Starting to look at boats for sale? There are thousands out there, most listed on sites such as YachtWorld.com, SailboatListings.com, Craigslist and more.
There are so many choices, it can be totally overwhelming. How do you wade through them and narrow it down to a manageable number to look at in person?
Listen in as I lay out the method that ensured Dave and I only spent time and money personally viewing strong candidates for “the right boat.”
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Carolyn Shearlock has lived aboard full-time for 17 years, splitting her time between a Tayana 37 monohull and a Gemini 105 catamaran. She’s cruised over 14,000 miles, from Pacific Mexico and Central America to Florida and the Bahamas, gaining firsthand experience with the joys and challenges of life on the water.
Through The Boat Galley, Carolyn has helped thousands of people explore, prepare for, and enjoy life afloat. She shares her expertise as an instructor at Cruisers University, in leading boating publications, and through her bestselling book, The Boat Galley Cookbook. She is passionate about helping others embark on their liveaboard journey—making life on the water simpler, safer, and more enjoyable.
Sheryl Shard says
Can’t wait to tune into your podcasts, Carolyn!
Tom Haupt says
Sailboat Listings.com is the worst…you find a boat you like and go to the description to find it was listed 7 yrs ago.
The Boat Galley says
That’s actually where we found Barefoot Gal, but I did have to wade through a LOT of outdated ads.