Scott,

I believe you and I have about the right size boat for being able to
single hand. I think this has a lot to do with usage. Question; How
much bigger do you think you could go before wanting a crew to help you
(Needing a crew) sail.

I find as I'm getting older, I'm more at ease with some one else on the
boat. This wasn't always true. I loved those trips by myself with no
time limits or distance limits. Very loose float plans for my kids and
the boat and dog my only companion.

You seem to sail the same way. Do you think a bigger boat would please
you more?

Ole Thom

Thom, I'll be 50 this year (gag) and I'm slowing down a bit. My anchor gets
heavier every year. I think up to 40' I could single hand, especialy with RF
and good winches.
I don't think a bigger boat makes much difference ,as far as sailing,
anyway. When I sailed the Mac, I was just as happy as I am now (same sunny
weather, same moon, etc.), the big difference is at anchor, having more
room, stand up room in the cabin, a shower and real 'toilet' .

Yes, ''sailing schedule'' is an oxymoron to me.

Scotty


"Thom Stewart" wrote in message
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Scott,

I believe you and I have about the right size boat for being able to
single hand. I think this has a lot to do with usage. Question; How
much bigger do you think you could go before wanting a crew to help you
(Needing a crew) sail.

I find as I'm getting older, I'm more at ease with some one else on the
boat. This wasn't always true. I loved those trips by myself with no
time limits or distance limits. Very loose float plans for my kids and
the boat and dog my only companion.

You seem to sail the same way. Do you think a bigger boat would please
you more?

Ole Thom