The Big Problem With Beneteau (It’s Not What You Think)

Are Beneteau sailboats really “bendy,” cheap, or unsafe — or is the internet just yelling again? If you’re a middle-aged couple thinking about selling the house, buying a sailboat, and cruising to the Bahamas or the Caribbean, chances are a Beneteau is already on your shortlist. They’re everywhere for a reason — but they also attract more hate online than almost any other sailboat brand. In this video, we take an honest, no-nonsense look at Beneteau sailboats, where the criticism comes from, what’s actually true, and what really matters if you’re buying a used cruising boat. We talk about hull construction, full keels vs fin keels, modern sailing technology, and why today’s cruising reality is very different from “grandad’s bluewater days.” This isn’t brand loyalty, and it’s not internet fear-mongering — it’s real-world perspective for people planning real cruising lives. Whether you’re researching: Beneteau Oceanis vs older full-keel sailboats Best sailboats for Bahamas and Caribbean cruising Used sailboat buying advice Cruising sailboats for retirement Or wondering if Beneteaus are actually safe offshore …this video will help you separate myth from reality before you write the check. ⛵ Topics covered in this video: Why Beneteau gets so much hate online Modern sailboat construction vs “they don’t build them like they used to” What actually matters when buying a used cruising sailboat Bahamas and Caribbean cruising realities Why today’s cruisers don’t need Noah’s Ark anymore If you’re dreaming of life under sail — or already shopping for your first cruising boat — you’re in the right place. Need a consult? Click here to drop a message: https://ladyksailing.com/consults/ Want to help support Lady K Sailing? Click here to become a Patron: http://www.patreon.com/ladyksailing Or here to make a one time donation: http://www.ladyksailing.com/team-k Follow Lady K on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ladyksailing Or Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ladyksailing/