Common questions

Are precision sailboats any good?

Are precision sailboats any good?

The Precision 185 was voted Best Value for its combination of good sailing characteristics, substantial construction, and reasonable cost. First and foremost this boat performs well; yet it shouldn’t intimidate even entry-level sailors. With two aboard, the boat went well both upwind and down.

Does Tartan still make sailboats?

The Tartan factory currently produces six models: a 345, the all-new 395, 4000, 4300, 4700, and 5300. Contact your Seattle Yacht Sales Professional today to start your search for the perfect Tartan sailboat.

What is a daysailer sailboat?

A daysailer, day sailer, or dayboat is a small sailboat with or without sleeping accommodations but which is larger than a dinghy. Dayboats can be monohull or multihull, and are typically trailer-able.

Is Precision Boat Works still in business?

Brothers Phil and Richard Porter, who founded Precision Boat Works in 1978, have decided to retire from building boats. Bill Porter will continue to offer replacement parts for Precision boats and has moved to a new location at 15 Paradise Plaza, in Sarasota, Fla. …

Where are precision boats made?

Precision vessels are highly regarded and much sought-after; built in West Australia and known …

Where are Tartan sailboats built?

Tartan Marine (also called Tartan Yachts) is an American boat builder based in Painesville, Ohio on Lake Erie. The company specializes in the design and manufacture of fiberglass sailboats.

What kind of boat is a tartan?

A tartane or tartan was a small ship used both as a fishing ship and for coastal trading in the Mediterranean. They were in use for over 300 years until the late 19th century. A tartane had a single mast on which was rigged a large lateen sail, and with a bowsprit and fore-sail.

How many people can fit on a Catalina 25?

Boat length X boat width/15 = # ppl. The original Catalina 25 brochure indicate the boat sleeps five.

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