South Coast - Cheap boating option

[ontheplane]

I ’ve been in a similar situation with a 24’ cruiser and the trailer vs. marina debate. From my experience, while trailer storage like Bucklers Hard seems cheaper, the hidden costs add up quickly — tow car, insurance, fuel, maintenance, and the hassle of launching every time. It can turn what should be fun into a bit of a chore.

Yes I’ve been through all that myself - s’why Id like to find one that does a tractor launch for you

To balance it tho a bit, it does save on antifoul, anodes and boat maintenance…

 

[stranded]

Yes I’ve been through all that myself - s’why Id like to find one that does a tractor launch for you

To balance it tho a bit, it does save on antifoul, anodes and boat maintenance…

Although it may not be practical for you given your usage pattern, we have just moved into what for us is a first ‘Port a Terre” contract, in south Brittany. 10 lifts and launches a year inclusive - drop them an email and the boat will be waiting for you on a pontoon; toss them the keys when you head home and they will collect from the pontoon and put her back ashore. 4 months over winter on pontoon, all inclusive, plus 2 free weeks on pontoon in peak July and August and a further 2 weeks at other times of the year, PLUS full fat Passport Escale - £4.5k for 44ft.

 

[ontheplane]

That’s a good deal for sure