The Best Used Boat Notebook ─ From the pages of Sailing Magazine, a new collection of detailed reviews of 40 used boats plus a look at 10 great used boats to sail around the world

With the used boat market growing and becoming more complex, here is the new book that used boat buyers have been waiting for. John Kretschmer's Used Boat Notebook has been one of the most popular features in Sailing Magazine. Each month Kretschmer provides a hard hitting, detailed review of a well-known boat. From trailer sailers like the Compac 23, to coastal cruisers like the Freedom 32, to blue water classics like the Pacific Seacraft 37, The Best Used Boat Notebook covers a fascinating spectrum of boats. These thoroughly researched reviews include owner insights, a guide to common problems and suggestions on where to find parts, advice and support. Kretschmer's lively writing style and unique perspective is based on 250,000 miles of offshore sailing experience. In fact, Kretschmer has sailed over 50 different boats at least 1,000 miles or more. Current market pricing and availability information along with an innovative 'value guide' help readers evaluate each of the forty boats profiled.In addition, 'ten great and affordable used boats to sail around the world' features quality boats like the Hallberg Rassy 352 that prospective world cruisers should seriously consider. The boats are selected for their seaworthiness and their value in the market place. You can find affordable boats for world cruising with the aid of this book. While there are plenty of good books that offer general information and what to look for in an offshore boat, this book focuses on the specifics.

John Kretschmer, a professional delivery skipper, has sailed over 250,000 bluewater miles. He is a regular contributor to Sailing Magazine, Cruising World and the Miami Herald. He is the author of Flirting With Mermaids and Used Boat Notebook, both published by Sheridan House. He lives in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.