We own two cruisers and a cruiser-racer. In each boat’s log book, we maintain detailed, easy-to-use operating checklists that support crews, especially infrequent users, in operating boats safely. These include pre-departure, engine starting, under-way, refueling and boat closeout checklists. Also on board and online is our internally developed Boat Information Book (BIB), an operator manual specifically tailored to each of our boats.
Cruiser Racer
We acquired Glissade late in the 2024 season and we are now racing her in the Pirates Cove Race Club Frostbite series. Documentation for the boat will be posted when finalized.
Catalina Cruisers
Our two Catalinas are pure cruisers, well equipped for weekend and longer coastal cruising. Both have completed the DelMarVa circumnavigation.
Catalina 34s were favorably reviewed by Practical Sailor magazine. Some excerpts:
The Catalina 34 is a successful, all-around design from a hugely successful company.
The 34s are wholesome coastal cruising boats, also suitable for island-hopping expeditions.
According to our owner survey, the interior is the most praised aspect of the 34 . . . .
The second most highly praised feature is performance . . . .
In general, satisfaction with the Catalina 34 rates very high. We suspect this is due in large part to the great support that owners get through the Catalina 34 International Association, Catalina, and Catalina Direct, an independent provider of upgrades and parts for older boats
https://www.practical-sailor.com/sailboat-reviews/the-catalina-34-30-years-later