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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Many people want to sail away and experience offshore sailing passage. It is not that easy even if you do have a boat. You need people to sail with, good crew and most of the time you want experienced crew. If you do not have a boat you will start to look for an offshore […]
February 8, 2023
Miami International Boat Show, the World largest boat and yacht show The Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show (#DBMIBS) is in fact the result of a merge between Miami International Boat Show and Miami Yacht Show. It is now the largest boat and yacht event in the world. There are two parts, an in-water boat […]
January 23, 2023
How to introduce yourself to other sailors Learning how to introduce yourself to other sailors is the key to succeed and start your next sailing adventure. What are the best practice? Is it easy to talk to other sailors? What to say and when? Sailing skippers are people who plan to have a great time […]
January 11, 2023
Catamaran adventures in Exumas, Bahamas The Exuma Island, Bahamas chain is a frequent destination for many sailors and their crew and for good reason. Catamaran adventures in Exumas are a real great experience. There is something for everyone, from deserted beaches to busy (relatively speaking) settlements where lots of boaters gather. The crown jewel of […]
January 3, 2023
The 7 sailors eco-friendly challenges This article aims to give an idea of the 7 sailors eco-friendly challenges we face to make our cruising and boating more environmentally friendly. Sustainable sailing became so important these past few years that everyone must be aware of those practices. We discuss solutions to those challenges based on experiences […]
December 15, 2022
Many Internet users search for “Coboaters app” . The answer is : there is currently no application for the website www.coboaters.com. But there is a good news, the site is 100% compatible with all smartphones because we invested in an innovative technology called “responsive design”. The Coboaters app: How to get it on smartphone Coboaters […]
November 4, 2022
We all agree that the excitement of sharing time on a boat with new people and strangers is exciting. But is it safe for women to sail with strangers? If the first encounters on a boat between “good guys” are easily done, we regularly respond to crew and skippers and especially sailing women who wonder […]
August 18, 2022
Many captains who want more crew tell us that they are not necessarily looking for experienced crew members, quite the contrary. Why is that? Do you need to be experienced join a sailboat The majority of captains and skippers you will meet on Coboaters or elsewhere are comfortable taking care of their boats by themselves. […]
August 15, 2022
It all started in early May 2022, at Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show. I had the pleasure to meet with Aaron “Ike” Isaacson who introduced me to Sail to Win. The story behind this non-profit organization is so incredible that I want to share it along with my experience of sailing a 12M JI America’s cup […]
June 29, 2022
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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