In the world of "practical boating" Doug has made it quite clear"
Trawlers are more practical than sailboats for cruising.

Now, I'm just a day sailor and weekend cruiser, but you don't have to
be a rocket scientist to see why Doug's right. Here's why:

1) Trawlers typically have less draft and can go more places.
2) Trawlers have no tall masts and can pass under bridges.
3) Trawlers have long range and could economy among powerboats.

Now here are the advantages of a sailboat or Motorsailor:

1) Can have low draft for entry to any place a trawler can go.
2) Easy to get most bridges to open up.
3) Unlimited range under sail.
4) Can't be crippled due to engine failure.
5) requires much less fuel and pollutes less.
6) Quiet under sail and beautiful
7) Often more seaworthy

Hmmmmm, maybe you do need to be a rocket scientist!


RB
35s5...sailing because it's better!
NY

Nutsy,

You neglected to mention; They can get to the better moorages 1st;
Their speed does not depend on wind strength; They can go faster to the
best moorages directly (No Tacking) They can make a full pot of coffee
while under way:^); They can get under way and anchor with a simple turn
of the key ( No sails to furl) and best of all, they can voyage anytime
with or without wind and set a direct course.

The way you sail;--- a hour or two and just around LI Sound, it would
make sense for you. BUT---- It wouldn't be sailing. I can't think of a
nicer way to waste time than to be under sail. Been doing it for years.

Thom
P/S forgot to mention; They make a much better "Committee Boat" for
Sailboat Races than any Sailing Vessel, by far!




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They can get under way and anchor with a simple turn
of the key ( No sails to furl) and best of all, they can voyage anytime

with or without wind and set a direct course.



Is this ad copy from the Kia Sedona Minivan website????



RB
35s5
NY