Hallberg Rassy 44: Unveiling the True Cost to Sail Your Dream Boat ⛵️

This is a somewhat atypical "Price of Sailing" video. Instead of broad estimates, I'm pulling out the invoice and breaking down the boat's cost line by line. Even though I personally selected the options on the invoice, some of the final numbers even caught me by surprise! The Hallberg Rassy 44 is a beautifully crafted, well built yacht, thoughtfully equipped with premium fittings and accessories. It is an investment in quality. When I placed my order in February 2022, I recall being unfamiliar with many of the options I was choosing. My hope is that this video will help future buyers navigate the unknown terrain of a brand new boat purchase, offering insights and advice along the way.

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I’m 54 years old, and I frequently see people having heart attacks younger than me. The question often comes up in my mind: What am I saving this money for?

A few years ago, I made the decision to jump in, throw down a big deposit and see what happens. Buying a used boat on the Chesapeake wouldn’t have had the same effect as purchasing a brand-new boat from Sweden—one that somehow had to eventually make its way to the USA. This was a forced adventure on my part and Tom from a few years ago is still influencing me today.

That decision has revealed parts of the world I never would have dreamed of seeing. The million dollars is gone, but I consider it fully reimbursed in joy and adventure.