"Capt. JG" wrote
.... I've owned
trailer-sailers, and I've sailed with others who own them. They're not
particularly difficult to launch/retrieve.

Some are, some aren't. A lot depends on size & type.

"Steve" wrote:
I've never had to deal with transporting/launching a boat so I guess I'm
pretty ignorant about what is involved. I'm glad to hear it isn't difficult
as it adds another option for me. Thanks!

It's a good option to consider if dock space is at a premium in your
area. I had several different trailerable boats for years.... decades,
actually, looking back on it.... mostly on the smallish side because I
prefer smaller economical tow vehicles. My wife and I sailed & cruised
many 2 week vacations in a 19 footer, all over the East Coast. Your
sailing area expands when you can go port-to-port at 65mph.

OTOH the additional time involved in trailering & rigging & launching,
plus the maintenance of the trailer which can cause catastrophic
failure if overlooked or done poorly, convince many people that they
want an "in-water" boat. It's a matter of setting your priorities.

Fresh Breezes- Doug King

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"Capt. JG" wrote
.... I've owned
trailer-sailers, and I've sailed with others who own them. They're not
particularly difficult to launch/retrieve.

Some are, some aren't. A lot depends on size & type.

Certainly, but I think it's more about time/patience rather than size/type.


"Steve" wrote:
I've never had to deal with transporting/launching a boat so I guess I'm
pretty ignorant about what is involved. I'm glad to hear it isn't
difficult
as it adds another option for me. Thanks!

It's a good option to consider if dock space is at a premium in your
area. I had several different trailerable boats for years.... decades,
actually, looking back on it.... mostly on the smallish side because I
prefer smaller economical tow vehicles. My wife and I sailed & cruised
many 2 week vacations in a 19 footer, all over the East Coast. Your
sailing area expands when you can go port-to-port at 65mph.

OTOH the additional time involved in trailering & rigging & launching,
plus the maintenance of the trailer which can cause catastrophic
failure if overlooked or done poorly, convince many people that they
want an "in-water" boat. It's a matter of setting your priorities.

Yeah, I stepped off the dock one time, mast in hand.


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