Godabitibi
Veteran Member
I know it's a personnal choice but for a beginner opinion from older sailor could be helpful.
I've been shopping for a while and been looking at boats and was disapointed many times.
I have two that are attractive for me now but different in size and motors.
I've read the captain John website and his advice too. But still confused.
The boats are 42 ft Bristol DC with 2 perkins. The other is a Marine Trader 34ft single Ford
Single cabin. This one is well equiped even have a bow thruster and very updated but is the one with the moisture detected in the keel. No Gen.
The Bristol needs a lot of aesthetic and has no electronics. But a diesel gen. Much roomier with two rooms.
I'm retired and plan to be on the boat for fairly long period of time. I also hope to go for the great loop when I feel ready.
What are your opinions ?
I've been shopping for a while and been looking at boats and was disapointed many times.
I have two that are attractive for me now but different in size and motors.
I've read the captain John website and his advice too. But still confused.
The boats are 42 ft Bristol DC with 2 perkins. The other is a Marine Trader 34ft single Ford
Single cabin. This one is well equiped even have a bow thruster and very updated but is the one with the moisture detected in the keel. No Gen.
The Bristol needs a lot of aesthetic and has no electronics. But a diesel gen. Much roomier with two rooms.
I'm retired and plan to be on the boat for fairly long period of time. I also hope to go for the great loop when I feel ready.
What are your opinions ?
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