ben 32s5 or oceanis 321

[Mersea mud]

Husband looking for a new boat, mainly for weekend cruising with young family and weekends away. However, he also wants to be able to race around the cans on a Friday night. Which boat? I want comfort but don't want to spoil his fun. Is it worth racing an Oceanis?

 

[Mike B]

Both are nice boats and either one should serve you well. Try checking on the PHRF rating for each boat. Even if the 321 turns out to be the slower boat it may carry a handicap rating high enough to allow decent racing results. Now balance that with the creature comforts you'll want while cruising and hopefully you'll have enough info to make a decision. Good luck
Mike

 

[mersea mud]

Both are nice boats and either one should serve you well. Try checking on the PHRF rating for each boat. Even if the 321 turns out to be the slower boat it may carry a handicap rating high enough to allow decent racing results. Now balance that with the creature comforts you'll want while cruising and hopefully you'll have enough info to make a decision. Good luck
Mike

Thanks that's a good point.