"Roger Long" wrote in message
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You really have got me thinking about a nesting boat.

I've looked at the capacity and stability of the 8 footer. While it would
be a cool little boat, it would be most appropriate for a singlehander or
a
light weight couple. We'll be sailing with two big kids and guests, I
don't
think a dinghy this small is going to cut it. It would take three adults
in
calm water but the ferrying time under oars for six people on a weekend
sail
will just be too much.

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When we had a full crew and the Mirage 33 was on a mooring ball, two of us
would take a small dinghy out, start up the boat and motor to the little
'service' dock you see at most boat clubs. Then the rest of the crew/guests
boarded for the afternoon sail. On return, same procedure in reverse.