#sailing debate

Are old wooden boats overrated and high-maintenance boat porn, or is fiberglass killing everything special about sailing?

Should motor sailors be stripped of the “sailor” title and just admit they drive powerboats?

Are single-handed ocean crossings reckless bravado or the ultimate test of skill?

Are modern fiberglass yachts killing the soul of sailing, or is wooden boat nostalgia just snobbery?

Are modern sailing instruments making us worse sailors than a 1970s cruisers with just a compass?

Is electric sailing actually greener, or just a greenwashed status symbol for wealthy weekenders?

Is furling a mainsail acceptable on any boat over 40 feet, or does it prove you care more about comfort than sail shape and performance?

Should sailing skills matter more than gear, or is buying the best boat actually winning?