My search goes on, and on ,and on. One of the boats I am seriously considering has a 16 foot beam. I am searching in the 38 to 54 foot length and seeing beams ranging from 13'6" to 16 feet. This particular boat is 50 feet long.
I know that both of the marinas I use for service and storage are limited to 15' beam in their travel lifts/hoists. I am not sure exactly what the boat well sizes are in my area, and probably need to make some phone calls on this.
Is there a point at which beam becomes a bigger issue? Is beam an issue in doing the loop? Storage? What things am I missing or should be considering here that I may not be aware of? Is 50 x 16 unusual?
Thank you for any input you might give me that would help in making a better decision in my boat purchase. Bill
In case more information is needed as to my search parameters:
Length 38 to 54. I think 42-49 is more of a sweet spot.
Beam- who knows,I just assumed I take what I get.
Draft- prefer under 5, but would consider up to 5 1/2
Construction- prefer steel /aluminum, but will take dry composite.
Power- prefer single diesel, but would consider twins capable of prolonged hull speed runs.
Wants- good water access, or clear plan for creating it. clear access for washing and driveline maintenance. A boat friendly to a larger person with significant arthritis issues.
I know that both of the marinas I use for service and storage are limited to 15' beam in their travel lifts/hoists. I am not sure exactly what the boat well sizes are in my area, and probably need to make some phone calls on this.
Is there a point at which beam becomes a bigger issue? Is beam an issue in doing the loop? Storage? What things am I missing or should be considering here that I may not be aware of? Is 50 x 16 unusual?
Thank you for any input you might give me that would help in making a better decision in my boat purchase. Bill
In case more information is needed as to my search parameters:
Length 38 to 54. I think 42-49 is more of a sweet spot.
Beam- who knows,I just assumed I take what I get.
Draft- prefer under 5, but would consider up to 5 1/2
Construction- prefer steel /aluminum, but will take dry composite.
Power- prefer single diesel, but would consider twins capable of prolonged hull speed runs.
Wants- good water access, or clear plan for creating it. clear access for washing and driveline maintenance. A boat friendly to a larger person with significant arthritis issues.