My wife and I are trying to decide upon a suitable boat for doing the canals and waterways of the northeast. We are experienced great lakes cruisers having owned sail and power boats to 34 feet. Some of the parameters on our wish list include: standing headroom, head with shower, walk around decks, 15 mph cruise when possible, aft cockpit, comfy sleeping for two, glass or steel or aluminum construction. We have considered the Nordic 26 and Albin 27 and Marinette 28 as well as a variety of downeasters under 30 feet.
Smaller is better. Simplicity is important. And, since cost is a factor, it will be used, not new.
Any ideas?
Thanks, Ken