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Different boats for different folks

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The different kinds of boats like Hunter 25, Dufour 365, Hallberg-Rassy HR37, Grand Soleil 37 B&C and Island Packet 440, HR 62 and Island Sprit 401are reviewed. The HR 62 is designed for long-distance cruising and comfortable living, Kanter Bougainvillaea 65 designed by Chuck Paine and Associates and built of aluminum by Kanter in Canada and Island Sprit 401 from South Africa is billed as a fast bluewater cruiser for around the world.

Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 2005
United States, Varieties

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Cellular goes to sea

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Charter yachts are beginning to rely on cellular phones for communication, and there is evidence that private sailboats are following their lead. Several systems that would use low-orbit satellites to provide worldwide cellular service have been proposed.

Author: Wideman, Bernard
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1992
Usage, Cellular telephones, Wireless telephones, Telecommunications systems, Yachts and yachting, Yachting, Yachts

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Design for elders

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The Elderyacht 30 is a sailboat designed and equipped for the older sailor. Sailhandling is aided by technology, and the foredeck is accessed through the cockpit. Estimated price is $100,000.

Author: Wideman, Bernard
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Cruising World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0098-3519
Year: 1993
Elderyacht 30 (Boat)

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