seanthedeane
New member
I know, I'm "that guy" again.
I'm looking for something between 29-36 foot that will happily sail me around the UK, down to the Med then a bit further afield down the line (I dream to cross a ocean alone).
My wants are very low, mainly saftey and decent sized water and fuel tanks. It will mainly be myself, my experienced friend this year, and sometimes my partner will tag along. I Went and viewed a westerly longbow with a 2 year old engine and most everything (rigging, sails, upholstery) replaced recently, It was under 17k. But is it good enough to cross an ocean latter on? Or is there a better alternative? I can't seem to find the Avs for the longbow but everything I've read supports their seaworthiness. Plus they're plenty of room inside and still seem to sail well with decent turn of speed.
Basically I'm mid 30's and I've cought the bug. Live in a van for the last few years and have saved the money for the boat. Will probably move onto the boat and sell the van to cruise for a while. I can jump back on land and work anytime as self employed. Spent a lot of time on boats but very limited time on sailing boats. But I am a Waterman, I live for surfing big winter waves, free diving, and everything in-between. I've got a very good, experienced sailer friend who is happy to jump aboard with another experienced friend and take over/teach me hands on, I thought thats got to be the best way to learn! I'm loosley based on Cornwall but will happily travel anywhere for the right boat, even abroad if it's worth it.
All constructive criticism is thoroughly welcomed.
I'm looking for something between 29-36 foot that will happily sail me around the UK, down to the Med then a bit further afield down the line (I dream to cross a ocean alone).
My wants are very low, mainly saftey and decent sized water and fuel tanks. It will mainly be myself, my experienced friend this year, and sometimes my partner will tag along. I Went and viewed a westerly longbow with a 2 year old engine and most everything (rigging, sails, upholstery) replaced recently, It was under 17k. But is it good enough to cross an ocean latter on? Or is there a better alternative? I can't seem to find the Avs for the longbow but everything I've read supports their seaworthiness. Plus they're plenty of room inside and still seem to sail well with decent turn of speed.
Basically I'm mid 30's and I've cought the bug. Live in a van for the last few years and have saved the money for the boat. Will probably move onto the boat and sell the van to cruise for a while. I can jump back on land and work anytime as self employed. Spent a lot of time on boats but very limited time on sailing boats. But I am a Waterman, I live for surfing big winter waves, free diving, and everything in-between. I've got a very good, experienced sailer friend who is happy to jump aboard with another experienced friend and take over/teach me hands on, I thought thats got to be the best way to learn! I'm loosley based on Cornwall but will happily travel anywhere for the right boat, even abroad if it's worth it.
All constructive criticism is thoroughly welcomed.