Estelle Cockcroft

Estelle Cockcroft is a seasoned sailor, catamaran expert, and co-founder of Catamaran Guru. With over 70,000 NM sailed and 30+ years aboard, she empowers new cruisers with expert advice on liveaboard life, yacht ownership, and ocean adventures.

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Tariff Reduction on European Boats: What U.S. Buyers Need to Know in 2026

If you’re considering a European-built catamaran or power cat, there’s a new development that could significantly impact your purchase. The U.S. import tariff has been reduced from 15% to 10%, and in some cases, buyers who paid the higher rate may be eligible for a refund. This is not just industry noise. It’s a meaningful

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Boat Fire Safety: Causes, Prevention & What To Do

A fire aboard a boat is one of the most dangerous emergencies at sea. Fires can spread rapidly due to fuel, electrical systems, and confined spaces, leaving little time to react. Understanding the most common causes of boat fires and how to prevent them is essential for anyone cruising, living aboard, or operating a vessel.

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Yacht Manufacturer Bankruptcies: What Today’s Market Means for Buyers and How to Protect Yourself

The conversation around yacht manufacturer bankruptcies is no longer hypothetical. It’s happening in real time, and it’s something every buyer should be paying attention to. With shifts in global demand, rising production costs, and changing market conditions, we’re seeing increased pressure across parts of the marine industry. While many established builders remain strong, recent bankruptcies

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Women in Sailing History: Female Sailors Who Changed the Sport

The history of sailing is filled with stories of courage, exploration, and determination. While the ocean has often been seen as a world dominated by men, women have played a powerful role in shaping the sport and lifestyle we know today. From pioneering explorers to record-breaking offshore racers, female sailors have continually pushed the boundaries

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GranOcean W-72 Palm Beach Boat Show Debut

RSVP Why own one waterfront address… when you can own every waterfront? Making Her Palm Beach Debut The W-72 was designed around livable space and long-range capability Penthouse-level volume in a 72-foot platform Multihull stability for true “apartment-like” comfort Expansive flybridge functioning as a rooftop terrace Seamless indoor-outdoor flow It delivers the presence of a

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Miami International Boat Show – 2026

RSVP The Glamour of Miami Awaits—Come See the Hottest Cats on the Water. Experience the Ultimate Boaters Destination with The Most Trusted Catamaran Advisors There’s no place like the Miami Boat Show—where world-class yachts and South Florida energy come together. This year, we’re bringing our independent expertise to help you compare models, explore charter management,

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Inside the W-72 & W-60 Engine Rooms: Thoughtful Design, Better Access, and Smarter Systems

One of the most overlooked indicators of yacht quality isn’t visible from the helm, the salon, or the flybridge—it’s below deck, in the engine room. On both the GrandOcean W-72 Power Catamaran and W-60 Power Catamaran, the engineering and layout tell a clear story: these yachts were designed by people who understand real-world maintenance, reliability,

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Bali Catamarans’ Solid Foredeck: A Game-Changing Innovation, Not a Compromise

Few design features in modern catamarans have sparked as much discussion as Bali Catamarans’ solid forward deck. When Bali first replaced the traditional trampoline with a rigid foredeck, it challenged decades of accepted multihull design. The result? Strong opinions, lively debate — and ultimately, a fundamental shift in how cruising catamarans are conceived. So is

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Introducing the Catana OC²: A Refined, Evolved, Owner-Led Ocean Class

Catana has unveiled the OC² (Ocean Class²) — the next evolution of its acclaimed Ocean Class performance catamaran line. While the original OC set a benchmark for offshore capability, balance, and comfort, the OC² represents the natural continuation of that heritage: a thoughtfully evolved, owner-informed edition shaped by thousands of real sailing miles and continuous

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What Actually Sold: 2025 Used Sail & Power Catamaran Market Insights

Catamaran Guru is very active in the sale of both power and sailing catamarans. While our team specializes in larger yachts, including transactions involving tax-advantaged charter programs, the data clearly illustrates where the strongest market demand and transaction volume truly reside. An analysis of 2025 used catamaran sales across the U.S. and Caribbean—covering both sail and power

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