Equipped with living quarters (galley, berths, head) for multi-day trips. This category includes coastal cruisers and heavy-duty Bluewater Cruisers for ocean crossings.

Walk the entire deck to feel for "soft spots," which indicate core rot from water intrusion.

Entry-level cruisers from brands like Beneteau or Jeanneau typically range from $200,000 to $400,000

Larger than dinghies, often with a small cabin, designed for short trips without overnight stays.

Never buy a boat without seeing how it handles under sail and power.

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