<![CDATA[Cruisers & Sailing Forums - Monohull Sailboats]]> https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/ Discussions on monohull sailboats en Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:03:55 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[Cruisers & Sailing Forums - Monohull Sailboats]]> https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/ Barlow 24 Single speed winches https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/barlow-24-single-speed-winches-300643.html Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:01:18 GMT Trying to dismantle these Barlow 24 winches which have been sitting unused outside for 10 years.

I've read through other forums where they suggest a dismantling handle and 3/16 hex key for the 2 speed Barlow 24 winches but that size hex won't fit down the top cap to undo the capscrew.

Could there be a step before where the 2 holes are used to undo the top cap?

Very stuck here and looking for saving. Thanks for the help.
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]]> Monohull Sailboats AWoff https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/barlow-24-single-speed-winches-300643.html <![CDATA[Reuel Parker's T'ien Hou, 50' Gaff-rigged Lorca]]> https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/reuel-parkers-tien-hou-50-gaff-rigged-lorca-300637.html Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:06:18 GMT Now that I'm retired, am thinking of sailing again, hopefully with son and grandchildren so have found myself looking at boats much larger than the wooden 33' racing sloop I used to sail in Chester Nova Scotia decades ago. One listing I keep coming back to and would appreciate any analysis from old salts. She's unusual in design, Reuel Parker's T'ien Hou. The advertisement features both technical specs and various anecdotes or links to articles in Wooden Boat magazine. The ad:
https://www.yachtworld.com/yacht/200...a-50-10109072/
A picture:


I just wonder what sailors experienced with this size vessel think of the design in terms of safety, sturdiness, comfort, sailing characteristics etc. Some of my impression:
  • I like that she is described as having a working boat ethos to her
  • I like the gaff rig, though at 71 might find it too much to handle without installing mechanical-electric help
  • I like that the current owner is a professional marine engineer who has sailed her extensively, often single-handing, and made some solid improvements to the Lunenburg cast windlass and the 3,200 lb keel lift mechanism
  • Although I'm not an engine lover, I like that she has a 1500 mile range
  • I like the 3'2" draft for cruising around Bahamas or going into river areas etc, also better performance when running
  • I like split rig; when it gets rough, drop the main, sail under 'jib and jigger', much less heel and motion, easy
  • I like that it looks like she sails well
  • Master cabin in the stern with the old Lorca-Junk style windows is cool
  • Not sure about the head, though I get the rationale; don't like the cockpit being so broken up, but do like the idea of it not being below decks
  • Suspect this is a Key West / Bahamas happy boat, not for Northern Climes
  • Wonder how apprropriate she is for extended offshore passages (which most likely I would only do rarely if at all, though occasional 5-10 day passages hopefully yes then cruising around an area for a holiday season etc.)

Anyway, wondering what others with a more experienced perspective might have to say about her. Thank you in advance. ]]> Monohull Sailboats BaronAsh https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/reuel-parkers-tien-hou-50-gaff-rigged-lorca-300637.html Ideas for a singlehand mono for shallow water crusing https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/ideas-for-a-singlehand-mono-for-shallow-water-crusing-300620.html Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:27:26 GMT Maybe a sharpie or a Cat catch rig single mast. Im selling my home and going to buy something easy to sail and liveable. Budget around $50,000 maybe... Maybe a sharpie or a Cat catch rig single mast. Im selling my home and going to buy something easy to sail and liveable.
Budget around $50,000 maybe a little more.
Hark Seward 28 and 32 look interesting Ive seen them at shows years ago but not sure about there Lifting keel system if that would give you trouble.
Im here in Ft Myers Fla.
Just getting some ideas.:smile: ]]> Monohull Sailboats videorov https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/ideas-for-a-singlehand-mono-for-shallow-water-crusing-300620.html dangers of buying a boat out of the water ?? https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/dangers-of-buying-a-boat-out-of-the-water-300607.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:52:57 GMT hi all, i have another noob question/s. what are the dangers of buying a boat that is out of the water ?? how can i tell if the boat has been... hi all, i have another noob question/s.


what are the dangers of buying a boat that is out of the water ??
how can i tell if the boat has been on the hard for a while ?
i asked AI, but what did AI miss ?


if you have any experience in this matter i would appreciate your input.


regards gaz


what AI said -
"1. Hull & Structure Issues
  • Dry Rot: Wooden boats or wooden components (like decks, frames, or transoms) can develop dry rot if moisture got trapped before storage. It weakens the structure.
  • Hull Deformation: Some hulls (especially older fiberglass) can distort or develop "hard spots" if not properly supported by the boat stand or cradle.
  • Delamination: For fiberglass boats, the bond between the outer gelcoat, fiberglass layers, and core material (like balsa or foam) can separate over time due to temperature cycles or prior water intrusion.
2. Mechanical & Systems Failure
  • Engine Seals & Gaskets: Rubber seals, hoses, and gaskets in the engine and cooling systems can dry out, crack, and leak once re-pressurized.
  • Fuel System: Old fuel can turn to varnish, clogging fuel lines, filters, and carburetors/injectors. Tanks can also develop condensation and internal rust.
  • Through-Hull Fittings: Seacocks (valves) and through-hull connections may be seized or corroded shut, creating a risk of failure (and sinking) when reopened.
3. Rigging & Sails
  • Standing Rigging: The wires (shrouds, stays) that hold up the mast can suffer from internal corrosion (especially at swage fittings), which is invisible but catastrophic if it fails under sail.
  • Running Rigging: Lines and halyards can become stiff, UV-damaged, or weakened.
  • Sails: If stored damp or folded for years, mildew and material degradation are common.
4. Interior & Comfort Systems
  • Mold & Mildew: Closed-up interiors with any residual moisture become mold factories.
  • Plumbing: All water lines, pumps, and toilet seals are prone to drying and cracking.
  • Electrical: Corrosion on terminals, rodent damage to wiring, and dead batteries are typical.
5. The "Big One": Osmotic Blistering (for fiberglass boats) If the boat was stored with a previously waterlogged hull, the problem pauses on land but resumes aggressively once launched, leading to costly repairs." ]]> Monohull Sailboats walk-the-plank https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/dangers-of-buying-a-boat-out-of-the-water-300607.html Skookum 47 bare hull https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/skookum-47-bare-hull-300566.html Sat, 06 Jun 2026 15:38:45 GMT I am brand new to this forum and I am trying to gather some info on a Skookum 47 I came into possession of. It was left to me by the original buyer.... I am brand new to this forum and I am trying to gather some info on a Skookum 47 I came into possession of. It was left to me by the original buyer. He had it built in ‘95 and has been sitting blocked under carport near Portland, OR ever since. It was decked but almost nothing else has been done. It seems to be in great condition. Is this something that anyone could still be interested in building? This is not a classified, I was just wondering if it could have any value to anyone including as a donation. Thank you ]]> Monohull Sailboats bigportions https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/skookum-47-bare-hull-300566.html A New Baby is Born https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/a-new-baby-is-born-300532.html Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:01:13 GMT https://amel.fr/en/our-yachts/amel-50-2/ For those of us who have mucho $$$ and are not looking for an ex-charter. b. https://amel.fr/en/our-yachts/amel-50-2/


For those of us who have mucho $$$ and are not looking for an ex-charter.


b. ]]> Monohull Sailboats barnakiel https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/a-new-baby-is-born-300532.html Sabre 36 vs 38. Same boat. Why 2 extra feet? https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/sabre-36-vs-38-same-boat-why-2-extra-feet-300517.html Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:34:27 GMT Looking at the '86 Sabre 36 and came across a '87 38. It looked the same ,so I had to check it out. They are identically laid out inside. The 38 being a year newer had some extras and nicer options, but were basically the same boat. Cockpits were the same except the owner's personal touches. Did Sabre decide to resize using the length overall instead of hull length? The more I look at newer 80-90s boats, the more confused I get about boat measurements. Maybe there was some mix up somewhere, and the 36 got tagged as a 38. Both are identical to sailboat data info for the 36.


https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/sabre-36/


I was turned onto Sabre 34 by Practical Sailor YouTube channel. Will on Calico Skies sails a Sabre 36. I wasn't sure I wanted that much boat in a more modern hull form. I prefer old slow full keel or long shallow fin keel. I don't mind a boat that heels. I quiet enjoy life on the lean. What gets me with fin keels is that sudden snap over into a heel when a certain wind speed hits or when conditions are gusty.


https://youtu.be/UOy6u4qHD1Q?si=XijXKe672H5oMaNK ]]> Monohull Sailboats ben2go https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/sabre-36-vs-38-same-boat-why-2-extra-feet-300517.html Grand Soleil quality (owners) https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/grand-soleil-quality-owners-300391.html Mon, 25 May 2026 06:19:20 GMT Hi again I ve just sold my 45 foot boat, Elan Impression.Great boat and great build. I am planning to buy a new one in about 2-3 years....I am... Hi again

I ve just sold my 45 foot boat, Elan Impression.Great boat and great build.

I am planning to buy a new one in about 2-3 years....I am leaning on to Grand Soleil but I just came up to this video (link below) and I must say I am disappointed...didn't expect that....
Looking for the cruiser not performance, but still!. My Elan was better and more thoughtful built than this one.

https://youtu.be/aS5d4I65wvg?si=s1obsqsJ5XtCW6Je

For the ones with experience with GS, is this just a one off? Hope so.
what is your experience with GS, specially with newer models 46 LC etc...

thx. ]]> Monohull Sailboats cat123 https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/grand-soleil-quality-owners-300391.html Negatives on Hinckleys https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/negatives-on-hinckleys-300386.html Sun, 24 May 2026 23:49:25 GMT Looking at a Hinckley Sou'wester and am trying to look at all angles. I come from production boats but genuinely value quality of build. Other than "varnish tax", what would people honestly critique the Sou'wester boats for? Good, bad, and ugly! ]]> Monohull Sailboats Delta sailor https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/negatives-on-hinckleys-300386.html diy boatyards in foreign countries https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/diy-boatyards-in-foreign-countries-300330.html Thu, 21 May 2026 17:36:00 GMT I am looking to do some work on my boat and I'm looking for the LEAST environmentally "friendly" nation that has such services.


Any world cruising people here know where I could find such a thing?
Southeast asia maybe?


I'm looking for cheap and dirty.


Thanks for your help but, please spare me the bad advice on how I should "care for" the environment, you won't change my mind.


Thanks again! ]]> Monohull Sailboats plane man https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/diy-boatyards-in-foreign-countries-300330.html Hull ID on J24 https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/hull-id-on-j24-300297.html Mon, 18 May 2026 21:20:07 GMT So, does anyone know where else on a 1979 J24 boat I can find the hull ID number? Looks like the usual place (upper starboard corner on transom) is... So, does anyone know where else on a 1979 J24 boat I can find the hull ID number? Looks like the usual place (upper starboard corner on transom) is not entirely visible (painted over). I have been told there might be a secondary area it might have the ID.

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated! Many thanks! ]]> Monohull Sailboats Coffeebean10 https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/hull-id-on-j24-300297.html Fairclough Sailmakers - Permanently Closed https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/fairclough-sailmakers-permanently-closed-300277.html Sun, 17 May 2026 18:54:15 GMT Boat yard owner here in Guilford, CT just told me that Fairclough (New Haven, CT) closed permanently about November, 2025...."just couldnt find folks to work in their shop"....I have one of their canvas covers for my Bristol that I bought used about 7 years ago and its still going strong....The Fairclough website confirms their closure. A shame that a family-owned company has to close after 80 yrs in business for such a reason. ]]> Monohull Sailboats Hoodsail https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/fairclough-sailmakers-permanently-closed-300277.html purchasing in US and shipping to Mexico https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/purchasing-in-us-and-shipping-to-mexico-300240.html Thu, 14 May 2026 23:56:12 GMT I have found the right boat for me in Salt Lake City Utah. I want her in San Carlos Mexico.
She's 27' on a new trailer. Boat Displacement is 6000 lb. Trailer weight guessed at 2000 lb. Boat Beam 9'6'. I do not have a proper vehicle to tow her that distance. I need ideas. She could be towed or put on a flat bed for the 1000 mile trip.
Am I setting myself up for more problems that it's worth, or is it really not a big deal.
All advice valued. Shipping companies? Insurance requirements? Do I need to purchase the TIP at the border or can I buy it at Port? And anything I'm missing.
Thanks :confused:
Mike in Durango Colorado ]]> Monohull Sailboats Mdsdurango1998 https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/purchasing-in-us-and-shipping-to-mexico-300240.html Allures Horizon 47 https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/allures-horizon-47-a-300235.html Thu, 14 May 2026 14:21:55 GMT Hi all Allures is going to lunch new boat: https://www.allures.com/en/allures-horizon-47-sailboats Not bad. Hi all

Allures is going to lunch new boat:

https://www.allures.com/en/allures-horizon-47-sailboats

Not bad. ]]> Monohull Sailboats cat123 https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/allures-horizon-47-a-300235.html Advice on Bimini https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/advice-on-bimini-300233.html Thu, 14 May 2026 13:49:48 GMT Good morning All-

Looking for some insights on a short, "shakedown", trip to Bimini. The sailboat is sound...just trying a new crew mix. Don't have a whole bunch of time to push further into the Abacos.

Homeport is Satellite Beach and would sail down the coast to ~Ft. Lauderdale and the hop across to Bimini.

Plan is ~3rd week July. Was tentatively planning on ~2 weeks round trip.

If there is a thread someone can point me to since the above trip has been accomplished thousands of times by others.

As always,

Thank you to the Forum respondents.

David ]]> Monohull Sailboats RodeoClown https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/f47/advice-on-bimini-300233.html