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Your First Sailboat - How to Buy a Good Cheap Small Sailboat

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๐Ÿšค Ready to buy your first sailboat but not sure where to start? In this video, we walk you through how to buy a small sailboat โ€” from trailerable dinghies like the Sunfish and Laser, to beginner-friendly cruisers like the Catalina 22 and West Wight Potter 19. Weโ€™ll cover: โœ… What makes a great first boat โœ… Which sailboats are best for beginners โœ… What to avoid (seriously โ€” donโ€™t buy a โ€œfreeโ€ project boat) โœ… Where to find affordable sailboats near you โ€” Facebook, Craigslist, YachtWorld, and more โœ… Real-world advice from a first-time buyer Whether you're sailing solo on a lake or looking for a small family cruiser, this guide will help you get started with confidence โ€” and without draining your wallet. ๐Ÿงญ Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:30 Where to start 00:44 What is a beginner sailboat 02:43 What to avoid 04:33 Where to find good sailboats 15:04 Final thoughts Credits: @MydealersCa @LaserPerformanceSailboats @nlightnmedia3129 @mcschrage @Angryramz @yachtworks370 @talbot3178W @davidhuval @SailingPuffin @UK-Sailmakers-International @sailingthanksdad @karlsawesomeadventures9608 @gregorykelley5091 @brucedyson-smith459 @Sunfishworlds @geneneill530 @Alvarada @MojoYachting โš“ Drop a comment below with the boat you're looking at or already own โ€” and subscribe if you're into old boats, small boats, and Great Lakes sailing. ๐Ÿ“ฒ Follow us for more: Instagram โ†’ https://www.instagram.com/oldboatsailor/ Facebook โ†’ https://www.facebook.com/oldboatsailor

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