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From: Rafael Ongpin (no email)
Date: Mon Jan 03 2005 - 11:33:20 EST
Hi
I agree with Bob on all his points. Here are some specific suggestions:
Regarding hull type, maybe you should look into the full-displacement round
bilge types. They are almost always more economical (less resistance, thus
easier to push through the water, thus less horsepower needed) and TEND to
be more seaworthy in rough seas. Of course, they're not so fast, and they
move more in slight seas. Deep V's, though, are more for planing and
semi-planing hulls that prioritize speed over all else.
Fiberglass seems to be the material of choice in the continental US. But
there's fiberglass and fiberglass. I think many on the list will agree that
a solid hull is generally more durable and easier to repair than a cored
one. My own preference is steel, but that seems to be not as common in your
part of the world. It's tough and real easy to repair, though.
With regard to the configuration, keep an open mind. Sometimes it's more a
question of how well executed the design is than what the features are. It's
always possible to grow into a boat. For example, one head sounds like less
trouble, but if you find a boat that has everything else AND multiple heads,
why not try it on for size?
Speaking of size, maybe 40-50 feet IS closer to your requirements.
Ultimately, it's all about what you can afford, though. I'd love a Fleming
55, but I already bit off more than I can chew with my current boat at a
fraction of the price.
Rafael
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