Help me pick my next boat

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Sep 15, 2009
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S2 9.2a Fairhope Al
I realize that I will have to concede some criteria but comfort and performance are high on the list.
:eek:lol is that like looking for a corvett with a sleeper :thumbup: lol just poking a little fun your way.......hope you find what you want ....the gulf stars are sorta cool and the 47 footer is really cool

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woody
 

TR6

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Jan 22, 2008
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Hunter 31_83-87 Point Roberts, WA
I was drooling at a recent boat show chatting with the new owner of a brand new Hunter 49 (Aft Cockpit) . He had, after he bought the boat, a 7 figure cruising budget and was a very experienced sailor. I asked him why a Hunter and particularly this model. His reply was, that are category A for unlimited offshore, superbly equipped, very well thought out, have a "crawl space" under the floor where all the tankage is and also storage for heavy gear right where it should be.

I don't have that kind of cash and can only dream but the answer is, you pays your money and takes your choice..................
 

Tim R.

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May 27, 2004
3,626
Caliber 40 Long Range Cruiser Portland, Maine
Hey TR6 nice car!! I always liked the TR6, I had a spitfire once.

Tim R. Here is a nice Jeanneau at Hellier in New London for 199. has a qeen forward with twin aft cabins. Boat is a 45...would be a great livaboard. Probably pretty fast as displacement is light for the size.

http://www.yachtworld.com/core/listing/pl_boat_full_detail.jsp?boat_id=1611561&hosturl=hellieryachts
Thanks Dave, I just chartered a Jeanneau and did not like it for many reasons.

I also had a Spitfire(2 of them). I used to race them at Pocono and Bridgehampton. Also had a GT6 and a TR8. Fun cars.
 

BobM

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Jun 10, 2004
3,269
S2 9.2A Winthrop, MA
Cruise Ready Freedom 45

Okay...here you go...easy to handle fast cruise ready 45 footer with a skeg hung rudder and a swim platform for the dog. Been around the world once without you already and the owner claims she is ready to go again. The only thing to potentially bother you is the fact she has a free standing carbon fiber mast. Asking 230K (don't know if she is still on the market...doesn't say when listed), but all rigged out already. New 75hp Yanmar. No pullman berth though.

http://www.nicesailboat.com/Splash_Screen.html
 

Tim R.

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May 27, 2004
3,626
Caliber 40 Long Range Cruiser Portland, Maine
Okay...here you go...easy to handle fast cruise ready 45 footer with a skeg hung rudder and a swim platform for the dog. Been around the world once without you already and the owner claims she is ready to go again. The only thing to potentially bother you is the fact she has a free standing carbon fiber mast. Asking 230K (don't know if she is still on the market...doesn't say when listed), but all rigged out already. New 75hp Yanmar. No pullman berth though.

http://www.nicesailboat.com/Splash_Screen.html
Thanks Doug. I have already inspected that boat and have moved on. Anyone who wants details can PM me. There is actually a much nicer and cheaper one right down the road from it.
 
Jan 27, 2008
3,092
ODay 35 Beaufort, NC
Tim,
Take a hard look at a Norseman 447. Very nice boat but the draft is a bit deep for my liking, but meets your criteria. Has the centerline queen aft berth you are looking for. Can be had for around 200K. Not sure of the engine...brand I'm not familiar with.
 
Sep 25, 2008
544
Bristol 43.3 Perth Amboy
Bristols

My boat almost meets your criteria, as would the Bristol 41.1, and 45.5. Only thing lacking is the swim platform stern. However, you could probably add a teak platform like a powerboat. I've seen it done and have considered it.

These Bristols sail very well, are great live-aboards, great storage, tankage, aft cabins with queen berths and are built to a very high standard.

I may be up your way this summer, and would be happy to take you for a sail!
 
Feb 6, 1998
11,760
Canadian Sailcraft 36T Casco Bay, ME
The Norsemans are very, very nice boats. I have been aboard a couple of them and they really are very well built and laid out for cruising.

It's just to bad you don't have an extra 235 k cause my friends custom Norseman 42 is still for sail. It is one of the most spectacular refits I have ever witnessed. Perhaps the best example of speed, cruising comfort and ruggedness I've been on..

http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1989/Custom-Norseman-Cutter-2005-1797234/Bristol/RI/United-States
 
Feb 6, 1998
11,760
Canadian Sailcraft 36T Casco Bay, ME
The Norsemans are very, very nice boats. I have been aboard a couple of them and they really are very well built and laid out for cruising.

It's just to bad you don't have an extra 235 k cause my friends custom Norseman 42 is still for sail. It is one of the most spectacular refits I have ever witnessed. Perhaps the best example of speed, cruising comfort and ruggedness I've been on..

http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1989/Custom-Norseman-Cutter-2005-1797234/Bristol/RI/United-States

You really ought to call Bernie J. or his wife Kate at Rogue Wave Yacht Sales. He KNOWS cruising boats better than anyone I have ever met and can find you exactly what you want. He is perhaps one of the best at what he does. I should have mentioned Bernie & Kate a while ago but it slipped my mind...

Bernie's cell 443-742-1792
 
Oct 22, 2008
3,502
- Telstar 28 Buzzards Bay
For that kind of cash, I'd get an Atlantic 42 by Chris White... and have $50,000 to spend on upgrades and refitting. :D
The Norsemans are very, very nice boats. I have been aboard a couple of them and they really are very well built and laid out for cruising.

It's just to bad you don't have an extra 235 k cause my friends custom Norseman 42 is still for sail. It is one of the most spectacular refits I have ever witnessed. Perhaps the best example of speed, cruising comfort and ruggedness I've been on..

http://www.yachtworld.com/boats/1989/Custom-Norseman-Cutter-2005-1797234/Bristol/RI/United-States
 
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