#boat building

Does classic boat design actually sail worse than modern production hulls?

Are modern yachts overengineered junk compared to the classics, or is that just gatekeeping nostalgia?

Are foam-core and carbon fiber boats overhyped compared to proven fiberglass classics?

Do fiberglass boats beat wooden ones in every way, or have traditionalists convinced you wood is a “soulful” money pit?

Does fiberglass ruin the authenticity of sailing—is wood the only real way to go?

With supply chain delays, should you build or buy your next boat?

Are wooden boats better for the planet, or just an eco-friendly fantasy that ignores deforestation?

Is carbon fiber worth the environmental cost for serious sailors, or is it just an overpriced flex?