Cruising yacht explained
A cruising yacht is a sailing or motor yacht that is suitable for long-distance travel and offers enough amenities to live aboard the boat, yet is small enough to not require a professional crew. A yacht that would require a professional crew enters the category of superyacht.
Sail
Sailing cruising yachts are designed for multi-day voyages with the capacity for overnight passage making. Their range and endurance relies primarily on sail power and the storage of provisions for the crew.[1] [2] [3] [4]
Power
Power cruising yachts are designed for multi-day voyages with the capacity for overnight passage making. Their range and endurance relies primarily on fuel supply and the storage of provisions for the crew.[5] [6]
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Notes and References
- Book: Roberts-Goodson, Bruce. Choosing for Cruising: How to Select and Equip the Perfect Cruising Yacht. registration. 1998. Sheridan House, Inc.. 978-1-57409-037-6. en.
- Book: Pinney, Tor.. Ready for sea! : how to outfit the modern cruising sailboat and prepare your vessel and yourself for extended passage-making and living aboard. 2002. Sheridan House. 1-57409-144-1. Dobbs Ferry, NY. 48500955.
- Book: Vigor, John.. The seaworthy offshore sailboat : a guide to essential features, gear, and handling. 1999. International Marine. 0-07-134328-8. Camden, Me. 40417739.
- Book: Hiscock, Eric C. (Eric Charles), 1908-. Cruising under sail : incorporating Voyaging under sail. 1991. Adlard Coles Nautical. 0-7136-3564-9. 3rd. London. 221580508.
- Book: Claiborne, Young. Power Cruising: The Complete Guide to Selecting, Outfitting, and Maintaining Your Power Boat. 1999. Pelican Publishing. 978-1-4556-1064-8. en.
- Book: Pike, Dag. Dag Pike's Cruising Under Power: The Practicalities of Cruising. 2012-04-23. A&C Black. 978-1-4081-5932-3. en.
