Multihull Match is an open forum, a place where those involved in the multihull industry can have the freedom to express their opinion. For this head to head we decided to ask whether during a sabbatical year it is better to choose a long term charter or to buy the boat of your dreams. To try and find the answer, we asked for the views of two sailing pros: Eric Vasse and Philippe Merceron.
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Philippe Echelle
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If one believes the Holy Scriptures, in antiquity, the Hebrews were already rotating their crops; unfortunately, this worthwhile seven year labor has fallen out of fashion with today's farmers, but 21st century sailors are rediscovering the practice in a different context. To the eternal question of how to choose a boat, there are some new answers. Here are some knowledgeable and contradictory views... I WOULD CHOOSE LONG-TERM RENTAL By Éric Vasse: Sailor and Manager of Punch Cruises in Martinique Aha! The sabbatical, a chance to set off for a long time and to just let go! Cipango, Miladou Mad…