O'Day 26 For Sail; Lake Lanier, GA

O'Day 25 For Sale; Buffalo, NY

S2 7.9 Sailboat For Sale; Fairhope, AL

Tradewinds Regatta 2012

The 2012 Tradewinds Midwinter Open Cat Nationals were recently held in Islamorada, Florida. It's a multihull regatta hosting a wide variety of classes from the Inter 20 to the Hobie Wave. Team Zhik, consisting of Mike Krantz and David Lennard, had a successful event. Sailing in the F-18 class, the duo took a third out of a fleet of sixteen boats. Mike has been kind enough to share a little bowsprit video action of the racing from day three. Needless to say, after a full day of this kind of physical action, you need to be in pretty good shape. Enjoy, Thanks Mike!

Hunter 260 For Sale; Hot Springs, AR

MacGregor 25 For Sale; Deltona, FL

A Little Key West Racing Action

... and I do mean a little. The trend at Key West Race Week continues its downward spiral. Despite the attraction of beautiful water and warm temperatures, the scratch sheets continue to get shorter and shorter. What a shame. They can blame it on the economy all they want, that's an easy excuse to ride, but the fact is they are going to have to do something different. What's the saying, "If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got." And with the surge of Charleston Race Week in terms of popularity, the folks in Key West have reason to worry. I'm thinking there is a fat lady lounging around in Key West on some Morgan Out Island somewhere that needs to start warming up her pipes.

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Hunter 25 For Sale, Cherubini Design, Bellingham, WA

Beneteau 373 For Sale; Pasadena, MD

Pearson 365 Ketch For Sale; Beverly, MA

DesTopNews Weekly Sailing Updates

1984 O'Day 222 For Sale; Jacksonville, FL

AMF Paceship PY23 For Sale; Astoria, OR

Morgan 41 For Sale

Hunter Legend 37.5
Fractional Ownership Available

More Classified Options At Strictly Sailing

Beginning in 2012 Strictly Sailing skippers will have a choice of three options for listing their boat in the classifieds. And as usual, we've maintained the principles of ease and affordability. From the Basic Classified, which will always be free, to the Premium Classified, skippers will now have more options for showcasing their boats.

And through the month of February, the Standard Classified, is free. That is a $9.99 value. Learn more about the classified options by clicking here.

Mariner 23 For Sale

Pearson 424 Ketch For Sale

To You and Yours ...

Pearson Flyer For Sale Trailer Included!

Hunter 33 For Sale

Clean, Maintained, Columbia 8.3 For Sale

Made in the USA

Strictly Sailing is always looking for new sailboat classified listings. It always works out that way, particularly this time of year. Site traffic shows people are still looking at boats, but new offerings are down. That makes sense. People are thinking about the Holiday's right now, especially Christmas with all the crazy shopping.

Unfortunately, for many, this Christmas will lack a certain amount of glamour and attractiveness. Unemployment is high and income levels are down. Times are tough.

So, I would like to propose an idea as you wind up your holiday shopping. Go out of your way to think and to purchase items made in the USA. That will be tough, but it can be done.

I'm not saying that your shopping should be USA exclusive. As cool as that would be, as much of a domestic, economic boost that would yield, it is not very practical. But the fact is, if you plan, do some research, and look at a label or two, you will find that perfect item for that perfect sailor in your life.

For example, what sailor doesn't wear flip-flops? Everybody I know does. So, why buy your flip-flops from China? Because that's where they are all made. Ahhhh,not really.

Let me introduce you to Okabashi. Their molded Flip-Flops are high quality of great construction, feel good on your feet, recyclable, and sailor friendly. Oh, and aside from being made right here in Buford, GA. These American gems are incredibly affordable. To give you an idea, my Men's Classic Flop are priced everyday at $14.99. That is stupid cheap. And right now, shipping is free for orders over $40.00.

So check them out on the web and put a little Okabashi under the tree. I did.

S2 9.1 For Sale

Jeanneau Sunrise 34 For Sale