Gusty wrote...
I've just visited the Boston Boat Show and i'd like to people's input
regarding the comparison of these two boats.

I assume you mean the Island Packet 350 and the Sabre 386, or are you talking about older boats?



Eric wrote:

Wow, that would be like comparing apples and oranges but both are well
made - what kind of sailing are you intending to do? What are your
priorities? Where do you intend to sail?

These two boats are very different. The IP 350 is basically a motorsailer. An older Island Packet would
be an acceptable passagemaker but IMHO the newer ones have added many dockside amenities and have very
impractical & uncomfortable deck layouts for working & handling the boat.

The Sabre is a great boat. Not as much of a passagemaker but if you want to sail for enjoyment of
sailing, the Sabre is a much better choice.. Under most conditions it will sail rings around the IP.
"Apples & oranges" is a bit of an understatement in trying to compare these two boats.

They are both high-dollar boats with good reputations for quality.

Fresh Breezes- Doug King