Moving up which boat

[JohnL]

Hi all, I have sold my Corribee and now want a bigger boat 24-26ft, standing headroom,seperate heads,and most important must sail reasonably well and have diesel inboard and twin keels as my mooring dries on springs. I would be most greatfull for all sensible advise, Thanks in advance.

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[Becky]

I was in this position a year ago. I looked at loads, short-listed several possibles and waited. Finally made asilly bid on a Moody 27, which they were asking 25K for, with almost everything, pressurised water, map plotter, hot air central heating, in-mast reefing, even radar. Bought the boat for less than 20K. Sails well, crossed the Channel at av. speed of around 5.5 knts under power, much more under sail. Windward bilge keel slaps a bit, but she is safe, and steady, and the cockpit feels really safe. There are several about at the moment. Worth looking at.

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[JohnL]

Hi, Becky 10-12K is the most I can afford so Moody are a bit to expensive.

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[yoda]

A sadler 25 or 26 should be within your budget and seems to match what you want.

Yoda

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[john_morris_uk]

Agree with yoda (Hi Yoda) I used to have a Sadler 25 bilge keel. Sailed well and I'm over 6' and don't remember it being that cramped. Semes to fit all your criteria including price.

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[JohnL]

I saw a Sadler 25 advertised before christmas in the north east where I live,I must admit she looked good in the add but I cant find it now,must have sold. Any thoughts about Centaur/Cobra750/Pegasus800. Thanks.

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[bigmart]

I am biased but, often mentioned on here, Don't forget the Colvic 26 which you should be able to pick up for around £10000 for a VGC model or less for one needing a little work.

Martin

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[ChrisL]

Recommend Gibsea, 76 or 262 vary in price 10-20K. Nice interiors, well made, bilge or swing lift centreboard we're happy with latter living on drying mooring.

Chris

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