Boating rumpy requirements

[tmh900]

Being a prospective boat purchaser I got to wondering how the requirements for ‘passion’ on board could be satisfied – by that I mean features of the boat that assist as opposed to hinder this.

But then I thought what are the requirements generally? In the sailing fraternity we are quite a conservative bunch. The boats themselves tend to be cramped, and perhaps damp. If we sail hard we our thoughts are probably of resting when tied up. For those of us who are relative novices, our thoughts are occupied working through how we’ll exit the berth tomorrow without entertaining the onlookers. Perhaps these things don’t generally happen?

When it comes to the boat, what features are conducive with the above activity? Wide salon berths? After cabins with a certain amount of vertical travel underneath the cockpit moulding? The Eberspacher ducted into the master cabin?

 

[Quandary]

Ebers and sex

A whole new field is opening up. Get in there boys (and girls)

 

[Judders]

If, like me, you are a little self conscious, or cruise in company, ventalation is a big issue so that hatches do not need to be thrown open. The big issue for me though, having a very light displacement is the motion of the vessell. I would suggest something long keeled and heavy.

 

[jhr]

I would suggest something long keeled and heavy.

Fine, but what kind of boat would you prefer?

 

[sarabande]

Isn't there a type of boat called a Rib or Ribbed or something ? Aren't they supposed to be quite exciting ?

 

[MissFitz]

Securely attached headlining is a must.

 

[Evadne]

A small reduction in embarassment or sensitivity levels is far cheaper than an increase in privacy levels. Similarly, youthful agility is cheaper than larger accomodation. The sor tof berth that I used to be able to shag in, is now difficult even to sleep in!!

Also, learning to anchor in remote locations will pay dividends.

 

[shmoo]

We find the lifeline hard point in the middle of the fore deck a real nuisance.

 

[double_ender]

After 12 years sailing a 25' with V berths for 3 months each year we have found where there is a will there is a way

 

[Fantasie 19]

If we sail hard we our thoughts are probably of resting when tied up.

Speak for yourself - I have an entirely different set of priorities when I'm tied up...

 

[Judders]

Fine, but what kind of boat would you prefer?

I like them broad in the beam, which should be carried well aft, not to old and on the slippery side of fast.

 

[FullCircle]

I think that just about anywhere will do if you are passionate enough.

However, being of an older disposition, we now have an 1100 pocket spring mattress with fitted sheets, lovely duvets, fluffy cushions, plumptious pillows, cup holders, halgen reading lighting, shaded hatch blinds, even individual hanging glasses pockets.
I also have a decent oven/galley combination, a few bottles of decent alcohol and nice cabin lighting, so we crawl to bed tired for a good nights sleep.

We used to observe a couple, who would eat Sunday lunch at the club, drink a couple of bottles and go back to the boat (25 footer). The bet was always which way the mast would sway, either north/south along the boat, or east/west from side to side. On occasion, we could applaud a circular motion. They were very keen on each other.

I can however, highly recommend any boat where you can turn the saloon berth into a double without hindrance. That way, you can put the kettle on afterward without getting up.

 

[snowleopard]

We find the lifeline hard point in the middle of the fore deck a real nuisance.

When approached from above or below?

 

[Koeketiene]

Where there's a will there's a way.

As far away from the kids as possible - at one time that was on the foredeck in the middle of the TSS (with them asleep down below - aft cabins).

 

[puddock]

Don't they sell stickers - "if the boats a rockin' - don't come a knockin' ...........

 

[billmacfarlane]

I'd chose my boat first as love will find a way regardless of whatever you choose. Good soundproofing might save some embarrassment and I wouldn't worry too much about heating as you'll be generating your own. I've always looked with a tad envy at larger centre cockpit boats as some have great bonkatoriums aft. Does size matter? Think about how many babies have been conceived in the back of Minis !!!!

 

[Gin]

Reviewing the many replies here, I reckon I may be out of sync. with community?

I reckon my libido is average + but I don't rate double berths and whilst I may lust after the creature comforts I really don't like the onboard antics and I'm quite happy and even more appreciative to wait for the homecoming!.

Am I alone in this, or will macho instincts prevail?

 

[FullCircle]

Reviewing the many replies here, I reckon I may be out of sync. with community?

I reckon my libido is average + but I don't rate double berths and whilst I may lust after the creature comforts I really don't like the onboard antics and I'm quite happy and even more appreciative to wait for the homecoming!.

Am I alone in this, or will macho instincts prevail?

isn't that what I inferred?

 

[Vanilla]

....how the requirements for ‘passion’ on board could be satisfied – by that I mean features of the boat that assist as opposed to hinder this.

A rich, fit skipper, with a GSOH, who trims his sails at just the right time ensuring a perfect degree of twist and camber

 

[puddock]

I tend to favour the "is the VHF switched on?" method.
Upon feeling the urge, I ask SWMBO to pop her head down the companionway to check that the VHF is switched on. (lower washboard previously installed).
At just the right moment, slot the upper board in place, thus pinning SWMBO in a manner not unlike the "stocks" of old and "hey presto".
I am however on the sex offenders register, albeit under two different names......... only kidding!