will you end up in a power boat??????????????

[Twister_Ken]

Yes

It's an 8ft Avon with a 2hp Yamaha.

I end up in it after every trip (else I can't go ashore).

I 'm sure the outboard fuel costs me more per season than than does the diesel for the mothership!

 

[Guest]

Why not compromise and get a true motorsailer such as a Fisher? If you don't feel like sailing just potter around, but if the wind is just right hoist the sails and enjoy a gentle sail. Being a motorsailer you don't have to feel too guilty about using the engine when others bashing to windward.

I once chartered a 30 ft Grand Banks for a week and had a delightful time. Couldn't go more than 8 knots but didn't really matter as I was not in great hurry. Helming from the flying bridge was a bit of a novelty, but the steps may get a bit tricky when the ol pins start to fail! Great sitting in deckchairs on the afterdeck, with BBQ and beer, and watching the sunset. A real gentleman's power boat.