Sailboat Trailer
Tips on Choosing a Boat
Finding the perfect boat is an undertaking for an experienced boater. For the first time boater, it can be a very difficult task to accomplish. To help you with your quest for the perfect boat, there are a few things you should know.
Deciding what's important
Choosing the right boat is all about knowing what's really important to you. You need to decide whether you'll be using the boat for your own private use, fishing, or cruising. You should also consider your families feelings, as buying a boat for your own personal needs without consulting your family will probably lead to disappointing experiences or less time spent on the water.
Types of boats
Typically, boats will fall into five categories - fishing boats, power boats, sailboats, Personal Watercraft, and self powered boats. To help you find the perfect boat, we'll take a look at what each one offers.
Fishing boats
The designs for fishing boats will vary quite a bit, as are the places you can use them. The boats that are meant for shallow waters of inland lakes and rivers aren't the same boats meant for deep seas and great lakes. There are many different designs, even boats that serve no other purpose besides fishing.
These types of boats normally have stowage and holders for bait, fishing poles, tackle, and even special tanks to hold live fish. Other types of fishing only boats feature an open platform where anglers can fight fish from all sides of the boat.
Power boats
Power boats are the most popular boats sold. The designs with power boats are as varied as their uses. Boats with seating in the front are called bowriders, which are mainly used for towing skiers or rafts. Most boats can also be used for fishing as well. If you want to do both, there are ski and fish combinations available.
Sailboats
When you first learn to pilot a sailboat, it can be very challenging, although very rewarding as well. A sailboat requires more skill and knowledge to operate than boats, although they are considered more rewarding once mastered.
With all available sailboats, the single masted sloop is the most popular design. For those who only boat on occasion, catboats, daysailers, and dinghys are small and easily trailerable.
When you finally decide on the perfect boat for you, look at what each one offers and how you plan to use it. The perfect boat for you is out there, all you have do is find the one that best matches your needs.
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 1989 HOMEMADE SAILBOAT AND TRAILER SC SEXT 89 $1,525.00 (10 Bids) Time Remaining: 6d 2h 43m |
 1979 Ericson 25+ Sailboat $3,800.00 Time Remaining: 2d 5h 4m Buy It Now for only: $3,800.00 |
 1986 Catalina 25 Used Sailboat EZ Loader Trailer North Carolina $1,700.00 (37 Bids) Time Remaining: 23h 43m |
 1969 Schock 14 Used Sailboat Trailer for California $103.50 (17 Bids) Time Remaining: 23h 43m |
 1982 Boston Whaler 15 ft Sail Boat $1,980.00 Time Remaining: 16d 18h 48m Buy It Now for only: $1,980.00 |
 1978 LUGER SAILBOAT 21 FOOTNEW SAILGOOD TRAILER W NEWER TIRES $565.55 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 16h 23m |
 1996 MacGregor 26X Sailboat 50HP Mercury with Trailer Powersailer $4,050.00 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 7d 4h 13m |
 Sailboat trailer $1,800.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 18h 34m |
 2011 SailBoat Powerboat Car Transport Trailer $7,900.00 Time Remaining: 6d 15h 14m Buy It Now for only: $7,900.00 |
 1968 Coronado 15 Used Sailboat Trailer for Sale in California $10.57 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 23h 28m |
 ODay 23ft Sailboat with Johnson 99hp Motor and Trailer $6,392.33 Time Remaining: 3d 11h 34m |
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Baby Einstein - On the Go - Riding, Sailing and Soaring
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DescriptionA fun-filled introduction to things that "go!'-- Introduces cars, planes, trains and more-- Exposes little ones to the concept of transportationAs little ones become increasingly mobile, their fascination with all things that move intensifies too... |
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HOW TO EQUIP A TRAILER-SAILER FOR SERIOUS CRUISING [VHS]
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DescriptionThis was the first video ever to be endorsed by Practical Sailor Magazine. After crossing the Atlantic single-handed, Bill became the first ever to sail a Trans-Atlantic vessel across England & Ireland by canal—visiting 16 capitols and 19 countries... |
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Fan-Tastic Vent 01100WH Endless Breeze 12V Fan
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DescriptionA cool summer breeze whenever and wherever you want it! Need to cool off on the road? This fan is perfect for RVs, boats, sleeper cabs and horse trailers. Details: 3 speeds lets you regulate airflow..... |
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600LB Trailer Dolly Hitch Ball 10" Tires Boat Jet Ski
Sale Price: $63.99 |
DescriptionIdeal for small boat, light trailer, snowmobiles and Jet Ski |
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Solar Battery Charger Kit for 12V. RV Marine or Home. Flexible Solar Panel aminate, Charge Controller, PV Combiner box w/breaker & extension Cable
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Description68 watt Complete package includes 68 watt Flexible Solar Panel, Baby box with circuit breaker, 6.5 Amp Charge Controller and 30' MC Cable. UniSolar flexible solar panel. simple & easy peel and stick installation... |
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Around Cape Horn - Capt. Irving Johnson Sailing DVD
Sale Price: $27.99 |
DescriptionUnique footage shot by the late Capt. Irving Johnson during his 1929 rounding of Cape Horn aboard a square rigger. Spectacular. |
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9" Water Sports Speed Boat w/ Control Rudder + Fun Bath Tub Pool Toy Boats for kids
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Description9" Battery Operated Speed Boat. Water Activated Jet Go Motor. Directional Rudder. Safe with No Propeller. Perfect for fun in the bath or pool! Recommended for age 3 and above. Comes in two colors - RED or GREEN |
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5 Watt 12 Volt Solar Power Portable Panel PV Photovoltaic Good for: RV Car Truck Marine Off Grid Battery Charger Cell Phone Laptop Water Pump Gate
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DescriptionThe GP-5-12module features ploy-crystalline photovoltic cell technology. The 36 square solar cells are encapsulated beneath high transmission tempered glass using an advanced, UV resistant thermal setting plastic... |
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6dB 35in Stainless Steel VHF Whip Antenna
Sale Price: $54.95 |
DescriptionIncludes L-Bracket |
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LEGO City Power Boat Transporter 4643
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DescriptionGet ready to launch the power boat! One of the drivers has parked the power boat transporter by the harbour dock and is ready to launch the cool power boat into the water. Once it's in the water, put on your lifejacket, climb onboard and get ready to cruise the seas! |
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Sailboat $11.93 Sailboat |
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Sailing Big on a Small Sailboat $19.76 Anyone dreaming about owning an affordable sailboat will be attracted by this book, which provides small boat sailors and first-time boat buyers with a good introduction to trailer-sailing. The author shows how cruising on a small but properly equipped boat that can be kept at home and towed to the water behind the family car is a satisfying and not very costly exercise. Sailors and would-be boat buyers will learn to evaluate boats in the 22' to 26' foot range, among others the Catalina, Hunter and MacGregor, and the equipment and accessories that will enable them to sail BIG on a small sailboat far more easily and for less money than you can "sail small" on a big sailboat. Throughout the book, the emphasis is on careful planning and selection of boat and accessories to get the most enjoyment from the least investment. Now in its third edition, the book has been updated and expanded to include several new models, including the Com-Pac, Etap, Rhodes and the Santana, and a new chapter |
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Your First Sailboat (Paperback) $11.21 The first comprehensive sailing start-up kit for adult learnersYour First Sailboat is the only book that puts entry-level sailboat selection, use, maintenance, and lifestyle issues all in one place for new sailors who happen to discover this wonderful sport as adults. This book answers questions that other books don`t even think to ask: Can a keelboat tip over? Can I take a centerboard boat onto open water? What`s a fair price to pay for the boat I want? Can I trailer a keelboat? How do I make this boat move? How do I make it stop moving? How do I take care of it? This complete guide for the beginning sailor:Offers authoritative advice on choosing a sailboat Provides decision trees to guide the reader to the perfect starter boat Discusses lake vs. ocean boats, family day sailing vs. racing, and more Answers all of the new sailor`s questions |
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Your First Sailboat $16.95 The Comprehensive Sailing Start-Up Resource: Can a keelboat tip over?; Can I take a centerboard boat onto open water?; How can I determine what boat I want?; Once I do, what’s a fair price to pay for it?; Should I buy it new or used?; How can I tell the difference between a used boat and one that’s used up?; Now that I have it, how can I start sailing quickly and safely?. Your First Sailboat is the first book to answer all your questions about selecting, buying, maintaining, and using your first boat. This user-friendly guide covers issues that other books ignore, including how to choose between a trailer sailer, daysailer, raceboat, cruiser, or multihull; what hull material is best for your first boat; whether to buy new or used; where to shop; how to judge quality and condition; where to keep your new boat; and what to do about gear, loans, insurance, and annual maintenance. Special features of this all-in-one handbook include: A descriptive buying guide to 75 recommended sailboats of all types and sizes, from daysailers to racers, cruisers, and multihulls; A decision tree to guide you to your ideal starter boat; Complete instructions on how to care for and sail your boat as well as how to acquire it. Straightforward and fun, Your First Sailboat gives you just what you need to stop asking questions and start sailing. Everything else is optional. Save time. Save money. This book omits everything you don’t need to know. |
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Trailer $10 Trailer - American X Sports |
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Knockout 545H Sailboat Stock Hitch Covers $22.28 All you need is some wind and water and you re ready to go. Show your love of sailing while protecting your hitch with this cover that displays an action image of a sailboat in gray and black on blue water and a silver background. Features:. Sailing image in gray and black on blue water and a silver background. Highquality automotivegrade ABS plastic base made from recycled material. Weatherresistant polyurethane gel coating won t fade yellow crack or peel. Hitch clip included hitch lock sold separately. Made in the USA. Specifications:. Fits 2 x 2 trailer hitch receivers. Oval face measures 5 Wide x 31/2 Tall. Collection: General (Humor) Designs. Dimensions: 3.5 L x 3.5 H x 5 W. |
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The Trailer Sailer Owner's Manual: Buy, Outfit, Trail, Maintain $10.98 (i)The Trailer Sailer Owner's Manual(/i) should be included with every trailer ready sailboat. This comprehensive guide to selecting, caring for and enjoying a trailer ready sailboat will answer all your questions about fitting out, care of your sails, launching and retrieval, and boat maintenance. Easy-to-understand selection guides help you choose the proper sealant/adhesive or anti- fouling paint. Here you'll find natural alternatives to common toxic cleaning agents, as well as a useful guide to cooking in very small spaces. You'll even learn to make traditional mats from rope while you keep a weather eye on the clouds.This mother lode of trailer sailing information is neither a how-to-sail manual nor a sales pitch for a specific brand or type of boat. Rather, it's a compendium of trailer sailing wisdom that reads like a conversation with a fellow sailor-relaxed, informative, thought provoking and entertaining. |
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Sailboat Invitation - Box of 10 $27.49 Sailboat Invitation - Box of 10 |
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Relax With A Sailboat Cruise (Segeltoern) $8.99 Relax With A Sailboat Cruise (Segeltoern) |
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Sailboat Annual Maintenance - $24.99 Sailboat Annual Maintenance - |
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Rich Johnson's Guide to Trailer Boat Sailing $16.66 If you've ever dreamed of casting off in search of adventure wherever your heart may lead, this book will help turn those dreams into reality. A trailerable sailboat is the ideal way to explore every part of the country - wherever there are lakes, rivers, reservoirs or ocean coastline. To make the most of this exciting lifestyle, owners (or prospective owners) of trailerable sailboats need three things: an understanding of the boat and how to use it, knowledge about the tow vehicle and trailer used to transport the boat, and a spirited sense of adventure to live the dream. This book delivers all three, in a down-to-earth style old salts will appreciate, yet easy enough for budding sailors to grasp. |
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Trailer II $9.99 Trailer II |
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The Trailer Tapes $9.99 The Trailer Tapes |
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Trailer Travis $4.99 Trailer Travis |
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Unpacking the Trailer $12.17 Unpacking the Trailer |
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Trailer Trash $2.99 Trailer Trash Keychain Trailer Trash |
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Sailboat Note Card - Box of 10 $25.49 Sailboat Note Card - Box of 10 |
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Oregon Magnet 2D Sailboat(Pack Of 72) $190 Oregon magnet 2d sailboat... |
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The Trailer $15.98 Description not provided. |
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Atlantic Isle Sailboat Pillow $29.99 Atlantic Isle Sailboat Pillow features a sailboat on a blue background. Pillow measures 15"x16". See item #27022 to view entire quilt collection. |
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Oregon Magnet 2D Oval Sailboat(Pack Of 72) $190 Oregon magnet 2d oval sailboat... |
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Casablanca Trailer $10 Casablanca Trailer - Trailers From Hell |
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Godzilla Trailer $10 Godzilla Trailer - Trailers From Hell |
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Sailboat Trailer
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1989 HOMEMADE SAILBOAT AND TRAILER SC SEXT 89 $1,525.00 (10 Bids) Time Remaining: 6d 2h 43m |
1979 Ericson 25+ Sailboat $3,800.00 Time Remaining: 2d 5h 4m Buy It Now for only: $3,800.00 |
1986 Catalina 25 Used Sailboat EZ Loader Trailer North Carolina $1,700.00 (37 Bids) Time Remaining: 23h 43m |
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1969 Schock 14 Used Sailboat Trailer for California $103.50 (17 Bids) Time Remaining: 23h 43m |
1982 Boston Whaler 15 ft Sail Boat $1,980.00 Time Remaining: 16d 18h 48m Buy It Now for only: $1,980.00 |
1978 LUGER SAILBOAT 21 FOOTNEW SAILGOOD TRAILER W NEWER TIRES $565.55 (6 Bids) Time Remaining: 4d 16h 23m |
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1996 MacGregor 26X Sailboat 50HP Mercury with Trailer Powersailer $4,050.00 (5 Bids) Time Remaining: 7d 4h 13m |
Sailboat trailer $1,800.00 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 1d 18h 34m |
2011 SailBoat Powerboat Car Transport Trailer $7,900.00 Time Remaining: 6d 15h 14m Buy It Now for only: $7,900.00 |
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1968 Coronado 15 Used Sailboat Trailer for Sale in California $10.57 (1 Bid) Time Remaining: 23h 28m |
ODay 23ft Sailboat with Johnson 99hp Motor and Trailer $6,392.33 Time Remaining: 3d 11h 34m |
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Baby Einstein - On the Go - Riding, Sailing and Soaring
List Price: |
DescriptionA fun-filled introduction to things that "go!'-- Introduces cars, planes, trains and more-- Exposes little ones to the concept of transportationAs little ones become increasingly mobile, their fascination with all things that move intensifies too... |
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HOW TO EQUIP A TRAILER-SAILER FOR SERIOUS CRUISING [VHS]
Sale Price: $29.95 |
DescriptionThis was the first video ever to be endorsed by Practical Sailor Magazine. After crossing the Atlantic single-handed, Bill became the first ever to sail a Trans-Atlantic vessel across England & Ireland by canal—visiting 16 capitols and 19 countries... |
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Fan-Tastic Vent 01100WH Endless Breeze 12V Fan
List Price: |
DescriptionA cool summer breeze whenever and wherever you want it! Need to cool off on the road? This fan is perfect for RVs, boats, sleeper cabs and horse trailers. Details: 3 speeds lets you regulate airflow..... |
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600LB Trailer Dolly Hitch Ball 10" Tires Boat Jet Ski
Sale Price: $63.99 |
DescriptionIdeal for small boat, light trailer, snowmobiles and Jet SKI |
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Solar Battery Charger Kit for 12V. RV Marine or Home. Flexible Solar Panel aminate, Charge Controller, PV Combiner box w/breaker & extension Cable
List Price: |
Description68 watt Complete package includes 68 watt Flexible Solar Panel, Baby box with circuit breaker, 6.5 Amp Charge Controller and 30' MC Cable. UniSolar flexible solar panel. simple & easy peel and stick installation... |
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Around Cape Horn - Capt. Irving Johnson Sailing DVD
Sale Price: $27.99 |
DescriptionUnique footage shot by the late Capt. Irving Johnson during his 1929 rounding of Cape Horn aboard a square rigger. Spectacular. |
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9" Water Sports Speed Boat w/ Control Rudder + Fun Bath Tub Pool Toy Boats for kids
List Price: |
Description9" Battery Operated Speed Boat. Water Activated Jet Go Motor. Directional Rudder. Safe with No Propeller. Perfect for fun in the bath or pool! Recommended for age 3 and above. Comes in two colors - RED or GREEN |
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5 Watt 12 Volt Solar Power Portable Panel PV Photovoltaic Good for: RV Car Truck Marine Off Grid Battery Charger Cell Phone Laptop Water Pump Gate
List Price: |
DescriptionThe GP-5-12module features ploy-crystalline photovoltic cell technology. The 36 square solar cells are encapsulated beneath high transmission tempered glass using an advanced, UV resistant thermal setting plastic... |
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6dB 35in Stainless Steel VHF Whip Antenna
Sale Price: $54.95 |
DescriptionIncludes L-Bracket |
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LEGO City Power Boat Transporter 4643
List Price: |
DescriptionGet ready to launch the power boat! One of the drivers has parked the power boat transporter by the harbour dock and is ready to launch the cool power boat into the water. Once it's in the water, put on your lifejacket, climb onboard and get ready to cruise the seas! |
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Sailboat $11.93 Sailboat |
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Sailing Big on a Small Sailboat $19.76 Anyone dreaming about owning an affordable sailboat will be attracted by this book, which provides small boat sailors and first-time boat buyers with a good introduction to trailer-sailing. The author shows how cruising on a small but properly equipped boat that can be kept at home and towed to the water behind the family car is a satisfying and not very costly exercise. Sailors and would-be boat buyers will learn to evaluate boats in the 22' to 26' foot range, among others the Catalina, Hunter and MacGregor, and the equipment and accessories that will enable them to sail BIG on a small sailboat far more easily and for less money than you can "sail small" on a big sailboat. Throughout the book, the emphasis is on careful planning and selection of boat and accessories to get the most enjoyment from the least investment. Now in its third edition, the book has been updated and expanded to include several new models, including the Com-Pac, Etap, Rhodes and the Santana, and a new chapter |
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Your First Sailboat (Paperback) $11.21 The first comprehensive sailing start-up kit for adult learnersYour First Sailboat is the only book that puts entry-level sailboat selection, use, maintenance, and lifestyle issues all in one place for new sailors who happen to discover this wonderful sport as adults. This book answers questions that other books don`t even think to ask: Can a keelboat tip over? Can I take a centerboard boat onto open water? What`s a fair price to pay for the boat I want? Can I trailer a keelboat? How do I make this boat move? How do I make it stop moving? How do I take care of it? This complete guide for the beginning sailor:Offers authoritative advice on choosing a sailboat Provides decision trees to guide the reader to the perfect starter boat Discusses lake vs. ocean boats, family day sailing vs. racing, and more Answers all of the new sailor`s questions |
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Your First Sailboat $16.95 The Comprehensive Sailing Start-Up Resource: Can a keelboat tip over?; Can I take a centerboard boat onto open water?; How can I determine what boat I want?; Once I do, what’s a fair price to pay for it?; Should I buy it new or used?; How can I tell the difference between a used boat and one that’s used up?; Now that I have it, how can I start sailing quickly and safely?. Your First Sailboat is the first book to answer all your questions about selecting, buying, maintaining, and using your first boat. This user-friendly guide covers issues that other books ignore, including how to choose between a trailer sailer, daysailer, raceboat, cruiser, or multihull; what hull material is best for your first boat; whether to buy new or used; where to shop; how to judge quality and condition; where to keep your new boat; and what to do about gear, loans, insurance, and annual maintenance. Special features of this all-in-one handbook include: A descriptive buying guide to 75 recommended sailboats of all types and sizes, from daysailers to racers, cruisers, and multihulls; A decision tree to guide you to your ideal starter boat; Complete instructions on how to care for and sail your boat as well as how to acquire it. Straightforward and fun, Your First Sailboat gives you just what you need to stop asking questions and start sailing. Everything else is optional. Save time. Save money. This book omits everything you don’t need to know. |
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Trailer $10 Trailer - American X Sports |
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Knockout 545H Sailboat Stock Hitch Covers $22.28 All you need is some wind and water and you re ready to go. Show your love of sailing while protecting your hitch with this cover that displays an action image of a sailboat in gray and black on blue water and a silver background. Features:. Sailing image in gray and black on blue water and a silver background. Highquality automotivegrade ABS plastic base made from recycled material. Weatherresistant polyurethane gel coating won t fade yellow crack or peel. Hitch clip included hitch lock sold separately. Made in the USA. Specifications:. Fits 2 x 2 trailer hitch receivers. Oval face measures 5 Wide x 31/2 Tall. Collection: General (Humor) Designs. Dimensions: 3.5 L x 3.5 H x 5 W. |
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The Trailer Sailer Owner's Manual: Buy, Outfit, Trail, Maintain $10.98 (i)The Trailer Sailer Owner's Manual(/i) should be included with every trailer ready sailboat. This comprehensive guide to selecting, caring for and enjoying a trailer ready sailboat will answer all your questions about fitting out, care of your sails, launching and retrieval, and boat maintenance. Easy-to-understand selection guides help you choose the proper sealant/adhesive or anti- fouling paint. Here you'll find natural alternatives to common toxic cleaning agents, as well as a useful guide to cooking in very small spaces. You'll even learn to make traditional mats from rope while you keep a weather eye on the clouds.This mother lode of trailer sailing information is neither a how-to-sail manual nor a sales pitch for a specific brand or type of boat. Rather, it's a compendium of trailer sailing wisdom that reads like a conversation with a fellow sailor-relaxed, informative, thought provoking and entertaining. |
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Sailboat Invitation - Box of 10 $27.49 Sailboat Invitation - Box of 10 |
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Relax With A Sailboat Cruise (Segeltoern) $8.99 Relax With A Sailboat Cruise (Segeltoern) |
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Sailboat Annual Maintenance - $24.99 Sailboat Annual Maintenance - |
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Rich Johnson's Guide to Trailer Boat Sailing $16.66 If you've ever dreamed of casting off in search of adventure wherever your heart may lead, this book will help turn those dreams into reality. A trailerable sailboat is the ideal way to explore every part of the country - wherever there are lakes, rivers, reservoirs or ocean coastline. To make the most of this exciting lifestyle, owners (or prospective owners) of trailerable sailboats need three things: an understanding of the boat and how to use it, knowledge about the tow vehicle and trailer used to transport the boat, and a spirited sense of adventure to live the dream. This book delivers all three, in a down-to-earth style old salts will appreciate, yet easy enough for budding sailors to grasp. |
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Trailer II $9.99 Trailer II |
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The Trailer Tapes $9.99 The Trailer Tapes |
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Trailer Travis $4.99 Trailer Travis |
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Unpacking the Trailer $12.17 Unpacking the Trailer |
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Trailer Trash $2.99 Trailer Trash Keychain Trailer Trash |
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Sailboat Note Card - Box of 10 $25.49 Sailboat Note Card - Box of 10 |
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Oregon Magnet 2D Sailboat(Pack Of 72) $190 Oregon magnet 2d sailboat... |
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The Trailer $15.98 Description not provided. |
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Atlantic Isle Sailboat Pillow $29.99 Atlantic Isle Sailboat Pillow features a sailboat on a blue background. Pillow measures 15"x16". See item #27022 to view entire quilt collection. |
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Oregon Magnet 2D Oval Sailboat(Pack Of 72) $190 Oregon magnet 2d oval sailboat... |
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Casablanca Trailer $10 Casablanca Trailer - Trailers From Hell |
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Godzilla Trailer $10 Godzilla Trailer - Trailers From Hell |
Retrieving a Sailboat with Trailer