Coboaters is a sailing community aiming to bring boaters together and offer new opportunities on the water – but there’s so much more to it! It was launched in Jan2021 with the unique goal of connecting boating enthusiasts together. Boat owners share their boats and crew share their time and talents. Together they sail more and better.
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One of the best way to answer these questions is to ask people, experienced sailors or beginners what they think about a crew finder? We put together here below some testimonials and interviews of Coboaters members. They explain how they found crew or boats within the sailing community.
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Ladies’ Cup Regatta at RIYC Every year in June, you can join the Ladies’ Cup Regatta at RIYC – Rhode Island Yacht Club in the upper Narragansett Bay. 2023 marked the 16th running of the Ladies’s Cup Regatta. The race goal is to celebrate the competitive spirit of female sailors on Narragansett Bay and has […]
June 15, 2023
What are the 12 best ways to find someone to sail with? There are hundreds of thousands of sailors in the world. How many of them have their own boats? It is very hard to find out the exact number but what we know is that there are a lot of sailors without boats. The […]
May 31, 2023
Understand which website is best for you to find a crew for you next sailing experience is not easy. There are numerous crew finder possibilities. This article will help you compare the most popular ones in North America. Why Crew Finder websites are so useful in US and Canada? There is a common belief that […]
May 24, 2023
Most skippers experienced challenges to find the right crew, and this article is a selection of the 11 Tips for skippers to find right crew. Best practices and advice collected while talking to boat owners and skippers in North America, Canada and even worldwide. The 11 Tips for skippers to find crew: Plan in advance […]
May 16, 2023
What is the Ocean Race? The Ocean Race is a sailing race around the world. The Ocean Race 2023 is the 14th edition of the race, covers approximately 38,000 nautical miles and takes the teams to some of the most challenging and remote locations on the planet. What are the 7 legs for the 2023 […]
May 15, 2023
If you have been sailing with for a while, this information will not surprise you: A lot of sailors are female sailors. But why? 40% of Coboaters are female sailors Sailing is a popular recreational activity in North America, enjoyed by people of all genders and origin. there is absolutely no discrimination. We welcome everyone […]
May 10, 2023
Why would sailboat owners and skippers need crew? You would think that they already have enough friends or family to sail with but it often not the case. A lot of boat owners need crew and they do have good reasons and specific needs. 7 good reasons why sailboat owners look for crew : Sailboat […]
May 7, 2023
March 25, 2023 Waltham, MA A symposium for the three three odd-year ocean races in the northeastern United States For the first time ever, a unique program jointly put together by the Marion-Bermuda race to provide a full day of information for sailors, crew and skippers. There are three main Ocean races in the Northeastern […]
March 17, 2023
Why is the Connecticut Spring Boat Show unique? The Connecticut Spring Boat Show is traditionally the first in-water boat show of the year in New England. In 2024, it will take place from Friday, April 26 to Sunday, April 28 . In 2024, this is the 9th edition of the CT Spring Boat Show. The […]
March 4, 2023
The best solution to sail more and enhance your sailing experiences is to join a crew finder club like Coboaters. These clubs provide an ideal platform to connect with like-minded sailing enthusiasts and experienced crew members. By joining such a club, you can access a diverse range of sailing opportunities, from casual day trips to adventurous voyages. The networking opportunities and shared knowledge within the club will not only expand your sailing horizons but also foster lasting friendships with fellow sailors. Embrace the spirit of camaraderie and embark on unforgettable sailing journeys with Coboaters.
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