Hi all:
Newby here to the forum and hopefully posting in the right place. We are (as many have been) sailors transitioning to trawler life and our search has led us to considering an Island Gypsy 30. The vessel in question appears to be Hull number 82 (from what I've gathered from info on this site). A fresh water boat all its life; total hours on the Ford Lehmann are less than 1100. The boat is being completely restored at present with all windows removed; new tracks, new frames epoxied etc etc. The vessel does not have a bow thruster nor windlass which is something we are looking at having installed.
There are teak decks which as far as I can tell are for aesthetics and on top of solid fibreglass. The hawsers have been removed as part of the restore and the fg appears to be 1 1/4" thick. it appears to be a solid, substantial vessel.
Looking for comments from those familiar with this brand and this model specifically; pluses/minuses; things to look for; things to consider must haves.
Dual helm with minimal electronics at this time. We have a unique situation (should we move forward) to install what we wish prior to launch next season.
We are drawn to the classic lines of this vessel and the 'simplicity' of its systems.
Comments and observations are welcomed and most appreciated as we tackle the learning curve of moving from sail to power.
Newby here to the forum and hopefully posting in the right place. We are (as many have been) sailors transitioning to trawler life and our search has led us to considering an Island Gypsy 30. The vessel in question appears to be Hull number 82 (from what I've gathered from info on this site). A fresh water boat all its life; total hours on the Ford Lehmann are less than 1100. The boat is being completely restored at present with all windows removed; new tracks, new frames epoxied etc etc. The vessel does not have a bow thruster nor windlass which is something we are looking at having installed.
There are teak decks which as far as I can tell are for aesthetics and on top of solid fibreglass. The hawsers have been removed as part of the restore and the fg appears to be 1 1/4" thick. it appears to be a solid, substantial vessel.
Looking for comments from those familiar with this brand and this model specifically; pluses/minuses; things to look for; things to consider must haves.
Dual helm with minimal electronics at this time. We have a unique situation (should we move forward) to install what we wish prior to launch next season.
We are drawn to the classic lines of this vessel and the 'simplicity' of its systems.
Comments and observations are welcomed and most appreciated as we tackle the learning curve of moving from sail to power.