Meet Bob Hoefer
As many of you may know, the YaZu Crew gained a new member in the last year, and what a fantastic addition he has made to our team! We’ve thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Bob over the last year, and we hope you all can have the opportunity to meet him, as well! […]
Surveying the Jeanneau Yacht 51 “Bolero” In Savannah, Georgia
The stunning 2019 Jeanneau Yacht 51, ‘Bolero’ was put under contract while located at Hilton Head Island for the winter. The nearest boatyard that could haul her was Thunderbolt Marine in Savannah, a 26 mile boat ride away, by the shortest (circuitous) route. Owner, Chris set out with Jon and Anne as crew on a […]
A Tale of Expecting The Unexpected
Written by Rob Carter In the early 1990’s, I bought an old Columbia 24 sailboat with an Atomic 4 gasoline engine. I kept the boat at a private pier on Town Creek off the Corrotoman River and sailed mostly in the Rappahannock River with my wife Terry and our Golden Retriever Ginger. After […]
The Traveling Yacht Brokers: Ibiza
As many of you know from following along on our adventures, we recently made a trip to Ibiza, Spain to inspect & survey a 2015 Oyster 575 named “African Starling”. The Sailing Yacht caught our buyer’s eye with its outstanding sailing capabilities, luxurious living space, and stunning aesthetics. Let’s just say she made […]
Finding Your Best Boat: Things To Consider
The boat-buying process is a minefield. There is much to consider and so much to learn, especially if you are a first-time boat buyer. We have put together a few suggestions about what you should think about as you embark on the journey. *YaZu Tip #1* When buying your boat, consider the 80/20 Rule. How […]
Changing Tides: From Sail to Power
Written by Sue Hichens (Former Owner of Annapolis Yacht Sales) When we returned to Annapolis in 2019 after our last 6 month trip to the Bahamas, we decided to sell our much-loved Beneteau 423 as we weren’t sure we would be doing another long trip; we had the Harbor 20 to sail, and […]
Jon’s Trans Atlantic Connections and Co-incidences: Part One
When I was in the South African Navy, drafted for compulsory national service, I was chosen as a member of the crew of the Navy entry, Voortrekker, in the first Cape Town to Uruguay Yacht Race. The race started in January 1979 with a blustery Cape south-easterly wind hurling the 30 entries out of Table […]
YaZu Yachting’s September Recap
Another month is in the books, here at YaZu! 3 offers, 5 surveys conducted, 5 NEW listings, and 10 CLOSINGS, including a 2016 Beneteau Oceanis 48, a 2005 Fiesta Vee 360, a 2012 Corsair Marine Trimaran, a 1990 Beneteau Moorings 38, a 1988 Privilege Catamaran, and a 1997 Catalina 42 MKII! A big congrats to […]
YaZu Boat Show Guide
The US Sailboat Show & US Powerboat Show in Annapolis are perfect opportunities to review all of the latest and greatest that the yachting world has to offer. All of the major production manufacturers and gear manufacturers are represented at these annual boat shows. First, here are some #PROTIPS from YaZu’s own experiences […]
YaZu Yachting’s August Recap
What a fantastic month we have had at YaZu! 5 Boats went under contract, 7 surveys conducted, 4 NEW listings and 5 closings, including a 2014 Hunter e33, a 2003 Beneteau 393, a 2000 Catalina 36 MK II, a 2004 Beneteau 473, and a 1998 Grand Banks 46! So as you can see, there are […]