Jay and Laurie Ailworth are going cruising. But cruising takes planning. They bought the bigger boat, then plumped up their savings, quit their jobs and will head south in June. They'll go through the Canal, visit the Carabbean. And then, who knows...

Jay's kids named the first boat Strange Bird and created a logo that looked a bit like Big Bird who got dressed in the dark. The name has stuck, with a somewhat tamer logo. And the sailmaker, too, has stuck.

The current Strange Bird, a Catalina 42 II, like the first Strange Bird, is Powered by Pineapples. Jay and Laurie would have it no other way. Why? A strong, beautifully shaped main, the right sized jib, storm sails, a colorful spinnaker for all those off-the-wind days - and advice and support all along the way. That's why.

Cruising is demanding. The boat must be ready. And your sails are your engine.

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