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What is the Best Boat for the Great Loop? Marty Loftus' Recommendations
We're checking in again with DWY broker and lifelong boater Marty Loftus, who is on an ongoing Great Loop adventure with his wife aboard their 43' Marine Trader, NIL CAILTTE. We previously talked to Marty about planning for and beginning his Loop (read that post here), but in this post, we're diving deeper into what Marty thinks makes a great boat for the Great Loop, ...
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August 08, 2023
Are Two Hulls Better Than One? Catamaran Buying Tips with Ritchard Findlay
If you've been following recent David Walters Yachts company news, you probably heard about our latest office that just opened in the Caribbean, run by David Walters Yachts broker and our resident ...
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Cruising the Great Lakes with Ted Lockwood Part II
We're back with Part II of Cruising the Great Lakes with Ted Lockwood, David Walters Yachts broker, lifelong sailor, and native Michigander. We are so grateful that Ted is generously sharing his vast ...
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Picking Power: Cruising the Great Loop on a Motor Yacht
Last year, David Walters Yachts broker Marty Loftus and his wife purchased a 43' Marine Trader in St. Augustine, FL and dubbed it NIL CAILTTE. The name means "not lost" in Gaelic and is a reference ...
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Cruising The Great Lakes With Ted Lockwood Part I
If you've yet to experience cruising on the Great Lakes, go ahead and add this adventure to your bucket list. We sat down with one of the newest brokers to join our David Walters Yachts crew, Ted ...
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Expert Tips on Prepping for Passagemaking from Rich Hoyer
As a lifelong sailor, Rich Hoyer has a deep well of experience in all kinds of sailing, but one of his greatest passions is passagemaking. In 2014, he began a blog to chronicle a multi-year cruise he ...
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Introducing the Italia Yachts IY43 Veloce
Italia Yachts takes another exciting step forward in the brand's evolution with the unveiling of the bold new Italia Yachts IY43 Veloce at this year's Miami International Boat Show. This latest ...
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Tips from a Marine Surveyor: Avoid These Yacht-Buying Pitfalls
Career marine surveyor Tarn Kelsey wants you to know that marine surveys are a lot more than just a required step in the yacht-buying process: they're an opportunity. Purchasing a yacht is an ...
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Trying to Reason with Hurricane Season: Yacht Insurance and Prepping for Storms
Blame it on the weatherman: it can be a yacht owner's worst nightmare when a storm on the sea picks up speed and a name and heads straight for your boat's harbor. Yacht ownership comes with a lot of ...
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Josh McLean - 2023 Boating Industry 40 Under 40 Honoree
We are proud to announce that Josh McLean, President of David Walters Yachts, has been selected for the seventh annual 40 Under 40 Boating Industry Awards. Out of hundreds of nominations, Josh was ...
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Freedom 45 - Buyer C.Ogden
Marty was excellent, enjoyed time with him and he was spot on with all his estimations and advice.
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June 14, 2023
Italia Yachts 11.98 - Buyer T.Eslinger
In addition to being very responsive to questions, Erik is very knowledgeable on both the product, sailboats and sailboat racing.
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Hylas 45.5 - Seller S.Pineault
I selected Drew because he was the broker who sold another Hylas 45.5 and because he was located near my boat. Within a few days I realized I had chosen the right person to assist me in selling my ...
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Italia Yachts 9.98 - Buyer C.Stormes
Erik was excellent to work with. From our first conversation throughout the process to close, Erik was available, conscientious, and knowledgeable. He couldn't have been more helpful in answering my ...
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Jeff and Shelby Fautt - Owners of Jeanneau 409
We bought our first sale boat from John. We had only sailed a few times and fell in love with being on the water. We test drove many boats but John helped us select the right size for us and our ...
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Jim & Heather Barrett - Buyers of Valiant 42
I wanted to recognize the outstanding service that Bernie Jakits provided (and still is providing). The term “service” doesn’t justify or explain how Bernie engages with us. From the first moment we ...
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Joshua from Annapolis - Buyer of Catalina 42
John helped me realize what I most needed in a yacht and gave quality advice through the entire purchasing process. I'd work with him again and have recommended him to my friends.
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Paul March - Seller of Silverton 40
In the past I have dealt with bad brokers. People who missed appointments, lied, etc. John is a real gem. Honest, friendly and a great source of knowledge.
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Don Ellis - Owner of Jeanneau 391
I met John Kuony in 2007 in San Francisco as I started my search for my first sailboat. I knew nothing other than the basics learned in 3 sailing certifications at a local sailing school. I feel ...
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Jeff Sherwood seller of Hylas 54 "Sirius"
Erik was very knowledgeable and objective about the issues related to selling our boat. From our first exposure to him, he identified needs in a very professional manner and maintained that manner ...
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