Valiant 40 Sailboat | The Legendary Bluewater Cruiser Changed Offshore Sailing Ep 352 Lady K Sailing

The Valiant 40 sailboat is one of the most iconic offshore cruisers ever built. Designed by Bob Perry in the 1970s, this legendary 40-foot yacht combined speed, comfort, and safety in a way no production cruiser had before. In this video, we take a deep dive into the history, design, performance, and real-world reputation of the Valiant 40. From her solid offshore pedigree to her practical interior layout and timeless lines, we’ll cover why this yacht remains a dream boat for serious bluewater sailors. We’ll explore: ⛵ The design story behind the Valiant 40 ⚓ Key specifications and performance numbers 🌊 Why she’s considered one of the best bluewater cruising sailboats 🔧 Common issues to check before buying (like hull blisters and rigging) 💡 What it’s really like to live aboard and sail long passages Whether you’re shopping for your first offshore yacht, planning an ocean crossing, or just love classic sailboat design, the Valiant 40 stands tall as one of the most respected bluewater cruisers of all time. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more deep dives into legendary cruising sailboats and modern offshore designs! 📌 Tags/Keywords (for metadata): Valiant 40 sailboat, Valiant Yachts, Bob Perry sailboat, best bluewater cruiser, offshore sailboat review, Valiant 40 review, bluewater sailing, best cruising sailboats, ocean crossing sailboat, sailboat walkthrough, offshore cruiser 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/