How Steph and Margie Turned a 10-Year Dream Into Life Aboard a Leopard 40
After nearly a decade of planning, Steph and Margie traded life on land for a Leopard 40 named SV Thick Chick. One year later, they had logged more than 5,000 nautical miles, explored the Bahamas, earned sailing certifications, and embraced the liveaboard lifestyle.
Leopard 45 Owner Profile: First He Conquered the World, Now He Sails It
Joshua Mann was the quintessential young man in a hurry. Now he’s ready to slow down, sorta.
Ask a Two-Time Leopard Owner: Jonathan Zuk on Atlantic Crossings, Cruising Preparation, and Choosing Leopard Again
Jonathan Zuk learned to sail in 2016. Since then, he has owned both a Leopard 40 and Leopard 45, sailed more than 30,000 nautical miles, and crossed the Atlantic Ocean three times. In this Ask a Leopard Owner feature, he shares lessons on passage planning, crew selection, offshore cruising, and choosing Leopard again.
The Boating Mom: Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
The last 12 have months have been, among many other things, the year for boating. Many families adopted a new interest in this type of social distancing and it is becoming more popular than ever before– as if it was not popular enough. And in between working from home, home schooling and just the day […]
Meet the Bou Crew Aboard SV Jubilee
Sailing time means family time for this crew. Most of us spend our time daydreaming about selling it all to adapt to life at sea, but rarely does anyone act on those dreams. Unless of course, you are the Bou Crew! Meet this fascinating family of five (plus one canine) who said goodbye to a […]
Going Off the Grid in the Dry Tortugas
Sometimes we need a reality check. Moments that happen when we unplug and forget about the outside world are authentic and unfiltered. How often do you get to enjoy those moments? If you are like most people in the world today, my guess is not nearly enough. If you are looking to unplug for a […]
What It’s Like Being Two-Time Leopard Owners (Leopard 39 to Leopard 45)
What’s it like to own not just one, but two Leopard catamarans?
For Trish and Glen, their journey started with a Leopard 39 and led them back to the brand years later with a new Leopard 45. Their experience offers real insight into what it’s like to upgrade, cruise as a family, and design a boat around how you actually live onboard.
Floating Through the Heart of Florida on a Leopard 53 PC
While the salty sea is what most of us cruisers crave, have you ever considered going off the beaten path and letting your boat experience some freshwater? Look no further than navigating the Okeechobee waterway– the only navigable canal to run from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico.
From California Careers to Life Aboard: How Andy and Maki Built Their Dream on a Leopard 45
After leaving behind demanding careers and years of nonstop work, Andy and Maki traded life on land for a Leopard 45 and a new adventure with their twin boys. In this Ask a Leopard Owner feature, they share how they learned to sail, prepared for life aboard, and built confidence while cruising as a family.
From Zero to Hero: Learning to Liveaboard
The dream comes alive in many ways. For some, it’s a lifelong goal to go cruising. For others, they may find their inspiration living vicariously through sailing vloggers. Then there are those who are always seeking the next adventure. Maybe it wasn’t a lifelong dream, but an accumulation of hard work and planning, with a […]