Top Bluewater Cruising Sailboats Revealed

By Matt Claiborne

What Does Bluewater Sailboat Mean?

“Bluewater” refers to that mythical color that the ocean takes on when you are far offshore.

For every sort of bluewater expedition that you could dream up, you can find a type of sailboat that was built to do it.

Criteria for Picking Your Bluewater Boat

Criteria for Picking Your Bluewater Boat

01.

Strong Construction

02.

Carries Sufficient Power, Water, Fuel, and Food

03.

Hull Shape and Design

04.

Comfort Ratio and Ride Quality

05.

Flexible Sailplan for All Types of Weather

06.

Handholds and Safe Decks

Criteria for Picking Your Bluewater Boat

10 Best Offshore Bluewater Sailboats

1. Tayana 37 2. Pacific Seacraft/Crealock 37/40/44 3. Baba/Tashiba/Panda 40 4. Valiant 40/42/47/50 5. Norseman 447

1. Passport 40 2. Hylas 44 3. Hallberg-Rassy 42/44 4. Amel Super Maramu 5. Cabo Rico 38/42