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7 Top Mistakes First-Time Boat Buyers Make
Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 09/09/2024 Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 09/09/2024

7 Top Mistakes First-Time Boat Buyers Make

Discover the 7 mistakes to avoid as a first time boat buyer, and how to set yourself up for long-term enjoyment of boat ownership.

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Tiwal: The Inflatable Sailboat Packed With a Whole Lotta Fun
Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 26/06/2024 Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 26/06/2024

Tiwal: The Inflatable Sailboat Packed With a Whole Lotta Fun

Olympic sailor Melissa Henshaw gives us the lowdown the Tiwal — a super portable, high-performance sailing dinghy making waves all over the world.

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20 Must-Know Tips for Your First Boat Show
Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 27/03/2024 Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 27/03/2024

20 Must-Know Tips for Your First Boat Show

From Auckland to Annapolis, boat shows are a highlight of the year for boaties. Discover these must-know tips to make the most of your visit and have a blast!

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An Easy Guide to the 8 Best (And Funnest) Small Sailboats to Learn to Sail
Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 25/10/2023 Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 25/10/2023

An Easy Guide to the 8 Best (And Funnest) Small Sailboats to Learn to Sail

Discover why bigger isn’t always better, with these 8 small sail boats — perfect for learning to sail, racing and getting your thrills on the water!

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How To Make A Simple Boat Budget and Save Money Faster
Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 11/12/2022 Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 11/12/2022

How To Make A Simple Boat Budget and Save Money Faster

A well thought out budget is key to achieving your boating goals. It doesn’t have to be fancy — you just have to know what costs to put in it, and how to stick to it.

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The Best Places To Buy A Used Boat (You Might Be Surprised!)
Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 10/06/2022 Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 10/06/2022

The Best Places To Buy A Used Boat (You Might Be Surprised!)

Discover the most extensive list of boat sale websites to help you in your search to buy a boat, and learn new places to look locally, nationally and world-wide.

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Buying Your First Boat: Are These Costs In Your Budget?
Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 05/03/2022 Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 05/03/2022

Buying Your First Boat: Are These Costs In Your Budget?

Found your dream boat but aren’t sure if you can really afford it? Check out these common costs for boat ownership so you can prepare a realistic budget for boat life.

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Beginner’s Guide to Buying a Yacht
Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 01/10/2021 Sailing, Buy a Boat Tara Cooney 01/10/2021

Beginner’s Guide to Buying a Yacht

Buying a yacht to live on is a big decision. Learn the key 14 factors to consider when buying for the first time, so you can find the right boat for you.

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