Hi, I am a newbie here,
I previously lived for 4 years on my 2006 Hylas 49 including 2 Transats. Prior to buying it new I looked hard at the B57 and if the F/Ex rate had been a little more favorable might have bought one then. Anyway it is now nearly 10 years later. The H49 was sold a few years ago and I am looking for my next cruiser.
A used B57 is right in my price range and although I live in the US I am prepared to buy in Europe where most of them seem to be. I am very interested in opinions from B57 owners that have lived aboard as to their feelings about the boat, and strengths and weaknesses of the B57 platform.
In particular;
Rudder issues?
Issues with and opinions on the hydraulic stern platform
Seakindliness
Over/Under canvassed?
How has the interior held up?
Any systemic problems that I should look out for on this model?
Many thanks for reading.
I previously lived for 4 years on my 2006 Hylas 49 including 2 Transats. Prior to buying it new I looked hard at the B57 and if the F/Ex rate had been a little more favorable might have bought one then. Anyway it is now nearly 10 years later. The H49 was sold a few years ago and I am looking for my next cruiser.
A used B57 is right in my price range and although I live in the US I am prepared to buy in Europe where most of them seem to be. I am very interested in opinions from B57 owners that have lived aboard as to their feelings about the boat, and strengths and weaknesses of the B57 platform.
In particular;
Rudder issues?
Issues with and opinions on the hydraulic stern platform
Seakindliness
Over/Under canvassed?
How has the interior held up?
Any systemic problems that I should look out for on this model?
Many thanks for reading.