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We caught up with Gustavo Alonso, a Harken Blockheads member from Key Biscayne Yacht Club, during the 2019 USODA National Championship. Gus has good advice for Opti sailors. He knows from experience. Watch the video to hear the Gus Tip. ‣‣‣ ABOUT HARKEN BLOCKHEADS What exactly is a Blockhead? If you are totally obsessed with how to rig and sail your boat, you might already be one! The Harken Blockheads website is filled with hundreds of tips and videos to help you sail better. The club is free and you get free stuff right away -- Join Blockheads at https://harkenblockheads.com/join.php
Would you choose this elegant cruiser for solo voyaging or full‑crew ocean passage? Spirit Yachts Spirit 50 CR © Spirit Yachts Ltd. Length: 50 ft (15.24 m) Beam: 13 ft (4.0 m) Draft: 8 ft (2.44 m) Displacement: approx. 16 tons (14,515 kg) Top Speed (under sail): 9+ knots Price: approx. US\$ 2.4 Million The Spirit 50 CR (Center Cockpit) merges timeless teak-and-mahogany craftsmanship with full composite engineering for serious offshore cruising. Designed with seaworthiness in mind, its centre‑cockpit layout enhances safety and visibility while providing a spacious owner’s suite aft and flexible guest cabins below deck. With robust sail handling systems and a fine-honed hull, she delivers confident bluewater performance. The interior reflects bespoke elegance: handcrafted joinery, practical lash points, and customizable layout options for extended voyages. The elevated cockpit and protected helm make this yacht ideal for sailors who want effortless comfort at sea without compromising style or seaworthiness. #SpiritYachts #BluewaterCruiser #ClassicDesign #HarbourMasters