Re: Struck a nerve
Kevin,
Although it's only been 2 months since I posted the question about that 23 I found with the water in the cabin - it seems much longer. I suppose learning more about boats does that to you.
Anyway, I'm writing specifically to you because of the comment - good natured yet insightful - you made about people defending the boat they bought and particularly your advice to me. ("In short, looking at the option you've suggested, Larry, I think the 23.5 offers more comfort than the Catalina 22, but the Cat is definitely a great boat too & probably can be found for a couple of thousand less."
I said then "I haven't seen any 23.5's but I'll keep my eyes open" and I did.
At the time I didn't know much about them and it seemed quite large althought it's really just slightly longer than the 23.
It took some looking but there are a few available and as I did the math, etc., I totally agree with you about the 23.5. There were a couple of times I thought about going with the Catalina 22 but the bottom line is there is simply no comparison.
The only problem is the 23.5 costs about twice as much as the 22 so I have to continue saving : ( - but I think this boat is well worth it. : )
I just thought I'd let you know the direction my search has taken for my first sailboat. I prefer one with a trailer but I've found a trailer dealer who will custom build for $3660. If I'm fortunate I may be able to purchase one this year and if not next year for sure - if there are any available.
Incidentally, while it's on my mind: seems I read somewhere there's a problem with water in the cockpit and there are no outlets for it to escape. Is that true?
Thank you again though for your sage advice.
Larry
Kevin,
Although it's only been 2 months since I posted the question about that 23 I found with the water in the cabin - it seems much longer. I suppose learning more about boats does that to you.
Anyway, I'm writing specifically to you because of the comment - good natured yet insightful - you made about people defending the boat they bought and particularly your advice to me. ("In short, looking at the option you've suggested, Larry, I think the 23.5 offers more comfort than the Catalina 22, but the Cat is definitely a great boat too & probably can be found for a couple of thousand less."
I said then "I haven't seen any 23.5's but I'll keep my eyes open" and I did.
At the time I didn't know much about them and it seemed quite large althought it's really just slightly longer than the 23.
It took some looking but there are a few available and as I did the math, etc., I totally agree with you about the 23.5. There were a couple of times I thought about going with the Catalina 22 but the bottom line is there is simply no comparison.
The only problem is the 23.5 costs about twice as much as the 22 so I have to continue saving : ( - but I think this boat is well worth it. : )
I just thought I'd let you know the direction my search has taken for my first sailboat. I prefer one with a trailer but I've found a trailer dealer who will custom build for $3660. If I'm fortunate I may be able to purchase one this year and if not next year for sure - if there are any available.
Incidentally, while it's on my mind: seems I read somewhere there's a problem with water in the cockpit and there are no outlets for it to escape. Is that true?
Thank you again though for your sage advice.
Larry