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The aft main salon blends interior and exterior living areas with a Winter garden for all-weather use while offering a greater connection with the ambient surroundings. Within this space, there is a sofa with chaise-lounge and armchairs around a coffee table as well as a bar.

Another alfresco lounge is placed near the stern and provides one long sofa and a pair of sofas opposite that are separated by two coffee tables between the gap.

For guests looking to dine alfresco in style, the partially-shaded upper deck has a grand table able to seat up to 14 guests. After a sumptuous meal, there are two double-sized sun pads in the shade and an oversized sun pad integrated into the starboard-side of the stern, with a plush lounge opposite where guests can unwind with drinks and watch the sunset.

The bridge deck aft is an ideal relaxation space and comes fitted with a large raised Jacuzzi in the shade and two large sun pads, plus a bar. The touch-n-go helipad can be used as an additional sunbathing area for sun loungers.

The upper deck belongs to the Master suite and is laid out with sun pads, seating and a Bisazza mosaic tiled glass-walled Jacuzzi.

Above, the sundeck forward has a generous sun pad section as well as two L-shaped sofas to the aft which takes in uninterrupted views.

For guests arriving by tender, the beach club is likely to be the first guest space on board that they encounter. A large swim platform leads to a beach club with a bar and the salon is classically styled using a contemporary layout and materials to make the perfect environment for parties and celebrating special occasions.

The beach club layout contains sofas, a bar, TV and an oversized glass-walled gym created by Technogym that benefits from a fold-out terrace for fresh air and cool sea breezes. On either side of the staircases that link to the main deck aft, there is a port sauna and a starboard hammam with a cold-shower that reaches down to 5°C, and both areas have a private sea terrace.

Forward is the tender garage with side-loading hatches, then the engine room and towards the bow is the galley, crew mess and crew quarters.

The under-lower deck hosts a number of essential amenities including a laundry room, pump room, storage (including for additional water toys), additional fridge and freezer, garbage treatment plant, technical spaces and access to the split-level engine room. The main deck hosts the majority of the guest accommodation, including a VIP stateroom in the bow, two twin cabins convertible to doubles and two double cabins, all of which have en-suite facilities and massive windows for comfortable and naturally lit environments. The main foyer takes up the central deck area and a lift (elevator) connects the decks.

Behind the foyer, the formal dining area seats up to 14 guests in spacious surroundings where columns in light wood panelling and original artwork give the area a unique quality which separates it from the aft salon while sharing the same open-plan space. The salon itself uses neutral tones and burnished and smooth metals to play with the natural light coming in through the expansive windows running the length of the room. The sofas and other seating in the main salon and throughout M/Y SOLO is of the highest quality and comes from Fendi Casa.

On the upper deck, the full-beam Master suite takes up the front section of the layout and contains a private studio/media room, walk-in wardrobe and massive en-suite bathroom. The island bed receives 180° views from forwar floor-to-ceiling windows. The bow is a private outdoor space for the occupants of the Master suite to use and contains seating, sun pads and a Bisazza mosaic tiled glass-walled Jacuzzi.

Behind the Master suite the expansive sky lounge is designed for entertaining large numbers of guests and there are two L-shaped sofas plus armchairs and tables for resting drinks from the forward bar. There are two games tables to add to the entertainment options.

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On the bridge deck the forward area contains the helm and aft there is an observation lounge with almost full-height windows furnished with a 90” 4K QLED TV screen, baby grand piano, bar and ethanol encapsulated fireplace for relaxation after a visit to the hair salon and massage room also located on this deck.

A pair of 1.825 kW engines at 1.600 rpm produces a top speed of 17.5 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots. At 16 knots she has a range of 3,000 nautical miles while at an economical 12.5 knots she can reach 6,000 nautical miles.

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The accommodation is designed to sleep a maximum of 12 guests over 6 cabins: 1 Master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 2 double cabins and 2 twin cabins convertible to doubles, all with en-suite facilities. The Master study and hair salon/massage room can be converted into additional cabins as both have en-suite bathrooms.

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Solo is a semi-custom motor yacht launched in 2018 by Tankoa Yachts.

Tankoa Yachts S.p.A. consolidates its market leadership in the industry of luxury mega yachts going from 46 to 86 metre length. Its masterpieces, a reference point in terms of style, reliability, guarantee and prestige, take full advantage of the extensive experience in this field acquired by both its headcount and hired staff, so to attain the ultimate expression of the “Made in Italy”.

Solo measures 72.00 metres in length, with a max draft of 3.4 feet and a beam of 11.6 feet. She has a gross tonnage of 1,600 tonnes.

Solo has a steel hull.

Solo also features naval architecture by Studio Ruggiero.

Solo is a semi-custom S701 model.

Tankoa S701 is an open space designed t o fit all the Owner’s desires.

Performance and Capabilities

Solo has a top speed of 17.50 knots and a cruising speed of 15.00 knots. She is powered by 2 3508b diesel engines .

Accommodation

Solo accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. She also houses room for up to 18 crew members.

She is also fitted with a jacuzzi (on deck).

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From her refined interior and alluring outdoor living areas to her phenomenal chef and outstanding crew, every aspect of the 236-foot (72m) superyacht SOLO exudes an unrivaled luxury.

Designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design in collaboration with Margherita Casprini, SOLO’s interior is contemporary with a timeless air. Her spacious main and upper salons provide the perfect spots for charter guests to socialize and relax with large plush seating areas and an inviting ambiance — her upper salon also offers a dazzling baby grand piano and numerous entertainment options.

Superyacht SOLO’s six striking staterooms accommodate 12 guests in the utmost luxury. Her spacious master suite is a private oasis offering sweeping 180-degree views of the destination while lying in the king-size bed; this space also has a private terrace complete with sunpads and a Jacuzzi that offers 360-degree views. The charter yacht’s additional staterooms include a spacious VIP, two doubles and two twins — the two twin-bed staterooms convert into double-beds allowing for guest flexibility.

SOLO’s main living spaces seamlessly flow from interior to deck, creating a harmonious layout for charter guests to enjoy.

The luxury superyacht boasts captivating outdoor living areas that allow charter guests to fully relish the alfresco lifestyle. SOLO’s sundeck offers guests 360-degree views of their destination while they become sun-kissed lounging on the sunpads and sofas. On the skylounge aft, guests can take a dip in the inviting swimming pool and dance the night away on their own private dance floor, which converts to a touch-and-go helipad. Superyacht SOLO also offers several options for dining including all-weather alfresco table on the upper deck aft.

Charter guests will love SOLO’s outstanding oversized beach club — which is ideal for unwinding. At nearly water level, it offers outstanding views and is complete with a lounge and bar as well as a sauna, hamman and a gym/massage room with a foldout balcony— for ultimate relaxation.

*Charter is only offered in the Caribbean and Mediterranean and not in U.S. waters.

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The 236.22ft /72m motor yacht, custom built in 2018 by Tankoa Yachts and designed by Francesco Paszkowski.

Solo’s interior layout sleeps up to 12 guests in 6 rooms, including a master suite, 1 VIP stateroom, 2 double cabins and 2 twin cabins. She is also capable of carrying up to 18 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht experience. Timeless styling, beautiful furnishings and sumptuous seating feature throughout to create an elegant and comfortable atmosphere.

With a cruising speed of 15 knots, a maximum speed of 17.5 knots and a range of 6,000nm from her 162,000 fuel tanks, she is the perfect combination of performance and luxury.

Beach Club, Dance Floor, Sauna, Swimming Pool, Helipad (Touch-n-go), Turkish Bath, Massage Room, Tender Garage, Air Conditioning, Deck Jacuzzi, Gym/exercise equipment, Stabilisers underway, Stabilizers at Anchor, WiFi connection on board

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SOLO Yacht – Seaworthy $70M Superyacht

Built by Italian shipbuilders Tankoa, SOLO yacht was delivered in 2018. The exterior and interior were designed by Francesco Paskowski, with an interior design collaboration from Margherita Casprini, an Italian interior yacht designer.

The yacht is luxurious, modern, and fitted to make the boat an unforgettable experience on the water with a multitude of impressive features.

SOLO yacht interior

Margherita Casprini and Francesco Paszkowski Design designed the yacht’s luxurious interior to reflect modernity and masculine features.

She can accommodate 12 guests in 6 cabins: a master suite that features a private terrace, two doubles, and two twins.

The crew quarters can sleep 18 crew members. The yacht was designed to be chartered, and the interior design includes large spaces that are multifunctional to accommodate guests enjoying the yacht.

The vessel has some impressive features that include a sky lounge and an aquarium in the main deck living room that is filled with colorful fish.

The aquarium is designed for the water to remain still with the yacht’s movement. The wellness club features a glass-walled gym, a sauna, a hammam spa, and a beauty salon.

There is an infinity pool on the aft deck, and her touch-and-go helipad can be transformed into a dance floor. She also features a beach club that creates a large inside/outside area that doubles as a water sports center with an expansive selection of toys.

The yacht’s exterior was designed by Francesco Paszkowski Design and built by Tankoa Yachts in 2018.

Tankoa Yachts is a yacht builder based in Genova, Italy. The exterior of the SOLO yacht is made with a steel hull, and an aluminum superstructure, and features teak decks.

The exteriors feature underwater lights that illuminate the yacht in the evening.

Specifications

Powered by Caterpillar engines , the SOLO yacht can reach a maximum speed of 18kn. She has a range of more than 5000 nautical miles at her cruising speed of 12kn.

She has a volume of 1541 tons, a beam of 11.6m, a draft of 3.4m, and a length of 72m.

She is fitted with Naiad zero-speed stabilizers to neutralize the yacht’s movement on the water. She has a running cost of $5 – $7 million.

She has a RINA (Registro Italiano Navale) Rina Green Plus Platinum Award classification and a Lloyd’s Classification.

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10 Best Sailboats for Solo Sailing (One Person)

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December 27, 2023

The idea of single-handed sailing or solo sailing appeals to racers and cruisers alike. But what are the best sailboats for solo sailing? Well, let's find out.

Whether you've been thinking of going for a day's sail without assistance or dreaming of a solo passage to Bermuda, the desire and the magic of venturing out alone at the sea is something that any sailor can experience. It doesn't matter if you're cruising or racing, solo sailing, of course, requires you to change your thinking as you'll be solely responsible for the entire operation of the boat. More importantly, choosing a well-founded boat is critical to solo sailing.

When sailing with a crew, things may seem a little easy because you share the responsibilities among the crew and support each other in case of anything. But what happens when you decide to venture out alone or sail single-handedly? Whatever motivates you to go out sailing solo, you should choose a good boat that you can perfectly operate single-handedly.

In this article, we'll highlight 10 best sailboats for solo sailing, their prices, their best rigs, and everything else that you might need to sail them comfortably and safely.

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General Features of Best Sailboats for Solo Sailing

Here are the general features to look for when choosing the best sailboat for solo sailing.

The Availability of Automation Systems

The forces that you sometimes have to deal with when out sailing can be extreme, to say the least. It doesn't matter whether you're sailing solo or with a crew, it's always very important not to underestimate the power of the wind and tide. While you can do a lot on your own, having some automation systems in place is an important feature if you're planning to sail single-handedly. In other words, a good sailboat for solo sailing should have various automation systems to make your work a lot simpler.

So if you're planning to go solo sailing, it would be great to consider a boat with the following systems:

• ‍ Autopilot for steering
• Lines running aft (running to the cockpit)
• Roller furling
• Electric windlass
• Hydraulic bow/stern thrusters with remote

Stability and Ease of Use

Again, the best sailboats for solo sailing are generally not known for their speeds. This is because they typically have wide beams and short waterlines, which are vital in providing stability thereby limiting their speeds. In short, the best sailboats for solo sailing usually sacrifice speed and additional performance for ease of use and stability.

Boat Features

When it comes to the structure of the boat itself, it's important to go for a boat that is close to the water, relatively small when compared to the wave height, and has lighter ballast, especially when compared to the displacement ratio. The idea here is that these features can combine to increase the boat's performance when you're sailing solo.

Additionally, a good solo sailing boat should be designed with a flat profiled aft bottom section. This is to ensure that the boat can come up on a plane when the wind conditions are breezy or marginal.

When it comes to the best sails for solo sailing, you can go for the unique sail design that combines both a Bermuda sail and a gaff sail. This can be essential in giving you a more sail area on a shorter mast than is possible when using either a gaff sail or a Bermuda sail. More importantly, the combination of a gaff sail and a Bermuda sail not only gives you a greater sail area on a shorter and easy to control mast but can also reduce the heeling force that's common in boats with taller and narrower sails.

Still on sails, it makes a lot of sense to choose easily operated sail controls. You certainly want a sail that one person can tuck a reef in quickly and be able to easily adjust the sheets. You should, therefore, prioritize the reefing and sail handling systems.

In terms of rigs, the gaff rig is arguably the best when solo sailing. Although the Bermuda rig is the most common, especially in modern sailboats, you can lose some windward abilities because of its lower aspects. As such, you can choose to use the gaff rig thanks to its ease of use and superior downwind performance.

10 Best Sailboats for Solo Sailing

There are numerous sailboats out there that can be easily and properly handled by a skilled and experienced sailor. To make it a lot easier for you, the following boats are great choices when solo sailing. Whether you're just looking to experience how it feels to solo sail or short-handed, they all offer easy, comfortable, and safe sailing.

Jeanneau Sunfast 3200

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From the outset, it's easy to see that the Jeanneau Sunfast 3200 is designed with offshore short-handed sailing in mind. In addition to being a purist's sailing boat, this boat is a small and light boat that can be easily handled. Even better, it has the stability and strength to handle long passages and that's exactly why it was initially designed with the Trans-Atlantic race in mind.

With this boat, you can easily attain double figures in terms of speed even if you're sailing downwind. In essence, the Sunfast 3200 is designed with some of the latest technology to afford you the best strength-to-weight ratios. It has all the necessary features to allow you to easily adapt it to perform perfectly either as a cruising or racing sailboat. Some of its greatest features include the two double cabins, the chart table, a galley, and a head compartment.

This boat is particularly impressive when sailing off the wind and it's designed to ensure that it's functional and reliable even when solo sailing. This is perhaps because it's designed and set up for racing, so it can be great for you especially if you're looking for a coastal cruiser that can be easily handled.

Using the sloop Marconi can be the best way to go given that this vessel has a keel-stepped mast. Its maximum beam begins at 60% aft of the stem before extending to the transom, which can result in the sled hull being driven by a mainsail-heavy rig. This can then fly the masthead asymmetrical off a short sprit.

Given that the Jeanneau Sunfast 3200 is a very modern boat that's equipped with some of the latest boating technology; it comes with a base price of about $160,000. This is a vessel that's built by one of the world's premier builders and offers an intriguing blend of technology, reliability, functionality, practicality, and performance.

Having been the European Yacht of the Year for 2008, the Sunfast 3200 may just be the godsend boat for your solo sailing dreams.

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If you're looking for a slippery cruiser-racer that's always ready to sail single-handedly, you might perhaps want to take a serious look at the Hanse 371. Introduced in 2003, the Hanse 371 is a mid-sized boat that was designed in a true blend of old and new boating technology. Thanks to its furling and self- tacking jib, the Hanse 371 becomes an instant single-handed sailing vessel that takes much of the strain out of your solo sailing adventures. That's not all; this boat is more popular as a result of its autopilot system. Press a few buttons and you'll be ready to go.

Although it's a little bigger and not one of the smallest boats out there, it can be a great option if you're planning to sail solo but on a vessel that offers a tremendous amount of space. Whether you love a boat with a shallow or deep center of gravity, the Hanse 371 has a commendable large galley and a spacious cabin layout.

Everything about rigging this boat is designed to be easy. Again, the jib on a roller furler is self-tacking. In essence, everything is standard and easy to use, which makes this boat a dream when sailing single-handed.

Already a classic that's known for its stylish interior, timeless look, and ultimate performance, the Hanse 371 is a coveted vessel that may cost you around $60,000.

Hunter Channel 31

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Launched in 2001, the Hunter Channel 31 is structured with a hull and keel design that makes it easy to sail single-handed. This is a British-made vessel that has steadily moved from the racing scene to become a well-respected cruiser, especially among the solo sailing community. Thanks to its faultless handling and impressive turn of speed, the Hunter Channel 31 provides near uncomplicated sailing without losing its impeccable handling features.

Its well-balanced hull shape can either be structured with a low or deep center of gravity. It also has an efficient twin keel to give it more stability, which is perfect for solo sailing. This is, without a doubt, one of the main reasons why Hunter Channel 31 has proved popular among solo sailors trying to sail across narrow channels.

The Hunter Channel 31 is also designed with a great standard deck layout, as well as a non-compulsory self-tacking jib that comes with a single line mainsail reefing. That's not all; the tiller steering is also efficient if you're sailing single-handed as you can steer it with your legs while trimming sails.

It should, therefore, not come as a surprise that owners of the Hunter Channel 31 keep them for a long time, so finding them on the market will be a long shot. But if you're lucky enough to find one, you'll be getting a great vessel that will never let you down if you want to sail solo.

Like many Hunter designs, the Hunter 31 can be fractionally rigged given that it has a relatively large mainsail to give it a more sail area in light winds and a small headsail with a lower sheet load. In other words, you can efficiently and easily reef from the cockpit.

At about $35,000, the Hunter Channel 31 is quite affordable and is a great bargain in its category.

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The J/109 is unquestionably one of the best single-handed or double-handed sailboats that money can buy. Whether you're looking for a coastal cruiser or a long-distance single-handed vessel, the J/109 will rarely disappoint. That's essentially why its single-handed offshore capabilities remain popular with sailors looking to make North Atlantic crossings.

Even though it is widely categorized as a planing sailboat, this vessel is too heavy for simple planing. Instead, this is a superb boat that offers an all-round performance. It doesn't matter whether you're solo sailing or sailing with a crew, its performance is always top-notch.

Thanks to its asymmetric spinnaker, you can easily jib it from the cockpit, especially in light wind. But when the wind is on the north of 20 knots, you can pole out the jib to give you a quick downwind speed. No matter which type of rig you choose to use, the J/109 offers a fair degree of control.

In terms of price, the J/109 is one of the relatively expensive sailboats out there, though this is compensated with the high standard equipment and outstanding quality of construction. For about $58,000, you can get a great boat that offers excellent solo sailing adventures.

West Wight Potter 19

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Designed for safety and easy handling, the West Wight Potter 19 is a great sailboat for solo sailing. Although its name might not be one of the catchiest in the sailing scene, it's been around for over three decades and is steadily becoming a popular pocket cruiser. The original design draws inspiration from the U.K. but is currently built by the International Marine in California.

Over the years, this boat has seen several improvements even though its original look and features still attract a large and dedicated group of followers. This is not only a tough little boat but its hard-chine hull offers incredible stability. This makes it a very easy and ultimately forgiving sailboat. Whether you're looking to sail from California to Hawaii or across the Atlantic, the Potter 19 is outstanding for solo sailing.

This is a Bermuda-rigged sloop. Its sail plan is huge enough to propel the sailboat in various conditions. This makes it a perfect single-handed boat as you can easily set it up or take it down with no special equipment.

This is a remarkably affordable boat. At around $5,000 you can get a superb solo sailing sailboat. But if you want a new Potter 19 with additional features, you could pay about $25,000.

Beneteau 31

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As a small cruiser keelboat, this French-designed boat is primarily built of fiberglass and is perfect if you want a vessel that's great for solo sailing while still offering maximum space for comfort. Its galley is equipped with superb stowage and counter space and even a sit-down navigation station with a small table.

Maneuvering this boat under power is quite easy and is well worth it for any solo sailor who is in the market for a coastal cruiser.

It has a fractional sloop rig, which makes in-mast furling a great option. This makes it easy to handle but also powerful in light winds. If you're sailing the boat off the wind, bow pulpit and an optional asymmetric cruising chute can keep things lively.

The new 31 can cost around $115,000, which is quite expensive but certainly worth it if you want to cruise the world in this French masterpiece.

Catalina 315

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This is a nifty pocket cruiser that raises the quality bar for solo sailors with extreme comfort and performance. With just a 9.45 meter hull, the Catalina 315 has more internal room than most classics and remains superb for solo sailing.

Although it's a much bigger boat, it has little but significant features that make all the difference. For instance, the split backstays are great for balance and functionality. This is one of the main reasons why it won the Cruising World's 2013 Boat of the Year Best Inshore Cruiser award.

With a masthead sloop, rigging the Catalina 315 is a lot easier as it is equipped with both an in-mast roller furling mainsail and a roller furling genoa.

Even though the Catalina 315 will exceed your expectations when sailing solo, it's a high-end sailboat that will cost you north of $175,000. But if that seems expensive, you can look for a used model, which will cost you slightly lower.

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A boat that has become a staple in the Olympics Games, the Laser may be simple and small but a real-go to boat if you want a vessel that will rarely let you down for your solo sailing escapades. As one of the world's most popular single-handed sailboats, its main feature is its sheer simplicity. This might not be the best boat for you if you love those fussy, big boats. But if you're looking for an amazing boat with a two-part free-standing mast and a sleeved sail, the Laser should be on top of your list.

The fact that it has a lightweight hull and is easy to rig makes it one of the most popular racing sailboats in the world with over 200,000 boats in over 140 countries. This is undoubtedly a perfect boat that's specifically designed for solo sailing.

This boat can be rigged using various rigs, so you should go with whatever works for you. We, however, prefer cat rigging the boat since it has no headsail and only has one mainsail. This is a boat that is designed for speed, particularly in high winds. It's also easy to set up, which makes it a marvelous option for solo sailing.

For around $7,000, this is probably one of the most affordable solo sailing sailboats you could ever get your hands on. You should, however, keep in mind that its price may widely vary depending on their availability in your area.

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A real classically-styled sailboat, the Rhodes 19 is an ideal family daysailer that can be perfect for you if you're a spirited solo sailor. Whether you're planning to sail in heavy weather or fast, the Rhodes 19 is designed with a forgiving hull and is an accomplished heavy-weather performer. For over 5 decades, and with more than 3,500 boats built, this sailboat has proven time and time again that it has the characters for both beginners and experienced sailors.

With a low center of gravity, this boat remains a classic beauty that's very fast, easy to trailer, and will get many compliments whenever you're solo sailing. No wonder it is still actively raced throughout the United States.

A simple sprit rig can work greatly on this boat but you can also consider Bermuda-Rigged sloop, which is efficient in propelling the boat in various wind conditions.

Its price may vary depending on your location but something around $20,000 will get you a sailboat that's still in tip-top condition.

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If like most Americans, you have a soft spot for finely engineered German automobiles, the Dehler 29 can be a great option for your solo sailing escapades. Even though the Dehler 29 hasn't attracted a huge following in the American shores, it remains an excellently-structured German sailboat, especially for sailors looking for a stable, agile, adaptable, and comfortable sailboat.

Whether you enjoy a smooth and solo cruise on a breezy afternoon or is energized by speed, the Dehler 29 is one of the most adaptable sailboats. This is certainly why it has received numerous accolades in the boating scene including the 1998 Cruising World Magazine Boat of the Year, as well as Sailing World Boat of the Year award.

Given that it's a single-handed sailboat, you can tiller steer it and cat rig it with ease to give you easy maneuverability, confidence, and absolute versatility.

With powerful dynamics and maximum safety, the Dehler 29 is one of the best German-produced sailboats that will set you back around $55,000.

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Max Campbell explains how his dream of sailing solo across the Atlantic almost became a nightmare

Flying Cloud is hardly the ideal yacht for sailing across the Atlantic

Having graduated from university, we had no commitments to work or education, and the freedom was overwhelming. And what better way to travel than a small sailing boat? We were transients, able to make a home wherever we dropped anchor – ever sure of a warm bed and a hot meal.

Our arrival in France was a novel occurrence, for both us and the people we met. With every stop, people were taken aback at the sight of two Cornish boys in a tiny wooden boat.

Max and Harry aboard Flying Cloud in northern Spain

We headed south down the Atlantic coast and by September, we were cruising west along the rugged, green and foggy northern coast of Spain. We were welcomed in the smallest fishing harbours, our long mooring lines fixed to the tall granite harbour walls. The friendly harbour authorities would come by and ask for nothing more than our names, then invite us to make use of the facilities and stop for a drink at the local Club Nautico.

In Portugal, the lush scenery was replaced with a flat, arid landscape. Brightly painted houses lay behind rocky cliffs and long sandy beaches. We poled out the jib and embraced the Portuguese tradewinds, goose-winging our way to Lisbon. Here we made friends not with the locals, but with a motley group of single-handed yachtsmen, who were all, like us, bound for the Caribbean for the winter. We were living the same dream – and we were doing it on a shoestring.

Then Harry jumped ship and joined up with a girl who had a van. In Lisbon he moved his possessions from Flying Cloud ’s modest saloon into his new lover’s comparatively spacious 1997 Vauxhall Arena. It was an emotional goodbye, and initially I felt lonely and slightly dispirited at the thought of no longer having my best friend around to share conversation and boost morale. Also, on a practical level, it meant I would be unable to leave the helm when underway. So Harry was replaced with a bungee attached to the tiller – the ultimate short-term self-steering system.

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‘Did you sail that thing here?’ – solo across the Atlantic in a Folkboat

It’s a funny thing, the further I sailed away from northern Europe, the more attention my boat attracted in marinas…

Unfinished business: Sailing back across the Atlantic in a 22ft sloop

This is part two of Max Campbell’s account of sailing solo across the Atlantic – make sure to read part…

My inspiration to continue sailing came from Flying Cloud ’s library, which contained an array of works by influential adventurers: Chris Bonington, Tristan Jones, John Guzzwell, Shane Acton, Yossi Ghinsberg, Laurie Lee, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston and Bernard Moitessier. Dreams of adventure occupied my thoughts; I yearned for adventures of my own.

The imperfect vessel

Flying Cloud is a strong and capable little yacht. Her decks had been sheathed in epoxy, and she had a relatively modern aluminium rig and single cylinder Yanmar engine. But there were still three very important additions I needed to make before sailing across the Atlantic : self-steering; a sprayhood; and drainage in the cockpit.

I had always believed modern sprayhoods looked tacky on classic yachts and for a long time I rejected the idea of getting one. But every time solid water cascaded over the cabin top, which happened quite a lot, a hose-like stream shot down from under the sliding hatch and soaked the inside of the cabin. Keith Buchanan from Rat Island Sailboat Company, based on the Isles of Scilly, put together a canvas sprayhood, which fitted nicely over my sliding hatch.

Plans for the self-steering system aboard Flying Cloud were drawn up by Max and his stepfather, Dave Cockwell, a master shipwright, in Portugal

I also covered the cockpit footwell with plywood and made two drain holes through the transom. It wasn’t totally self-draining, but it was a lot better than before.

Lastly, my stepfather, Dave Cockwell, who happens to be a master shipwright, and I created a series of drawings for a bespoke self-steering system. It was loosely based the design by Blondie Hasler, the man who founded the OSTAR in 1960, where the wind vane turns the trim tab, and the flow of water past the tab causes it to swing in the opposite direction, altering the course of the yacht.

Apart from the wooden vane and nylon bearings, everything was made from stainless steel. There were no wires or lines and no possibility of wear.

The wind vane self-steering and linkage

I sailed round to the Rio Guadiana, the turbid, meandering river that separates the south of Portugal from Spain, and finally finished building the self-steering moored among the community of British expats in between the Spanish village of San Lucar and the Portuguese village of Alcoutim.

I was making plans to leave, when a big low moved over the Algarve bringing three days of torrential rain. The water level quickly rose in the river and the current doubled in strength. One night, a southerly gale blew up in opposition to the river current and Flying Cloud swung around on her anchor chain like a wrecking ball. A big, saturated log, which must have rolled downstream along the river bed, managed to wrap itself three times around my anchor chain.

After a long struggle to free the boat, I motored back down river, weaving my way between extensive bamboo rafts, garden sheds, and bits of homemade pontoon, finally ghosting out from behind the breakwater and back into the comparatively clean and clear sea water of the Algarve.

In a westerly Force 3, I headed south-west and tried the self-steering, watching anxiously as my contraption took command. As Flying Cloud began to head up, the wind vane detected the change in direction and pushed on the trim-tab tiller, which shifted to starboard bringing her back on course. I was ready for the Atlantic.

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