In article TdKgf.207483$ir4.176733@edtnps90,
Capt.Mooron wrote:
Jonathan Ganz" wrote in message
I would think a bulb-like or fin keel would be more appropriate for
what you're looking for. The Cal, for example, has a fairly modern
keel design, given how long ago it was designed.

http://www.sealsspars.com/classy20footer.html


The Cal 20 is a ridiculous choice. It's all cockpit and no cabin. It
performs poorly in heavy air and it is no easier to step the mast than on a
Nordica 16 or Nordica 20.

You know nothing about the Cal, obviously. It was designed for sailing
on the SF bay, and handles heavy air with out a problem. It's a
relatively dry boat for its size and has a very decent interior, with,
as I said room for three if necessary. Cals have crossed the Pacific
more than a few times.

I can't speak to the comparison of stepping the mast with a Nordica,
but it's pretty easy to do if you plan it well. I put it up on the
water with one other person, and on the hard it would be easier.

The Nordica 20 is one of the few boats that has an inboard diesel, can be
ramp launched and will sleep 4 in comfort with a built in head , galley and
has only a 2.5ft draft. It will out perform a Cal 20 anyday as I have proven
on many occasions. You can actually walk around the deck of a Nordica 20 and
it has life lines all around. The 2 cylinder diesel can be hand cranked,
there is actual plumbing with a sink and stove inside. The bunks are 8 feet.
The storage is excellent.

Why the heck would I want the weight of an inboard engine on a 20 foot
boat??? That's crazy. I suppose the Nordica 20 has 6 foot headroom
also. New ones are wildly expensive... $15K, whereas you can get a Cal
20 that is near perfect for under $2K. The Cal will kick your butt all
over the bay and back. You wouldn't stand a chance.

Fairly modern keel design... what a laugh! The Cal 20 is a low end pig in a
poke.

Like the Nordica has a modern one.... right, sure.

The Cal's keel was way a head of its time. And, it still performs
better than many newer boats.

Ok. Now, it's time for you to make a personal attack....

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