http://www.ScandinavianCruisers.com/Scandinavian Cruisers BlogScandinavian Cruisers1Last fall we were sailing in Larchmont, NY on a beautiful day. As you can see there was hardly any wind initially but after some searching, we found some wind coming from the opposite direction.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=148Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTJibing in the Scandinavian Cruiser 20http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=149Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTCruising around in the SC20 keelboathttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=150Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTNew School SC20 meets Old School Classic New York 50http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=151Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTSailing the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 single-handed at the Beijing Olympic Rowing Stadium on a sunny autumn day in a light northerly breeze with a few good puffs of wind.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=146Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTThe 20+ knots gusts of wind were sudden and from varying directions because of the land obstacles, so it was impossible to use the spinnaker and the trapeze. Instead it felt like riding a wild horse in the ring.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=147Mon, 11 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTDuring the many boatshows we have been to, we heard mostly two things. People with small boats dreaming about owning large yachts and people who own large yachts wishing they could return to the way sailing was taught to them...sailing small dinghies. Less hassle and more sailing pleasure. When we set out to launch the Scandinavian Cruisers line of boats we envisioned to: "Recapture the Essence of Sailing!".http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=142Sun, 10 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTNis Peter Lorentzen and Tim sailing the keelboat daysailer, The SC20 on the Long Island Sound at the Larchmont Yacht Club. Even though the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 is a very light and nimble boat, she is also a very stable boat because of the deep keel. 50% of the ballast is at the end of the keel, which makes the SC20 unlike any other dinghy you have ever sailed before.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=143Fri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMTHere are some photos of Nis Peter Lorentzen reaching in the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 and in pursuit of the camera boat. As you can see in these photos, Nis is easily sailing the SC20 single-handedly and keeping up with us in the Boston Whaler. On that particular day we had about 8 to 10 knots of wind.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=137Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTThere are a couple of things that make the Scandinavian Cruiser the ideal daysailer to sail single-handedly. Here are some of the key benefits. The SC20: - Is a very stable keel boat - Is light and easy to maneuver - Has a self tacking Jib - Has a furling Gennaker and a furling Jibhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=138Sat, 05 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMTBenefits of a daysailer with a free standing wingmast and a GNAVhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=139Sat, 24 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTSailing has the advantage over many other sports that spectacular "equipment" can potentially add a lot to the public image and media attractiveness of the sport. If we go back to the pre-WWII years of the Olympics, the larger keelboats that were used were Skerry Cruisers/Square Meter Yachts and Meter Yachts. At that time these boats were the most advanced, fastest and beautiful yachts ever produced.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=152Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMTSee here some pictures and video footage of Nis Peter Lorentzen hiking without a harness on the Scandinavian Cruiser 20. All our cruisers come with a telescoping tiller and trapeze lines. Hiking out on a SC20 is not only a lot of fun but also helps to stabilize the boat and increases your speed.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=136Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTThese are pictures from our test sailing session back in November 2010. You may have seen them already on Flickr but until recently we weren't able to share these images on this blog in an easy way. Over the next couple of days we will play catch up and start sharing all the images from the test session back in November of 2010. All the pictures were taken sailing in front of the Larchmont Yacht Club in NY.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=132Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTCongratulations to Enrico and his son! This successful duo has won all 4 regattas that they've entered this year with the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 as their weapon of choice. As you can see in the pictures here there were many different sorts of boats participating in these events. Ranging from Hobie 16's to Lasers and one Scandinavian Cruiser 20.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=144Thu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTIs the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 the perfect daysailer? We'd like to think so. Consider these 10 reasons:http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=130Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTThere is no denying the magic of classic boats. Their elegance and sound sailing characteristics bring about a reassuring message from the past, when craftsmanship was passed on from generation to generation. Until the entry of the modern day Scandinavian Cruiser 20 (SC20), classic boats were considered expensive and laborious, available to only to a niche market that could afford such luxuries. With the sleek lines of a 1930’s classic hull and a touch of a 2.4mR below the waterline, the SC20 brhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=131Tue, 28 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTHere is a sequence of photos of the SC20 sailed single-handedly by Nis Peter Lorentzen. These images give you a good idea of the responsiveness of the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 in a gust of wind. Try to keep the boat level by using the foot straps and hiking out. This will help to stabilize the boat and to keep her level, as a result you will pick up speed quickly. So much so that you can reach planing speeds pretty quickly in the SC20. Even though keel boats are not designed to plane the SC20 hhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=135Sun, 26 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTMax and Nis Peter Lorentzen daysailing the SC20 at the Larchmonth Yacht Clubhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=129Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTOn a beautiful Fall day November 2010, Nis and Lincoln were sailing the Scandinavian Dory 18. The SD18 Is a very versatile boat that is suitable for single-handed or double and sailing as well as single-handed or double and rowing. This particular boat was one of the first three Dories ever built by Scandinavian Cruisers. As you can see by the wrinkles in the mainsail the mast that originally came with this boat was too soft. Shortly after new much stiffer carbon fiber masts were sent out to corhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=134Fri, 24 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMTNot too much - not too little. The SC 20 mainsail now comes with a new batten tension system, and a key. You simply turn the key to apply more or less batten pressure. The more pressure you put on the battens, the more automatic shape you get in the sail, which may help you in light air, but if you put on too much pressure it is much harder to get the sail to change sides when you tack. If you are into windsurfing you know what I am talking about. If the batten pressure is too loose, a batten mahttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=145Fri, 29 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMTA fantastic day out on the water in January 2011. Me (crew) and my sailing coach (helm) putting the foot down on the SC20. Wind from South in the high 20's gusting to low 30s. You can check the yacht in the background with both sails reefed/furled.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=127Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTAnd I had to share Lake Macquarie with 6 other boats, and it's the bigger than Sydney Harbour, great day, breeze stiffened up later on, and a Jewel of a boat under me, one down side to owning a SC 20, people keep coming up and wanting to know all about her and what she is, takes me ages to get her into the water and once there I had a Yacht sail down onto me (same tack) to ask what I was, everyone so far has said what pretty boat she is, I have to agree !http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=119Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTFirst sail yesterday in my SC-20 with a Spinnaker return, so good just need more breeze.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=122Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTDoesn't get any prettier than this, except on the water.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=123Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTReally well packed into the crate, a couple of little rub marks that will easily buff out, no damage at all.......Perfect thanks Red Dragon good job all round, couldn't be happier with the quality finish and all the extras thrown in I wasn't expecting, the best surprise I have had for years, Scandinavian Cruisers are the best to deal with, I'm so happy and impressed, how can I thank you !http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=121Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTHere are some photo's of SC20 hull number 23 which Is about to be shipped to Calgary in Canada. Another lucky sailor!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=124Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTThe lifting keel makes the SC20 both a fast and stable boat as well as a easy to launch and trailer daysailer.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=141Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 GMTMy SC-20 was packed ready for shipping to Australia late last week, however will I survive the 3 week wait ?http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=120Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMTAfter a slow 2011, we are seeing some improvements in the markets around the world, we now have hull number 22 and 23 in production, and we see signs of more new orders.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=125Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMTA brand new boat combining beautiful classic clinker/lapstrake dory lines with the latest high performance sailing and rowing functionality. The Scandinavian Dory 18 has been grown from the deepest roots of nautical tradition to the highest branches of modern materials and aeronautical engineering to bring you the most unique and useful small craft available on the market today. This beautiful high-quality classic lapstrake/clinker boat will turn heads at the mooring, on the trailer, and whenhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=140Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMTSailing the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 in the Italian Lake Districthttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=128Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMTBeautiful SC20 pictures from our Dealer in Switzerland, Austria and Germanyhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=126Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Cruiser 20 (SC 20) combines the charm of classical Skerry Cruisers with state-of-the-art technologies. They are created for sailors, who value elegant design as much as high speed and easy handling. Love at first sight. I came, saw... and was defeated!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=118Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMTDuring the design phase of the SC20 we considered to lift the keel from the mast, but we were concerned about the weight on the free-standing mast. It turned out that the mast is stiff enough.Here are the pictures of the new keel lifting system which is now supplied on all new boats, replacing the aluminum lifting boom.This can also be retro fitted to existing SC20's.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=117Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMTThe Internet can be used by disgruntled people as a tool for revenge. This is a reality and we must accept it. We will respond professionally to all reasonable criticism, and reject any unfair attacks.   We have witnessed an unfair attack on Scandinavian Cruisers, by our former distributor in Tampa, Florida, Jerry A. Twomey, Boat Fix USA, Inc. / Sailtime Tampa, Inc.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=113Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMTGreat pictures from Norway of the Scandinavian Cruiser 20, shot during test sailing by the leading Norwegian sailing magazine, Seilas.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=112Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMTThis past Sunday we went from Pireaus to Voula (~10nm), a chic neighborhood here in Athens that has a small islet in front, accessible only by boat. After 3 hours of upwind work in almost no wind for most of the cruise, we arrived, lashed a line to another sailing boat (I forgot my anchor) and went for a swim. Since it was getting late, we didn't stay long otherwise the now stronger offshore breeze could die when approaching the sunset and we'd be left in the middle. After 2 hours of a downwindhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=110Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMTWheels and axles have been attached to the shipping cradle which makes for a great beach dolly. I will send a couple of photos of this arrangement. She has already survived two thunderstorms with winds in excess of sixty MPH without any problems while on the dolly.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=115Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMTI will report that she sails incredibly well under any combination of sail or just main alone. The helm is flawlessly balanced in any configuration. I have yet to mess with mast rake and presently see no reason to.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=114Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMTBeautiful shot of the SD18 on the Hudson riverhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=111Mon, 23 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTAdam Court of New Sailboat Review, a subsidiary of SAIL Magazine, test sailed the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 in Newport and was very happy with his experienced.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=109Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Cruiser 20 and the Scandinavian Dory 18 were the stars of the Annapolis Boat Show. In the video below you can see how much attention these two boats received from the visiting public. Go to around 50 seconds into the video to see the crowds come in. Enjoy!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=108Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMTA couple of days after the Newport Boat Show, I had a chance to take the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 out for a spin on Narragansett Bay. Despite being one of the smallest boats there, and up on a trailer besides, the SC20, with its classic lines, teak deck and royal blue top sides, was one of the show's standouts. It was also one of the most surprising boats I've sailed.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=106Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMTThe Copenhagen Boat Show opened this Friday and there has been a steady stream of visitors at our booth.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=107Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMTThe sailing season has already started in Greece. The Scandinavian Cruiser 20 is extremely beautiful - nobody, and I really mean NOBODY, was immune to her charms, either at sea, at the Nautical Club, at the boat park or at the Marina. I’ve had the boat at a boat park and a guy that was looking to buy a motor boat came to me and ask about her - without knowing how to sail!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=105Thu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMTTwo weeks ago many people took advantage of our offer to go test sailing with us at the Larchmont Yacht Club in New York. We had both the SC20 and the SD18 available to try out. And as you can see in the photos we had some beautiful days and some really good wind.See also videos here, here and here.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=100Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMTTacking, jibing, hiking, planing, spinning out (twice), picking up winter moorings (twice!) and hitting bottom in the new Scandinavian Cruiser 20. In our defense...it was a very low tide and gusty off shore 30+ mph winds. Nevertheless we had a great time. Watch the uncut, RAW footage of Nis Peter Lorenzten and Haye Kesteloo sailing the SC20 in front of the Larchmont Yacht Club, NYhttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=101Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Dory 18 is without a doubt the most versatile boat we have in our offering. A beautiful classic lapstrike design that can be both sailed as well as rowed. Use it as an exercise rowing boat or go sailing with some family members and have a picnic. The SD18 does it all. We have added two spacious storage compartments. The one in the bow is even insulated so you can bring cold drinks.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=103Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMTPicture a perfect fall day in the stunning boating community of Larchmont, New York. Add to that cenario the Scandinavian Cruiser 20, a very experienced sailor and a not so experienced one. The result? A guaranteed new member of the family of sailing enthusiasts!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=99Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMTAs the popularity of the Scandinavian Dory 18 grows, so does her distribution. Here she is in Australia!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=98Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Dory 18 is a "wolf in sheeps clothing". A brand new boat combining beautiful classic clinker/lapstrake dory lines with the latest high performance sailing and rowing functionality.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=97Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMTSailing Magazine took the SC 20 for a test sail in Newport RI. The verdict? A glowing review! Of course, we always knew she was a top performing beauty but it is nice to know the experts agree!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=96Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMTAnnapolis, Md. – Cruising World and Sailing World magazines announced today at the U.S. Sailboat Show in Annapolis, Md., their nominees for the 2011 Boat of the Year awards. The BOTY awards recognize and honor the best new sailboat models introduced to the North American market.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=95Wed, 13 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMTWe will give away one SC20 book and one SD18 book among all of you who have commented or emailed us with constructive feedback.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=92Tue, 05 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe biggest sailboat show in about to start later this week. If you do not have plans yet for the upcoming weekend or if you're in the market for a new boat, this is the show to go to!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=90Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMTAs you can see we had a beautiful day with a nice breeze and the Newport scenery makes for such an amazing backdrop. We were sailing right out of the docks at Fort Adams and in some of the shots you can see the New York Yacht Club as well.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=91Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMTIf you find yourself in Italy in early October, why not visit the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 at the Genoa Boat Show?http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=89Sat, 02 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMTWith 90 Nautor Swan yachts from 18 countries, the smallest "participant" is without a doubt the Scandinavian Cruiser 20. The other yachts range in size from 37 to 112 feet.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=86Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Grand Pavoisis is one of the major international events of the boating industry, and is held in La Rochelle, France, every year.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=87Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTHere are the measurements on the Karavan trailer I use for my Scandinavian Cruiser 20.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=88Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTMy wife and I sailing the SC20 on the Hudson in 15 to 20 mph winds. A lot of chop and a lot of fun. Enjoy!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=84Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Cruiser 20 got some time on the water in Denmark last Wednesday. She performed beautifully in the windy conditions and Jesper and Michael made good use of the trapeze for an altogether fantastic experience!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=81Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT"When you are older, he said, you have been around the block a few times and all you want to do is to scale down to make life easier. However, this little lady (pointing at the SC20) makes me want to sail the oceans again - just looking at her makes me feel young! And to know that I can afford her makes me feel even better."http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=82Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTHere is a a picture of the new galvanized SC 20 shipping cradle which has been attached directly to a flat frame road trailer.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=83Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTFirst, my wife and I sailing on the Hudson River last week in 15 to 20 mph winds. And again yesterday in Newport, RI with Adam Cort and Meredith Laitos from SAIL Magazine. It was a beautiful sunny day with a good breeze. Adam and Meredith met us at Fort Adams and are the first of the US sailing magazines to test sail the SC20. They told me that they had a great time sailing the SC20 and really like the way she felt. We only had a short two hours to put the SC20 through her paces but...http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=80Wed, 22 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe new SC20 features modern materials and design on a boat that has the look of the classic Skerry Cruisers.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=79Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTAs you may have noticed the Newport International Boat Show has started this week and will run through this Sunday. The best weather is planned for Saturday and Sunday so if you haven't made any plans yet I would urge you to come and take a look. This year the show has some really interesting boats on display, among which a number of different daysailers is various shapes and sizes. I'll try and see if I can upload some pictures tomorrow.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=78Fri, 17 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe boat has excellent stability, speed and tracking for recreational rowing, great rowing exercise or club racing. It can be rowed either in a single sliding-seat setup or a double fixed-seat arrangement, and has a large self-draining cockpit, carbon fiber oars, Concept II oar locks, stainless steel outriggers, racing seats, and built in oar storage holes.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=76Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe full length battens are "bamboo sticks" so the sail is a little wrinkled as they we sewn in by hand. We now use a lead weighted swinging centerboard and water ballast. In sailing mode the boat tracks very well and it feels more like a keelboat than a dinghy. I could leave the rudder alone and go forward while the boat kept going. The rudder is very powerful. It is very long and narrow boat, and when the breeze picks up the speed goes up quite well.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=77Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Cruiser 20 was exhibited at the 2010 Bodensee Inwater Boat Show on August 20-22 at Marina Bottighofen by Kreuzlingen/Konstanz in Switzerland. Please contact our distributor for Germany, Switzerland and Austria for more information and to schedule test sailing.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=73Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe first Scandinavian Cruiser 20 to sail in Canada was launched on a bright sunny July summer day at Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Club. The boat was promptly christened with Champagne by the owners and their family members.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=74Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTThis picture from the recent launch of SC 20 (CAN 1) at Royal Nova Scotia Yacht Club in Canada captures the contrast between the worlds first Mini Yacht and a Super Yacht very well, and underscores the Scandinavian Cruisers core value of "Recapture the essence of sailing!".http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=75Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTThis 20ft daysailer is inspired by the century-old Skerry Cruisers designs, but she's built using modern techniques and looks like a true joy to take out on the water.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=69Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTTo prevent any damage from the boat chafing against the fenders or the dock, I recently installed these mooring whips from TaylorMade.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=70Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTWe are now able to supply the Torqeedo Electric Outboard Engines with any of our boats. We are very excited about this partnership. The Torqeedo Engines are quite amazing. They are easy to use, require little maintenance and run on electricity. No noise and no messing around with any gas or oil near the water. We think that these engines fit the Scandinavian Cruisers philosophy very well.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=71Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Best Boats for 2011: Hunter 18, Class 2M, Landing School 20, Marblehead 22, NorseBoat 21.5 Cruiser and the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 and the Scandinavian Cruiser Dory 18!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=72Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe weather in Xiamen, China was sunny and warm as it seems to be each time we come here to sail. We started out by rowing the Scandinavian Dory 18 in the single rowing and sliding seat set-up, with my wife and son as passengers and acting as my “eyes” looking forward from the stern. The boat is exceptionally stable in rowing mode, and two people can easily change positions by walking past each other rather than one climbing through the legs of the other person.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=68Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTI know I promised that I'd write again on Friday but truth is...I've been too busy sailing the entire weekend. We had beautiful weather here in New York and a good breeze on Friday and Sunday.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=67Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMTShe's finally here! And boy, have I been waiting for this day...http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=66Fri, 30 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe great reviews keep coming! Here is the latest update from our Danish friends at Baadnyt magazine. After two test sailings on the Roskilde fjord, the verdict was all in favor of the SC20! Here is the full article by Jacob Johannesen. Pictures are by www.seljfoto.dk.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=64Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMTMore exciting news! The Scandinavian Cruiser 30 has arrived. The SC 30 is very addictive to sail because she performs and feels better than most other boats.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=65Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMTWe are very excited to inform you that we now have two boats in the race for the Newport for New Products 2010 Award. This year we've launched our first two boats, the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 and the Scandinavian Dory 18 and to have both nominated for this award is more than had hoped for. The SC20 and the SD18 combine classical design and sailing (and rowing) ability with the latest building technologies and hi-tech materials. If you are looking for a classic boat but are not willing to...http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=63Fri, 09 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMTObviously we are very excited to share with you the first independent test of the Scandinavian Cruiser 20. Our German Distributor Christian Brandt had invited the renowned German sailing magazine "Segeln" for a test session on the River Elbe. Below you can find the translated text of the article. All text and pictures are from Thorsten Hoge from Segeln Magazin.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=61Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMTFrom factory Red Dragon boat yard in Xiamen, China we have received the latest photos of the Scandinavian Dory 18 in production. We expect the first SD18 to arrive in NY late August, well in time before the Newport Boat Show.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=59Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMTTo support our application for the BOTY 2011 we need your "like". So please go to our Facebook Fanpage and let your friends know that you support us and ask them to do the same.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=60Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe SC20 offers a type of performance that is hard to find in today's high performance dinghies and that there is no small daysailer quite like our Scandinavian Cruiser 20.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=58Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMTAn exclusive interview with Nis Peter Lorentzen about how he got started in the boating industry. How the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 came about and what we can expect from Scandinavian Cruisers going forward. A must read for all Scandinavian Cruisers enthusiasts!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=57Mon, 31 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTOrder before July 1st, 2010 and enjoy a discount of more than 14% on the base price of a new SC20 in the UK. Discounted prices are also still available on option packages in the UK and Europe. For instance up to 68% for a Flexiteek deck in Europe or 59% in the UK. Please read blog post for details.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=54Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTWe will be located in the performance Sailboat area, Next to Tent A and entrance gate 7. See attached image.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=55Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe best looking Flexiteek deck I have ever seen.....http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=56Wed, 26 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe new Scandinavian Cruiser 20, and the brand new Scandinavian Dory 18 are exhibiting at The United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis in space 21 as the two show-flagships by the main gate.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=53Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTDuring the Dusseldorf boat show it was proposed by several Scandinavian Cruisers distributors that we offer a synthetic teak deck option for the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 (and future SC models including the brand new Scandinavian Dory 18).http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=52Thu, 20 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTScandinavian Cruisers is proud to present to you a brand new boat combining beautiful classic clinker/lapstrake dory lines with the latest high performance sailing and rowing functionality. The Scandinavian Dory 18 has been grown from the deepest roots of nautical tradition to the highest branches of modern materials and aeronautical engineering to bring you the most unique and useful small craft available on the market today.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=51Sun, 16 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTOf a new and excting product we are about to launch. So stay tuned!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=50Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTJust launched Facebook Fan Pages in all local markets. http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=49Thu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTHere are some pictures of people sailing the SC20 in various conditions.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=47Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Cruiser 20 is fully rigged and ready to go sailing on a crisp sunny day in early Spring, 2010 in Denmark.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=48Fri, 07 May 2010 00:00:00 GMTAttached please see a picture of the first Flexiteek samples in the Swedish factory.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=45Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMTDear All, There seems to be a growing consensus that a SC 20 trailer with rollers is better than a trailer with pads. Attached please find a message with several pictures from Philip in Australia. Best regards, Nishttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=46Wed, 28 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMTAnother action video from us here in Denmark. The SC20 is really a fun and fast daysailer and really delivers in terms of performance. In fairlfy strong winds we were doing 11.5 knots easily. Watch our video and enjoy the ride!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=44Sat, 17 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMTIn an effort to support and grow and support the Scandinavian Cruisers community of owners, crew, friends and enthusiasts we've created a special forum.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=43Thu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMTIf someone should suspect that the SC-20 to be only for light air, they are wrong. It is really fun and remarkably stable.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=42Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMTAs far as the future of sailing goes, Rod Carr says: "Getting and retaining younger members is the biggest challenge for sailing". Rod also believes that the next step for the RYA is: "to create more opportunities for 25-35 year olds, cash strapped and short of time to pay and play". We couldn't agree more.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=41Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMTWith our sail this Sunday the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 once again proved to be easy to sail, and very quick in 15 knots of wind. My son and I practised all Sunday afternoon and believe we have ourselves reasonably competent in time for this coming weekend’s regattas.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=40Tue, 30 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTScandinavian Yachts is exhibiting in an Australian release, the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show to be held from 20-23 May in Queensland.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=39Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTShe sails beautifully. She points very high and provides very exciting and rewarding sailing even in lighter winds. I sailed her with my 20 year old son who was so enraptured that he would only give me the tiller every now and then. Normally my son Nikolas is happy to sit in the cockpit and watch the world go by without really getting involved , however he seized the tiller as she was such fun to sail and I had to beg towards the end of the day to have a go.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=38Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTFollowing the excitement of not having the UK boat in time for the RYA Dinghy Show it was a pleasure to get down to rigging and sailing the first Scandinavian Cruiser in the UK. It has been purchased by a customer in Scotland for sailing in a Loch near Jura on the west coast.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=36Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Cruiser 20 was greeted with a lot of enthusiasm at last weeks Stockholm International Boat Show. Swedish sailors instantly recognized that the Scandinavian Cruisers design is strong inspired by the Skerry Cruisers (Square Metre) yachts which originates from Stockholm in the year 1908. In the attached picture you see just a few of the thousands of visitors who complimented us on the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 at the booth.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=37Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTTwo Scandinavian Cruisers are displayed at the Oslo Boat Show which runs until Sunday March 21, 2010. The feedback from Norwegian sailors has been very positive, and many are planning to participate in demo sailing which will be arranged by Hoevik Marine A/S as soon as the ice has melted along the Norwegian coastline.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=35Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTFinally arrived home with SC 20 AUS 1 yesterday from the Customs inspection and release. It was a long few days , however it is a real delight to have her finally arrive in Australia.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=33Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTRicorda i classici Skerry Cruiser o gli Square Meter Yachts, da cui riprende le linee slanciate, con una lunghezza fuori tutto di circa sei metri e una lunghezza al galleggiamento assai più ridotta, ma allo stesso tempo sfrutta le moderne tecnologie costruttive che la rendono una barca da crociera divertente e una barca da regata dalle elevate prestazioni.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=34Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTVote for Scandinavian Cruisers and help us win this award.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=32Fri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTThis past weekend the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 was supposed to be exibited at the RYA Volvo Dingy Show in London. However, the main attraction of the show, the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 boat, was delayed at customs clearance in Southampton in the UK, and she did not make it in time for the show. Despite that, the Scandinavian Cruisers UK team of Mark Jarvis, Ben Lilley and Martha Jarvis pulled of a tremendous surprise by displaying a full size art board cut-out model of the boat, as well as threehttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=30Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTThis weekend the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 had its premier in Scandinavia at the Stockholm International Boat Show. The event was highlighted by a 5 minute television introduction on Sweden's TV4 which is viewed by more than one million people. Here is a link to the TV show in Swedish language. The show was recorded the day before the official opening of the show...http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=31Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTSince the economy tanked in 2008 many people are downsizing. Whether it is moving to a smaller home or buying a less expensive and more fuel efficient car, it is a trend you see everywhere and sailing is no exception. Today we came across this article on www.sailingscuttlebutt.com from Geoffrey Emanuel which caught our interest. Geoffrey downsized as well. He got a smaller boat which was a lot easier to sail and...well, I guess you should just read the rest...http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=29Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTScandinavian Cruisers now has more than 1000 fans on Facebook. Two winners were able to capture the moment we reached 1000 fans, and they have both won the 46 page Scandinavian Cruisers book prices at $67.95.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=28Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTWe are getting very excited in London about the RYA Dinghy Show at Alexandra Palace. It is only a few days away now (6/7th March) and it will be the first time the UK public get to see the Scandinavian Cruiser 20. We have a stand very close to the entrance and would love to chat to any that have been following the development of the boat over recent months via the internet.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=27Mon, 01 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMTWe will award the first person who sends us an email with a photo of our fan page with at least 1000 fans with a free book about the Scandinavian Cruisers brand. The book will be signed by Nis Peter Lorentzen.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=26Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe overall look of the SC 40 is quite unique, a blend of traditional as well as modern. The lines and surfaces are very clean and crisp. There is a minimum of deck hardware, and where possible, the metal hardware is polished bronze. There are no hatch or portlight frames above deck; all structural frames for openings are to be made of composites as much as possible and be positioned under deck. Joints between parts are to be tight and uniform.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=25Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTMany of you have been asking for the trailer design for the SC20. Well here's a design that was used in Germany.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=24Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTEl nuevo Escadinavian Cruiser 20 se ha presentado por primera vez en la comunidad del mundo de la vela durante la Feria Náutica de Dusseldorf que se realizó del 23 de Enero al 31 de Enero del presente año.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=23Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTPlease check out the following post with the available options and pricing for the SC20.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=21Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTThis morning when I woke up I checked our Facebook fan page and saw that Scandinavian Cruisers had 489 fans, so I thought, well that's pretty cool we're almost at 500 fans. http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=20Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTThis exciting new boat combines some of the very best aesthetic values of traditional yachts with contemporary build and design technologies. Neil Pryde Sails is please to have been selected as sailmaker and consultants in this project.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=18Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTWe're looking for Regional Distributors for the Scandinavian Cruisers Brand and products in the United States and the rest of the World.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=19Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTYou will be able to see the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 in real live at the upcoming boat shows in the UK, Sweden, Norway and Australia. Please check it out on Facebook for more info.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=17Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTAttached are the images of North Star. The year is 1979, when I worked as a young Danish boat builder at Alameda Marina, San Francisco. The first picture is how she looked when I found her at the marina. She was repossessed by Alameda Marina for unpaid storage fees. You see it says" 4733 North Star Tampa Bay Fleet" on the trailer and North Star on the transom.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=16Sun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTPlease go ahead and check it out at www.scandinaviancruisers.com. We at Scandinavian Cruisers strive to have an ongoing conversation with our customers and we are very interested in your opinion and feedback. You can follow our developments and join in the conversation on our Blog, Twitter or Facebook.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=15Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTWe have started production of the second deck mold for the optional recessed synthetic teak deck version. The first two boats with synthetic teak decks will be shipped to New York and Italy by the end of March.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=12Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTHere you can get a sneak preview of our NEW Scandinaviann Cruisers website. The new site will be highly interactive to keep you up to date with the latest developements.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=14Mon, 08 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Cruiser 20 was officially introduced to the sailing community during one of the world's largest boat shows, the 2010 Dusseldorf Boat Show. Many visitors and media people had the chance to see her up close and we received a lot of positive feedback on this modern classic.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=11Sat, 06 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTPlease check out our new YouTube Channel as you will find several videos in which Nis Peter Lorentzen discusses the many different features on the SC20.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=13Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMTSailors looking for a new fast and practical small keel boat will get their first chance to see the new Scandinavian Cruiser 20 in Hall 17 – A79 at Boot Düsseldorf on January 23-31, 2010.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=3Thu, 14 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMTIntroducing micro sites for the different boatshttp://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=104Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMTThe Scandinavian Cruiser 20 test sailing is now featured in a 9 minute video on Youtube, and we have new "aerial" pictures available on Flickr.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=10Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMTI have now been sailing the Scandinavian Cruiser 20 for two warm and sunny days on November 25/26 with light wind of 5-10 knots in Xiamen, China. The water and air temperature was around 25C (80F). I wish sailing could be like this every day!http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=9Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMTThe SC 20 is appealing to a global market segment of experienced sailors who want a classical design, combined with the latest sailing technologies and day-sailing functionalities, at a reasonable price.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=8Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMTWe have now appointed exclusive Scandinavian Cruiser 20 distribution partners with responsibility for the US, UK, Germany, France, Austria, Belgium, Switzerland and Norway. We continue to search for entrepreneurial distributors in all remaining countries in the world, including the following countries: Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Holland, Italy, Spain, Hungary, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, China and Hong Kong.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=7Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMTThe boat building team at David Winter’s Red Dragon Yachts is making rapid progress on the deck plug. This week we mounted all the Harken, RWO, Whale and Tacktick deck hardware to verify the ergonomics, the nonskid areas, and the location of the hardware reinforcements.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=6Sun, 23 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMTWe are also happy to report that several international yachting magazines already have, or soon will, publish articles about the SC 20, and some of them have confirmed their intentions to conduct sailing tests when the first boats are ready later this year.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=5Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMTOn July 11, 2009, the SC 20 hull molds were released after 14 days of curing at Red Dragon Yacht in Xiamen, China.http://www.scandinaviancruisers.com/Basis.aspx?Tid=92&Stijl=-1&Act=90&Lid=13&Lit=VIEW&Query=SCU_Blog.Id=4Sat, 11 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT