"NH_/)_" wrote in message
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Good Points given thanks......
lessons and charters are in order, until we get some
seasoned experience before we try deep waters


If you have a reasonable amount of experience, then choosing your boat
should be a bit like buying a home. You will walk onto a boat, and get that
"fits like a glove" feeling. Make sure that she sails like you want her to.


If you are still not sure whether you want a mono- or multihull, then I
would guess that you either need more sailing experience. Alternatively,
you could buy a much cheaper boat than you are presently considering. After
a season, or two, you will have a much better idea of what you really want.

Marinas are filled with expensive boats that never get sailed. The boat
next to mine hasn't left her berth for the last three years!




Regards


Donal
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