom 40

The Freedom 40 is a classically designed centerboard ketch with two masts. This boat is a great sailor loaded for cruising on the wide-open blue water.

This sailboat is 40 feet in length and features accommodations for six people that include a double-v berth, another double berth, and two single berths.

There is also a full head that can be accessed both from the main salon and aft cabin.

This boat was recently painted and features newer interior fabrics, forced air heating, and much more.

You can find a dinette with separate freezer and refrigeration compartments, a stove with an oven and broiler, a double stainless steel sink, plenty of storage, and other interior features.

This boat also comes with an outboard motor with 50 horsepower and a hard bottom inflatable dinghy.

Price: $54,900.00

4. 1977 Puma 38 Ketch

The Puma 38 Ketch is a two-masted sailboat built for racing like the rest of the Puma sailing line. This brand prides itself on speed and maneuverability.

The 1977 Puma 38 is 34 feet in length with a backup diesel engine that can help you get where you need to go as well as docking into a slip. This motor features more horsepower than the average sailboat with 45 horsepower.

Features on this vessel include autopilot, electrical and manual bilge pumps, a full marine head, running hot water, and refrigerator.

This boat is made of fiberglass with teak finishes and looks well kept. You can find this boat in Spain if you are interested in purchasing it.

Price: $66,099.00

5. 1973 Morgan Out Island 41

Originally designed by Charley Morgan, the Morgan Out Island 41 is a center cockpit shoal-draft cruiser that features two masts.

This larger boat is 41 feet 3 inches in length and features many amenities.

This boat is the tri-cabin version and features interior heating, pressurized hot and cold water, a 2 burner gas oven, and a fridge.

This boat also seats up to 7 in the 3 cabins and the saloon. There are also 2 full heads on this vessel.

This boat is even equipped with an inboard motor . Inboard motors are easier when it comes to navigation including backing up, which is generally hard for sailboats to do.

Price: $68,596.00

6. 1970 Hinckley Bermuda 40

This 1970 Hinckley Bermuda 40 is a gorgeous two-masted boat painted with a mixture of desert sand and oyster white on the exterior and features a beautiful and well-kept deck.

This boat has previously had all her systems replaced and upgraded and features a 40 horsepower engine that was new in 2014.

This boat features a mahogany interior and sleeps up to 6 people in 2 cabins. You can also find a 3 burner propane stove with oven, fridge and compressor, new countertops and plenty of storage.

This boat is a stunning and highly upgraded “must-see” at a very reasonable price.

Price: $129,500.00

7. 1995 Amel Super Maramu

A newer model of sailboat is the 1995 Amel Super Maramu sailboat. This sailboat has two masts and is very long at 53 feet.

This boat features an aft deck, steps molded right into the hull, well-protected cockpit an many other features. This boat has a large 76 horsepower engine which is more than the average sailboat is equipped with.

Inside, this boat features 2 cabins and 2 heads with showers. There is also plenty of storage, air conditioning , and electric heaters. There is also a nice salon and galley with a refrigerator, dishwasher, chest freezer, microwave oven, 3 burner stove, and other appliances.

This boat is great for multiple days out on the water and is new and updated. Because of the year, this was manufactured and the features, this boat has a larger price tag than the previous models.

Price: $299,990.00

Final Thoughts:

Sailboats are a great way to enjoy a day out at sea. Most sailboat models come with sleeping arrangements and even a kitchen. This makes them ideal for trips that will take more than a day.

Having multiple masts allows you to harness the power of the wind better and can increase your speed and directional capabilities.

There are many great choices when it comes to boats with two masts, but newer models are starting to steer away from double mast designs. This does not mean that you cannot get a good boat with two masts.

Used boats can be great choices when it comes to purchasing a boat. This is even more true with large, yacht boats such as the ones listed above.

Just make sure when you buy a used sailboat you check that everything is intact and in good working order and if it is not, you have allotted space in the budget to fix what is needed.

Your new double-masted sailboat should provide you with plenty of long-lasting memories and adventures out on the water while you connect with the wind and the sea.

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What Is A Boat With 2 Masts Called? (5 Options)

The mast is the tall vertical pole that supports the sails, and some sailboat designs can have one or more masts. These types of sailboats are often used for cruising and racing, and they come in a variety of designs. In this article, we'll help you easily identify the different types of boats with two masts.

Popular two-masted sailboats include:

Ketches and yawls are more stable, while schooners, brigs, and brigantines are faster and more maneuverable. Rigging configurations vary, with some having square sails on both masts, and others having fore-and-aft sails on one or both masts.

One of the most important features of a two-masted sailboat is its sail plan. A ketch has a mainsail and a mizzen sail, while a schooner has multiple sails on each mast. Let's find out the sail plan for other types of two-masted sailboats and what other features they differ from each other.

• The mainmast and mizzenmast have different functions, with the former propelling the boat forward and the latter providing balance and stability.
• If you're looking for a 2-masted sailboat that is comfortable and easy to handle, a ketch or yawl might be a good choice.
• If you're looking for a 2-masted sailboat that is fast and maneuverable, a brigantine or schooner might be your best option.
• A brig has square sails on both masts, while a brigantine has a square sail on the foremast and a fore-and-aft sail on the mainmast.

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How to recognize each sailboat, famous two-masted sailboats.

Below are the five most common types of two-masted sailboats and how you can quickly identify each:

In a two-masted sailboat, the mainmast usually carries the driving sail, which is responsible for propelling the boat forward. Meanwhile, the mizzenmast usually carries the balancing sail, which helps to balance the boat and keep it stable in different wind conditions.

Some sailboats are designed for speed, while others prioritize maneuverability and ease of handling. If you're looking for a sailboat that is comfortable and easy to handle, a ketch or yawl might be a good choice. These sailboats are generally more stable and easier to handle than other types of sailboats.

If you're looking for a sailboat that is fast and maneuverable, a brigantine or schooner might be a good choice . These sailboats are generally more difficult to handle than other types of sailboats, but they offer a thrilling sailing experience.

You can read more on two-masted sailboats in this article.

How to recognize a ketch:

• a medium-sized sailboat (30 ft and up) with two masts
• a smaller mast in back
• a taller mast in front
• both masts have mainsails
• sails are fore-and-aft rigged

Sail design of a ketch

A ketch has two masts, with a taller mizzenmast located more towards the middle of the boat and behind the main mast. You can identify a ketch through this article.

The sail design of a ketch allows for more sail area options and versatility in different wind conditions.

The two masts allow for a variety of sail configurations that can be adjusted depending on the wind conditions, making the ketch more versatile and adaptable in different sailing conditions.

Performance and maneuverability of a ketch

A ketch can be efficient and fast, especially when sailing downwind, due to the mizzen mast helping to balance the boat and reduce load on the main sail. The smaller size of the mizzen sail can be useful in strong winds, providing a smaller area of sail to catch the wind.

Maneuvering a ketch can be challenging due to more lines and rigging, but skilled sailors can learn to handle it with practice.

Rigging configuration of a ketch

The rigging configuration of a ketch allows for more control over sail trim and balance, with the main sail attached to the main mast and the smaller mizzen sail attached to the mizzen mast. The sails can be adjusted independently of each other, allowing for versatility in different sailing conditions. The mizzen sail can be used to balance the boat and keep it on course in light winds, or reduce the load on the main sail in stronger winds.

The ketch rig also allows for finer control over the shape of the sails, with the mizzen sail used to adjust the angle of attack of the main sail and balance the boat when sailing close to the wind.

How to recognize a schooner:

• a sailboat with mostly two masts
• a smaller mast in front
• a taller mast in the back
• mainsails have gaff-rigging (spar on top of the sail)

Sail design of a schooner

A schooner is a two-masted sailboat with the mainmast taller than the foremast, and triangular-shaped sails. The sails on the forward mast are smaller than those on the aft mast. Here's how to recognize a schooner .

Schooners can be sailed with a smaller crew due to the ease of adjusting the sails, and are often used for racing due to their speed and agility.

Schooners can also be used for cruising, but are less maneuverable than yawls and ketches due to their size.

Performance and maneuverability of a schooner

A schooner can be fast, especially in light winds, and its rigging configuration allows it to sail close to the wind, making it a good choice for long-distance cruising.

Schooners can cover a lot of ground quickly due to their ability to sail at a greater angle to the wind than some other types of sailboats.

Maneuvering a schooner can be relatively easy with a skilled crew, as the sails can be adjusted quickly and easily, allowing for easier turning and maneuvering than some other types of sailboats.

Rigging configuration of a schooner

The rigging configuration of a schooner allows for a greater variety of sail configurations due to the two masts and different sizes of the sails on each mast. This allows for versatility in different wind conditions, with the sails set up in different ways to catch more wind or provide more power.

Schooners can sail faster and more efficiently in light winds due to the ability to adjust the sails on each mast. In stronger winds, the sails can be adjusted to reduce sail area and prevent the boat from being overpowered, through reefing or changing the sail configuration.

How to recognize a yawl:

• a sailboat with two masts
• a main mast in front
• a much smaller mast in the back
• back mast doesn't carry a mainsail

Sail design of a yawl

A yawl is a two-masted sailboat with a shorter mizzenmast located behind the mainmast, usually behind the rudder post. The smaller mizzen sail on the aft mast can be used to balance the boat and provide additional power in light winds, while the larger mainsail on the main mast can be used for more power in stronger winds.

The advantage of a yawl is that it allows for more flexibility in sail handling.

Performance and maneuverability of a yawl

A yawl can be slower than other types of sailboats due to the additional weight of the second mast and rigging, but can be more stable and easier to handle in rough seas.

Yawls are a popular choice for cruising and long-distance sailing due to their stability.

Yawls can be easily maneuvered even with a small but skilled crew, making them suitable for cruising.

Rigging configuration of a yawl

The rigging configuration of a yawl provides several advantages, including:

• Balance : The smaller mizzen sail on the aft mast helps to balance the boat and reduce weather helm (the tendency of the boat to turn into the wind). This makes the boat easier to steer and more comfortable to sail.
• Flexibility : The smaller mizzen sail can be used to help control the boat in a variety of wind conditions, while the larger mainsail on the main mast provides more power in stronger winds.
• Safety : The mizzen sail on the aft mast can be used as a backup sail in case the main sail on the main mast is damaged or needs to be taken down. This provides an added level of safety and security when sailing offshore or in rough conditions.
• Ease of handling : The smaller mizzen sail on the aft mast can be used to help turn the boat quickly and with more control, making it easier to navigate in tight spaces or tricky conditions.

How to recognize a brig:

• a square-rigged foremast
• a mainmast that is either square-rigged or square-rigged and gaff-rigged

Sail design of a brig

A brig is a two-masted sailboat with square sails on both masts. The square sails are used to generate driving force when sailing downwind and are typically made of heavy canvas or durable materials. The sails are attached to the masts and yards using a series of ropes and lines known as the rigging.

The square sails on a brig are divided into smaller sections known as "panels," which can be adjusted individually to suit changing wind conditions.

Brig may also have one or more triangular-shaped fore-and-aft sails attached to the foremast, which can be adjusted using running rigging. Here's how to identify a brig.

Performance and maneuverability of a brig

The square-rigged sails of a brig allow it to sail closer to the wind than other types of sailing vessels, making it easier to maneuver in tight spaces and change direction quickly. This makes a brig ideal for naval warfare and piracy, where speed and maneuverability are essential for success.

The design of a brig allows for a smaller crew than other types of ships of similar size, which can make it easier to operate and maintain. Fewer crew members also means less weight and less space taken up by supplies and equipment, contributing to the ship's speed and maneuverability.

Rigging configuration of a brig

The rigging configuration of a brig typically includes square sails on both masts, which provide significant driving force when sailing downwind. However, this type of rig can be less effective when sailing upwind, as the sails are not as efficient at generating lift as a triangular sail.

One advantage of the brig's rigging configuration is that the square sails can be adjusted individually to suit changing wind conditions. The fore-and-aft sails can be used to fine-tune the vessel's speed and direction.

How to recognize a brigantine:

• a two-masted sailboat that is similar to a brig, but with a different rigging configuration
• a sailboat with a square-rigged foremast and a fore-and-aft rigged mainmast
• mainmast is typically taller than the foremast
• sails on the mainmast are fore-and-aft rigged, while the sails on the foremast are square-rigged

Sail design of a brigantine

A brigantine is a two-masted sailboat with square sails on the foremast and fore-and-aft sails on the mainmast. This configuration allows for a greater range of sail plan options. The square sails on the foremast can be used to drive the ship forward in strong winds, while the fore-and-aft sails on the mainmast can be used to maneuver the ship in more moderate winds.

Brigantines were used as cargo ships in the past and are still used for training and educational purposes.

Rigging configuration of a brigantine

The rigging configuration of a brigantine is complex, with multiple lines and cables used to control the sails and masts. The foremast typically has a topmast and a topgallant mast, while the mainmast may have a gaff and a boom to support the fore-and-aft sails. The rigging system includes shrouds, stays, and other lines that help stabilize the masts and sails and control their movement.

Performance and maneuverability of a brigantine

The combination of square and fore-and-aft sails allows for a greater range of sail plan options, which can help the ship maintain speed and maneuverability in different wind conditions.

However, the larger size and weight of the brigantine can make it more difficult to maneuver quickly or make sudden changes in direction, particularly in light winds.

For a better grasp of what each of these two-masted boats looks like , this article contains complete illustrations and pictures.

Here are some of the most popular two-masted sailboats that you might know:

The sloop-rigged Hinckley Bermuda 40

The Hinckley Bermuda 40 is a classic sailboat that has been around since the 1960s. This boat is known for its beautiful lines, excellent handling, and comfortable interior.

The Bermuda 40 is a yawl-rigged sailboat, which means it has two masts, a mainmast, and a smaller mast called a mizzenmast. The mainmast is located forward, while the mizzenmast is aft. This arrangement allows for better balance and maneuverability, especially in heavy weather.

The ketch-rigged Amel Super Maramu

The Amel Super Maramu is a luxurious sailboat that is designed for long-distance cruising. This boat is known for its innovative features, such as an electric furling system, a hydraulic bow thruster, and a self-tacking jib.

The Super Maramu is a ketch-rigged sailboat, which means it has two masts, a taller mainmast, and a shorter mizzenmast. The mainmast is located forward, while the mizzenmast is aft. This configuration allows for better sail balance, especially when sailing downwind.

The ketch-rigged Westsail 42

The ketch-rigged Westsail 42 is a popular cruising sailboat that was designed by William Crealock in the 1970s. This boat is known for its sturdy construction and seaworthiness, making it a popular choice for long-distance cruising.

The ketch rig is known for being versatile and easy to handle, as it allows for a variety of sail combinations to be used depending on the wind conditions. It also allows for a versatile sail plan that can be easily adjusted to suit a wide range of wind conditions.

The schooner-rigged Bluenose II

The schooner-rigged Bluenose II is a replica of the original Bluenose, a famous Canadian racing schooner. The Bluenose II was built in 1963 and is used primarily as a tourist attraction and sail training vessel.

The schooner rig features two masts, with the forward mast being taller than the aft mast. This rig allows for a large sail area and a high degree of maneuverability, making it well-suited for racing and coastal cruising.

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While they may be far outnumbered by their motor yacht peers, sailing yachts are unique in terms of regatta capabilities and eco-friendly performance. Most buyers of a sailing yacht for sale wouldn’t swap their bluewater cruisers or regatta winners for anything. After all, there's nothing quite like sipping ice-cold mojitos to the soundtrack of a sail flapping gently overhead.

That's why we have invited a mix of some of the most elegant, traditional, modern and enjoyable sailing yachts for sale to be showcased on BOAT – to help those aspiring owners to find their perfect match. Owning a sailing yacht comes with numerous benefits, freedom and flexibility to set sail whenever and wherever. Plus, the eco-friendly credentials never go out-of-date.

Here, we take a look at some of the standout sailing yachts for sale with BOAT International, including sailing yachts from legendary names such as Royal Huisman , Perini Navi , Nautor's Swan and Jongert .

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It was proper cold. An honest cold that cuts straight through us soft southerners, unused as we are to minus double digit temperatures. The docks were covered with gnarled ice, while the Ellös marina lay still and frozen. It only served to make the Hallberg-Rassy 69 look all the more commanding and inviting as its welcoming interior lights shone through the copious hull windows into the low Swedish light of December.

The warmth of the centrally-heated, timber-lined interior is something special, a quality matched only perhaps by the regal feeling of sailing this, the greatest (in size) Hallberg-Rassy of all time.

I discovered this first hand once we’d parted the thin ice layer, navigated out past the snow capped islands guarding the yard and were into a bitingly fresh offshore breeze, whereupon this Frers-designed flagship had the searoom to hit its reaching stride.

Despite the significant extra wind chill, the temperature somehow began to feel less overbearing, and the sailing experience became all-absorbing as we averaged double figure speeds. With ease. The new model was going like a locomotive, wonderfully assured, powerfully clocking off mile after mile, and offering a transcendant helming experience.

The Hallberg-Rassy 69 has that power, that magnetic magnificence. It’s as grand as a production yacht can get, the largest and by far the most expensive Hallberg-Rassy in the company’s 80-year history. The yard has built 9,700 yachts in this time, and has produced landmark and particularly large models before – think the Hallberg-Rassy 49 in 1972 and the Hallberg-Rassy 62 in 1998 – always designed to be easily managed. But this, the 25th Rassy German Frers has drawn since 1988, is something else.

There is an elegance and grace to the yacht’s motion. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

Both on deck and below it’s still very much a Hallberg-Rassy in every way. It speaks precision quality, but not in a showy or glitzy way, rather in this brand’s renowned, refined fashion.

From the mechanical installation to the joinerwork, it’s how this traditional Scandinavian yard does things – to a production level of perfection – in this case crafted over a 16-month build.

To achieve this it has incorporated a lavish amount of intelligent technologies and practicalities, many of which we can learn from. So it is these I’ll focus on, rather than trying to walk you through such a large vessel.

Rarely has a new launch garnered so much international attention. But before the added hype of its boat show debut, there were two burning questions I sought answers to as I travelled to Sweden’s west coast: ‘Why now’? and ‘Who’s it for’?

The latter I continued to ponder throughout the trials. The former is easier to answer. Technology has made it possible to build at this size in series and yet still make it a practical yacht to manage short-handed. It is this, allied to how formidable the majority of equipment is, which really stands out.

Hallberg-Rassy 69 – a push-button 70-footer

Magnus Rassy, the yard’s helmsman for the last two decades, explains that they have always built as big as they could within the Hallberg-Rassy concept. And that is governed by ease of use which, for him in particular, means in-mast furling.

Cockpit offers comfort and protection for eight. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

“When Seldén started hydraulic in-mast furling in the early 1990s, we made the Hallberg-Rassy 53,” he explains, adding that it was the same when the tech allowed for the Hallberg-Rassy 64 . So once Seldén decided they could go larger, Magnus matched them. Today, the Hallberg-Rassy 69 sports the biggest in-mast system available.

But why 69ft? Magnus puts it down to the righting moment. “You start with that as it affects the price the most,” he divulges, adding that from the keel bolts to the chain plates, the rudder shaft to deck gear, the righting moment affects all these decisions and the consequent pricing. Which is phenomenal: the Hallberg-Rassy 69 starts at over €5m, albeit for a fully equipped yacht including hydraulic furling, sail controls, thruster and genset.

Magnus always commissions the first hull for himself and uses it for at least a season to test and refine, even at this size. And he’s equipped this Hallberg-Rassy 69 with a flotilla of optional extras, particularly those designed to ease short-handed push-button sailing.

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Most notable is the carbon in-mast furling rig. “The majority of big Hallberg-Rassy owners choose carbon – it’s less than 10% of the price for a big improvement in performance,” Rassy reckons (though 10% of €5m is still one heck of an outlay!).

“It makes a good boat even better,” sales director Jonas Zelleroth adds. “There’s more stiffness for the in-mast furling, and less pitching.” That in-mast sails can be ‘shaped’ yet can still be furled away downwind, is, for Magnus, a crucial benefit over in-boom systems, the furling procedures of which are sensitive to boom angles.

There is no need to venture out of the cockpit to sail the Hallberg-Rassy 69 – handy when there is ice on deck to which no sailing boot will grip. Instead, pedestal mounted buttons were activated to hydraulically command the unfurling of canvas while still within sight of the yard’s private marina.

Decks are PU (polyurethane) moulded teak effect. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

As the fully battened, roached FatFurl mainsail revealed itself, Elvstrom’s veteran sailmaker Soren Hansen commented on how amazing it is that so much sail can fit within a mast tube.

Magnus opted for a powerful hydraulic vang over a traveller to avoid needing a traveller track, a large mainsheet car and the loads that involves. Other upgrades included our weapon of choice, the Code 0 on a hydraulic Reckmann furler (another €80,000 option).

Photo: Anton Bylund

Mile munching

Over the two days we experienced similar conditions of single figure windspeeds inshore around the archipelago and a rewarding Force 4 gusting 5 once free of land influences. Aboard a yacht endowed with this length and sailpower, apparent windspeeds rise quickly.

This is one easily driven machine. Reaching with the Code sail, we could match single figure winds, the Hallberg-Rassy 69 reacting to every two knot gust. In 12 knots true wind you average 10, and once up to 14, you’re into the high 10s.

Such speeds encourage hands-on helming and jostling for turns at the wheel. We clocked 12 in 15, while 13.3 knots was my record over the two days, in what we ‘guestimate’ was around 16-18 knots wind (despite the five strong array of clear Raymarine Alpha displays over the companionway, the wind transducer had frozen solid!).

companionway steps are wide and solid. A large navstation has instruments hidden behind a panel. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

In essence you can bank on maintaining 9.5-11.5 knots in such conditions. And when you can average double figures, you can clock numerous 250-mile days. Indeed Zelleroth remarked on how big this difference is over typical 60-footers – even their Hallberg-Rassy 64 is over 10 tonnes lighter. To put the Hallberg-Rassy 69’s size into perspective, it carries the weight of an average 55ft production yacht in its keel ballast alone.

The result is that it maintains a consistent, modest and manageable angle of heel and has the length and weight to devour miles, particularly when reaching. There is an elegance and grace to the yacht’s motion. There’s no rush, nothing twitchy, but when it has the breeze to reach its double digit hull speed, it can and will stay there and maintain that speed all day and night.

And if things get a bit spicy, reducing sail is a push-button away. “It’s still about the joy of sailing,” says Magnus – “it’s just the heavy work that has gone.”

For those tempted to remark on the aesthetic impact of a hard top, try sailing in similar temperatures. It allows you to shelter, maintain energy levels on watch and, crucially, speak to each other at normal volume in the cockpit. Meanwhile, the opening windscreen offers good ventilation for warmer climes and the roof can house solar panels.

Views of the horizon through the hull windows from a seated position. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

Below decks is also a wonderfully quiet world under sail. That said, when a cockpit winch is activated, you know about it in the master cabin. The hydraulically powered primaries are the largest winches Lewmar builds in serial production.

Magnus’s Hallberg-Rassy 69 is fitted with load sensors on the halyards, backstay and vang to give some peace of mind. Hallberg-Rassy also always adds a spare outhaul in the boom, plus a preventer hooked on the boom ready to attach a line forward and back to cockpit each side.

The slightly overlapping jib maximises sail area to the shrouds, but is cut with a high clew for visibility when sailing in the archipelago. Other options include a removable or fixed staysail or self-tacking jib. With mid-teen winds you can beat at 8.5 knots pinching at 40° or 9-9.5 knots when freed up a little at 50° to the true wind. This dropped to 8 in 10 fetching and 5-6 in 7-9 tacking through 85-90°.

While it’s easy to maintain high average speeds, it’s trickier to keep in a groove, particularly in the lighter breezes. And when tacking, it’s certainly nimble enough to beat upwind through tight channels, but hard to seamlessly settle it back on track.

Galley has a seaworthy layout, but is fairly compact. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

The furled Code sail disturbing the telltales didn’t help but there was also some slight play in the long rod steering connection, which, I’m sure will be corrected. If I’m being overly critical here, it is in relation to Hallberg-Rassy’s own high standards – in particular the delightful light wind sensitivity of the 57 and 50.

Push button options continue to provide short-handed manoeuvrability as you return to port, particularly if you choose the extra stern thruster and, in the case of the test boat, a Dockmate remote joystick control system. By controlling both bow and stern thrusters and the main engine throttle this could technically let you moor the boat solo. It’s certainly clever but an expensive level of complexity which seems a little illogical to me.

Belt and braces approach

This is a stable cruiser with high righting moment, including over four tonnes of tankage and an enormous engine block low and central. The 300hp Volvo Penta is a prime example of how equipment is deliberately over-specced on the Hallberg-Rassy 69. It’s around 100hp more than a ‘standard’ fit on a comparative bluewater yacht , plus it’s 6-cylinder.

The result is that we could motor at over 8 knots using just 1,500rpm with the overdrive function of the Gori propeller activated. So not only do you have the extra grunt and torque of the main engine when required, but the low revs make it quieter and, given the 2,300lt of diesel tanks, extends motoring range to over 1,500 miles.

The armchair option: the familiar HR armchairs were first used in 1985 on the HR49, another exceedingly large yacht for its era. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

The same ‘go big’ mentality applies for the generator. Where an 11kW is more typical for this size, Hallberg-Rassy fits a 17.5kW Cummins Onan as standard. Magnus’s theory here is low noise, low rpm, and a longer service life as it uses constant rather than variable speed revs.

It allows you to easily run the high capacity watermaker (a whopping 454lt/hour), while the genset also forms part of the larger picture of what is a formidable power system, particularly on the test boat with its optional big lithium battery package. This comprises 12 low voltage (24V) Li-ion batteries from Mastervolt, giving 72kWh.

This eye-watering €140,000 extra is worth every cent according to Magnus, as battery technology is one of the biggest advances we’ve seen in yachting. He points out how shorepower is comparatively slow, as is the time it takes to charge lead acid batteries. Whereas when you run the genset and get an instant 460A, that’s a massive surge of power going straight into a huge, efficient battery bank.

Magnus describes this and the ability to top up in half an hour a game-changer. “You run everything off the inverter, charge super quick and then go sailing silently.”

The aft master cabin with its near 20ft of beam. As well as the ensuite there is the option for a walk-in closet here. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

Owners will still want to plug in on returning to dock, however, and here is another example of how Hallberg-Rassy has made such a large yacht manageable. The shorepower hosing on its 57ft plus yachts was already at a length and weight at the limit of what a couple could easily manage. So the Hallberg-Rassy 69’s hosing is on powered drums, which literally reel in at the push of a button (note, that’s plural as there are twin cables, one for each of the Euro and US frequencies, 50Hz and 60Hz).

These are housed in the enormous, near full-beam garage, along with a 3.4m inflated RIB that launches manually on a track and sled system. And within this garage you’ll also notice examples of Rassy’s approach to redundancy.

If you lose steering, you can activate an autopilot, as there’s one on each quadrant. Then there’s a manual tiller with block and tackle rigged up in here, opposite which is a full sized spare fixed prop.

Forward VIP cabin has an island (or vee) style berth with small vanity desk area, a double opening hatch above and good stowage. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

Further forward, the sail locker also contributes to the 15m3 of deck storage. Otherwise, the foredeck is remarkably flush, pierced only by mushroom vents which provide constant watertight natural ventilation to the interior.

And this interior is very much the archetypal Hallberg-Rassy. It has a four cabin, four heads layout as standard, but with the ends sacrificed to sail and dinghy stowage it doesn’t feel that much more spacious than the HR57.

For owners/couples who don’t want to be rattling around inside that’s a positive. The interior on the Hallberg-Rassy 69 is welcoming, cosy even. Areas you feel the extra space in are the magnificent engine room, the four heads, and the superb stowage.

The garage can house a 3.4m inflated RIB. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

A cosy 70-footer?

The layout options include separate aft berths, a traditional vee rather than the central forward double berth and a fifth cabin. The proportions point heavily towards it being owner-operated, as any crew would have to be on friendly terms and use one of the midships cabins. Magnus says they’re considering a separate entrance to the forward cabin, but that would leave very little guest space.

Despite the ample light and headroom, the galley and saloon also show how it’s a yacht set up for small numbers – notably the two armchairs, and a table around which six would start to feel a bit squashed. The galley has an admirably seaworthy layout, but is again comparatively compact, with small sinks and bin in particular.

Refrigeration space is segregated into six different units, which is good for keeping items cold, if a little frustrating.

The majority of the optional big li-ion battery package is below the forward berth. Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

The instant hot water tap proved its worth, as did the heating system. The Kubuto diesel heater feeds a water-based heating system, which allows precise thermostat control in each cabin. It runs through the calorifier, so if you’re at anchor it can warm the water without running the genset. The fresh water pump, meanwhile, is housed beneath the passageway sole, to prevent the water heating up, however the priming mechanism proved surprisingly loud.

The main companionway steps are a masterpiece. They are wide and solid, use stainless steel reinforcement within for a floating effect and are illuminated with hidden indirect lighting. In a feat of skilled workmanship, there’s no way of telling how they’re installed.

Structural bulkheads use a vacuum infused Divinycell core, and help open out the saloon and galley area. Despite being on one ‘lower’ level, the natural light in here is a wonder. It’s easy to tell from the outside just how large these hull windows are (1.8m wide) and they bring a seated horizon view from the saloon.

Most of my favourite features live behind doors in the passageway from the navstation to the aft cabin, notably the walk-in engine room, the electronic systems, stowage spaces kids could play hide-and-seek in (for weeks), and a practical day head with wet hanging locker.

Photo: Ludovic Fruchaud

This first Hallberg-Rassy 69 model includes the indulgent options of a walk-in wardrobe in the master cabin and a laundry closet with both domestic sized washer and separate dryer. It seems opulent, especially as there’s space for a washer-dryer in the aft shower and plenty more hanging space, but some will love such villa-style amenities. A fifth Pullman-style cabin could be chosen as an alternative here, but I doubt owners would want to pack in guests next to their suite.

This aft cabin is well proportioned and comfortable. I particularly like the desk space for calm privacy, the deep, lit and ventilated hanging lockers and accessible space below the berth (including twin 75lt calorifiers!). There’s also ample seclusion from the three guest cabins, which are all located forward. These offer good sea berths in the midships compact double and Pullman opposite, while all sport large hull windows and tall hanging lockers.

These lockers are all ventilated with hidden hinges and end stops. In fact, the shipwrights’ skills and attention to detail are evident everywhere you look. All timber panels are labelled to ensure that when a cutout is made, the grain always matches.

Long lines, powerful aft sections, a broad transom and a flush foredeck, all topped by a proper sweet sheerline from the hand of Argentine maestro German Frers. Photo: Anton Bylund

A tour of Hallberg-Rassy’s yard really helps you understand this mentality and philosophy to boatbuilding. The scale of skill that goes into building this yacht is on another level, yet it also shows so much single-minded dedication to the Hallberg-Rassy methodology.

‘This is the way’

From their old school features such as the headlining with mahogany strips, varnished soleboards, circular locker latches, satin finished joinerwork, and blue upholstery, to their insistence on white hulls with blue stripes only… It reminds me of the mantra used by the bounty hunter The Mandalorian and his fellow helmeted clan in the self-titled current Star Wars series, who preach: ‘this is the way’.

And credit to Hallberg-Rassy, it has worked. Top quality lasts, for longer and arguably more successfully than for any other production yard. It has a near 200-strong staff, willing to clock the hours, and it always, always delivers on time (even during Covid).

The problem is, people tend to get a bit fussier at this size and price level, and crave more customisation. And this needs to be considered alongside the exotic price tag. This is still a hand-laid GRP hull, a heavy, diesel powered yacht devoid of sustainable materials. Yet it’s over 15% more than an Oyster 675 – or, for the same price as the Hallberg-Rassy 69, you could buy TWO fully equipped carbon composite Y7 fast cruisers!

That Hallberg-Rassy can build such a yacht on spec tells you something about the confidence and comfortable position this business is in.

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This is a sensational cruising machine of formidable build quality, blessed with intoxicating, powerful lines, prize engineering, rich carpentry, and premium finish quality. And it’s 100% a Hallberg-Rassy. However, I’m still not sure if I understand its target market. At this size and price level people will expect more custom choices. The layout proportions and lack of specific crew quarters arguably shows you how confident Rassy is in this being owner-operated. And that again comes down to the advancements in technology – the in-mast furling, push-button handling and manoeuvring systems that allow a 50-tonne vessel like this to be short-handed. It’s still a lot of yacht, a lot of weight, which will be your friend in a seaway, but creates a lot of load everywhere. While advantages include the high and consistent passagemaking speeds, it lacks the more delicate feel and sensation the smaller Rassy models offer. Regardless of the number Hallberg-Rassy can build or sell, however, if this HR69 only serves to showcase the best of what this yard can do, it’s a worthy project. Eight decades of builds, four decades of German Frers design, poured into 876 beautiful inches. Engineering the largest Rassy ever is quite a feat, a marvel only fully realised by sailing it at full gait. Its greatest? Absolutely!

10 Best Small Sailboats (Under 20 Feet)

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Daniel Wade

December 28, 2023

Compact, easy to trailer, simple to rig, easy to maintain and manage, and affordable, the best small boats all have one thing in common: they offer loads of fun while out there on the water.

So whether you're on a budget or just looking for something that can offer ultimate daytime rides without compromising on safety, aesthetic sensibilities, alternate propulsion, and speed, the best small sailboats under 20 feet should be the only way to go.

Let's be brutally honest here; not everyone needs a 30-foot sailboat to go sailing. They come with lots of features such as electronics, entertainment, refrigeration, bunks, a galley, and even a head. But do you really need all these features to go sailing? We don't think so.

All you need to go sailing is a hull, a mast, rudder, and, of course, a sail. And whether you refer to them as daysailers, trailerable sailboats , a weekender sailboat, or pocket cruisers, there's no better way to enjoy the thrills of coastal sailing than on small sailboats.

There are a wide range of small boats measuring less than 20 feet available in the market. These are hot products in the market given that they offer immense thrills out on the sea without the commitment required to cruise on a 30-footer. A small sailboat will not only give you the feel of every breeze but will also give you the chance to instantly sense every change in trim.

In this article, we'll highlight 10 best small sailboats under 20 feet . Most models in this list are time-tested, easy to rig, simple to sail, extremely fun, and perfect either for solo sailing or for sailing with friends and family. So if you've been looking for a list of some of the best small sailboats , you've come to the right place.

So without further ado, let's roll on.

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The Marlow-Hunter 15 is not only easy to own since it's one of the most affordable small sailboats but also lots of fun to sail. This is a safe and versatile sailboat for everyone. Whether you're sailing with your family or as a greenhorn, you'll love the Hunter 15 thanks to its raised boom, high freeboard, and sturdy FRP construction.

With high sides, a comfortable wide beam, a contoured self-bailing cockpit, and fiberglass construction, the Hunter 15 is certainly designed with the novice sailor in mind. This is why you can do a lot with this boat without falling out, breaking it, or capsizing. Its contoured self-baiting cockpit will enable you to find a fast exit while its wide beam will keep it steady and stable no matter what jibes or weight shifts happen along the way.

This is a small sailboat that can hold up to four people. It's designed to give you a confident feeling and peace of mind even when sailing with kids. It's easy to trailer, easy to rig, and easy to launch. With a price tag of about $10k, the Hunter 15 is a fun, affordable, and versatile boat that is perfect for both seasoned sailors and novices. It's a low-maintenance sailboat that can be great for teaching kids a thing or two about sailing.

Catalina 16.5

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Catalina Yachts are synonymous with bigger boats but they have some great and smaller boats too such as Catalina 16.5. This is one of the best small sailboats that are ideal for family outings given that it has a big and roomy cockpit, as well as a large storage locker. Designed with a hand-laminated fiberglass sloop, the Catalina 16.5 is versatile and is available in two designs: the centerboard model and the keel model.

The centerboard model is designed with a powerful sailplane that remains balanced as a result of the fiberglass centerboard, the stable hull form, and the rudder. It also comes with a tiller extension, adjustable hiking straps, and adjustable overhaul. It's important to note that these are standard equipment in the two models.

As far as the keel model is concerned, this is designed with a high aspect keel as the cast lead and is attached with stainless steel keel bolts, which makes this model perfect for mooring or docking whenever it's not in use. In essence, the centerboard model is perfect if you'll store it in a trailer while the keel model can remain at the dock.

All in all, the Catalina 16.5 is one of the best small sailboats that you can get your hands on for as low as $10,000. This is certainly a great example of exactly what a daysailer should be.

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There's no list of small, trailerable, and fun sailboats that can be complete without the inclusion of the classic Hobie 16. This is a durable design that has been around and diligently graced various waters across the globe since its debut way back in 1969 in Southern California. In addition to being durable, the Hobie 16 is trailerable, great for speed, weighs only 320 pounds, great for four people, and more importantly, offers absolute fun.

With a remarkable figure of over 100,000 launched since its debut, it's easy to see that the Hobie 16 is highly popular. Part of this popularity comes from its asymmetric fiberglass-and-foam sandwiched hulls that include kick-up rudders. This is a great feature that allows it to sail up to the beach.

For about $12,000, the Hobie 16 will provide you with endless fun throughout the summer. It's equipped with a spinnaker, trailer, and douse kit. This is a high-speed sailboat that has a large trampoline to offer lots of space not just for your feet but also to hand off the double trapezes.

Montgomery 17

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Popularly known as the M-17, The Montgomery 17 was designed by Lyle C. Hess in conjunction with Jerry Montgomery in Ontario, California for Montgomery Boats. Designed either with keel or centerboard models, the M-17 is more stable than most boats of her size. This boat is small enough to be trailered but also capable of doing moderate offshore passages.

This small sailboat is designed with a masthead and toe rail that can fit most foresails. It also has enough space for two thanks to its cuddly cabin, which offers a sitting headroom, a portable toilet, a pair of bunks, a DC power, and optional shore, and a proper amount of storage. That's not all; you can easily raise the deck-stepped mast using a four-part tackle.

In terms of performance, the M-17 is one of the giant-killers out there. This is a small sailboat that will excel in the extremes and make its way past larger boats such as the Catalina 22. It glides along beautifully and is a dog in light air, though it won't sail against a 25-knot wind, which can be frustrating. Other than that, the Montgomery 17 is a great small sailboat that can be yours for about $14,000.

Norseboat 17.5

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As a versatile daysailer, Norseboat 17.5 follows a simple concept of seaworthiness and high-performance. This small sailboat perfectly combines both contemporary construction and traditional aesthetics. Imagine a sailboat that calls itself the "Swiss Army Knife of Boats!" Well, this is a boat that can sail and row equally well.

Whether you're stepping down from a larger cruiser or stepping up from a sea kayak, the unique Norseboat 17.5 is balanced, attractive, and salty. It has curvaceous wishbone gaff, it is saucy, and has a stubby bow-sprit that makes it attractive to the eyes. In addition to her beauty, the Norseboat 17.5 offers an energy-pinching challenge, is self-sufficient, and offers more than what you're used to.

This is a small, lightweight, low-maintenance sailboat that offers a ticket to both sailing and rowing adventures all at the same time. At about 400 pounds, it's very portable and highly convenient. Its mainsails may look small but you'll be surprised at how the boat is responsive to it. With a $12,500 price tag, this is a good small sailboat that offers you the versatility to either row or sail.

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If you've been looking for a pocket cruiser that inspires confidence, especially in shoal water, look no further than the Sage 17. Designed by Jerry Montgomery in 2009, the Sage 17 is stable and should heel to 10 degrees while stiffening up. And because you want to feel secure while sailing, stability is an integral feature of the Sage 17.

This is a sailboat that will remain solid and stable no matter which part of the boat you stand on. Its cabin roof and the balsa-cored carbon-fiber deck are so strong that the mast doesn't require any form of compression post. The self-draining cockpit is long enough and capable of sleeping at 6 feet 6 inches.

The Sage 17 may be expensive at $25k but is a true sea warrior that's worth look at. This is a boat that will not only serve you right but will also turn heads at the marina.    

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Having been chosen as the overall boat of the year for 2008 by the Sailing World Magazine, the Laser SB3 is one of the coolest boats you'll ever encounter. When sailing upwind, this boat will lock into the groove while its absolute simplicity is legendary. In terms of downwind sailing, having this boat will be a dream come true while it remains incredibly stable even at extraordinary speed.

Since its debut in 2004, the Laser SB3 has surged in terms of popularity thanks to the fact that it's designed to put all the controls at your fingertips. In addition to a lightweight mast, its T- bulb keel can be hauled and launched painlessly. For about $18,000, the Laser SB3 ushers you into the world of sports sailing and what it feels to own and use a sports boat.

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As a manufacturer, Fareast is a Chinese boat manufacturer that has been around for less than two decades. But even with that, the Fareast 18 remains a very capable cruiser-racer that will take your sailing to the next level. In addition to its good looks, this boat comes with a retractable keel with ballast bulb, a powerful rig, and an enclosed cabin.

Its narrow design with a closed stern may be rare in sailboats of this size, but that's not a problem for the Fareast 18. This design not only emphasizes speed but also makes it a lot easier to maintain this boat. Perfect for about 6 people, this boat punches above its weight. It's, however, designed to be rigged and launched by one person.

This is a relatively affordable boat. It's agile, safe, well-thought-out, well built, and very sporty.

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If you're in the market looking for a small sailboat that offers contemporary performance with classic beauty, the Paine 14 should be your ideal option. Named after its famous designer, Chuck Paine, this boat is intentionally designed after the classic Herreshoff 12.5 both in terms of dimensions and features.

This is a lightweight design that brings forth modern fin keel and spade rudder, which makes it agile, stable, and faster. The Paine 14 is built using cold-molded wood or west epoxy. It has varnished gunnels and transoms to give it an old-time charm. To make it somehow modern, this boat is designed with a carbon mast and a modern way to attach sails so that it's ready to sail in minutes.

You can rest easy knowing that the Paine 14 will not only serve you well but will turn heads while out there.

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Many sailors will attest that their first sailing outing was in a Lido 14. This is a classic sailboat that has been around for over four decades and still proves to be a perfect match to modern small boats, especially for those still learning the ropes of sailing.

With seating for six people, the Lido 14 can be perfect for solo sailing , single-handed sailing, or if you're planning for shorthanded sailing. While new Lido 14 boats are no longer available, go for a functional used Lido 14 and you'll never regret this decision. It will serve you well and your kids will probably fall in love with sailing if Lido 14 becomes their main vessel during weekends or long summer holidays.

Bottom Line

There you have it; these are some of the best small sailboats you can go for. While there are endless small sailboats in the market, the above-described sailboat will serve you right and make you enjoy the wind.

Choose the perfect sailboat, invest in it, and go out there and have some good fun!

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A British couple have packed in their overworked schedules to live on a 42ft yacht -but it's not all plain sailing.

Having grown tired of their 9-5s, Laura, 43, and Ross Colledge, 39, from Cornwall, decided to sell their house and splashed out on a £100,000 yacht. 

For the last five years, the pair have been sailing around the Greek islands with their two sons, nine-year-old Noah and Josh, 12, who are unconventionally schooled.

After buying their 2005 Bavaria 42 yacht in 2018, the couple began darting between Newquay and Plymouth to sharpen their boating skills, and since ended up further afield. 

But the bold move has not come without struggles with Laura admitting: 'Sailing life is very changeable so getting a work/life balance is tricky. Maintaining any kind of routine is a challenge.

'You have to be able to "go chameleon" when the weather or other circumstances demand a change of plan'.

She added that it can take its toll on relationships too, saying: 'Sailing life is a 24/7 pressure cooker at times and you not only have to learn to pick your battles, but also where you will and will not compromise.'

That said, the couple would not swap their new lifestyle for the world after becoming disillusioned with the hectic pace of life in the UK.

Laura and Ross, who are directors of Sailing Holly Blue on YouTube and BoatFit Online Health and Fitness Coaching, decided to take the leap after reevaluating their lives.

The former PT and online coach said Ross was working in excess of 50 hours a week as a partner in a fire installation company.

'We were like ships in the night,' she said. 'Ross felt our children's formative years were slipping away before our eyes and he was missing so much.

'We wanted to be able to better meet Josh's extra educational needs, as he has ADHD and is suspected high-functioning autistic, while providing them with an exciting, adventurous, non-consumerist upbringing that would make them more worldly'.

'Ross remortgaged our newly-renovated house and took a gamble on a boat we'd stepped on and loved a few months earlier, when we were just browsing marinas.

'We have both been water babies as surfers and kayakers in Newquay for many years so the ocean has always drawn us in.'

The plan was for Laura to fly to Cyprus with the boys while Ross began a three-month sail to meet them from the UK. 

Ross said: 'Laura has fibromyalgia, which is a Central Nervous System condition triggered by stress, so we originally wanted an ocean-based life to be healthier on the whole.

'But while Laura and the boys were in Cyprus she experienced a massive flare-up due to the stress of leaving our old life and me navigating dangerous seas.

'She had to spend a couple of weeks in hospital'.

In the end, the couple changed their plan and decided to meet in Greece in June 2019 so they could be back together sooner.

They fell in love with the country and never left.

Laura said: 'We started our journey as a family in Mykonos. We sailed through the Aegean and Dodecanese Islands and eventually came to find a slower pace of sailing life here in the Ionian Islands'.

Over the course of their five-year adventure, Laura and Ross have upgraded and renovated their yacht.

She continued: 'Some of it has been self-funded but most of it has been through collaborations with our channel and social media accounts.

'We have completed numerous upgrades to improve our living experience. We've included solar power, lithium ion batteries, a watermaker and other mod-cons that mean we can live completely off grid, utility bill-free and self-sufficient if we choose'.

Ross is captain of the family's boat and Laura is first mate.

Noah is currently homeschooled, while Josh attends an online virtual secondary school.

The family has expanded with addition of their two cats Ronnie and Smidge – whom they adopted while on their travels in Greece.

And their adventure is only just starting.

She added: 'Once we achieve residency here in Greece we plan to spread our wings further afield.

'One day we would love a bigger boat as the boys become teens and we start to run out of room'.

As for their mental health, the mother says there's 'nothing more grounding than being so close to nature and at the mercy of elements.

'All other things become so trivial. And relationship-wise, you will soon learn if the person you are with is your soulmate.

'Your relationship deepens to an incredible level and your respect, as well as admiration for each other strengthens too.

'It's also great to be able to choose who we socialise with and when.

'The boys have friends, young and old, from all over the world.'

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An investigation was underway Sunday in New York after two people were stabbed and one was bashed with a bottle in a melee at a party yacht docked at a Brooklyn pier, authorities said.

Officers responding to a 911 call Saturday evening found a 32-year-old man who had been stabbed in the torso, a 40-year-old man with multiple stab wounds and a 28-year-old man who had been hit in the head with a bottle, police said Sunday in a statement provided to USA TODAY. The three were hospitalized in stable condition. No arrests had been made, the statement said.

Social media video from the scene showed chaos as at least eight people, including at least two women, wrestled and punched each other on the pier. One man appeared to stomp on the leg of a woman on the ground. A security guard helps break up the fight, and people are shown carrying a wounded person to an ambulance.

Police evacuated the Cornucopia Majesty, a luxury yacht with a capacity of 1,200 people docked at Brookly Army Terminal. Manhattan Yacht Charters said on its website the ship cruises New York City Harbor "in luxury and style" and allows passengers to "take in the sights on the East River and Hudson River, enjoying all that New York has to offer."

Kevaun Whitely, 27, who lives in Brooklyn, told the New York Times the fight broke out as a large crowd of rowdy partygoers − many of whom had been drinking alcohol − attempted to exit the yacht through the same door.

“It was like a stampede,” Whitely said.

BYFAR Entertainment, which hosted the event, posted  a statement on social media .

“Unfortunately, a crime scene developed by the pier, which has caused the postponement of the night event,” the statement said. “We will have updates on a later date so just hold on tight with us while we sort everything out. BYFAR Entertainment has always been a beacon of safe events in New York City and this rare occurrence has never been the norm with us.”