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Forum: Monohull Sailboats 04-05-2016, 18:30
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Posted By slanyon
Re: Getting into blue water Cruising

thanks for your advice. I have been looking at the first in Melbourne however the 2nd one in Tassie looks like a better deal. I will take your advice and find out about rigging etc. Pity its in...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 04-05-2016, 15:54
Replies: 41
Views: 12,369
Posted By slanyon
Re: Getting into blue water Cruising

There is a 1983 Swanson 36 for sale nearby. It is listed at $49k which is a stretch. Please tell me what you know about these as a coastal cruiser. Also given I won't have much cost margin, what are...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 28-04-2016, 18:51
Replies: 41
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Posted By slanyon
Re: Getting into blue water Cruising

I am wondering about a Phantom 32. How do they compare to a Cavalier 32 for coastal cruising (Australia). They look similar but how will they compare when I am south of Gabo island at 3am, enroute...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 26-04-2016, 04:25
Replies: 41
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Posted By slanyon
Re: Getting into blue water Cruising

Has anyone spotted a S&S 34 for sale which looks like a good deal? I am in Melbourne Australia. thanks
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-04-2016, 06:05
Replies: 41
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Posted By slanyon
Re: Getting into blue water Cruising

Does anyone have knowledge/experience on Ducanson 34 built in Adelaide, specifically how would they perform as a blue water cruiser for a couple? thanks :-)
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-04-2016, 05:32
Replies: 41
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Posted By slanyon
Re: Getting into blue water Cruising

Hi Ann thanks for your tip on S&S 34. I have heard good reports on them and they are on my list. I have not yet been on/in one. In Melbourne I hear there are people on waitlists for them. They are...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 22-04-2016, 01:18
Replies: 41
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Posted By slanyon
Re: Getting into blue water Cruising

thanks all, I only joined yesterday and its very good to have your inputs. A bit more criteria: I am thinking a budget of AUD 40k. I am happy for a vessel requiring work as I am an elec/mech...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 21-04-2016, 19:52
Replies: 41
Views: 12,369
Posted By slanyon
Getting into blue water Cruising

Hi I have been sailing dinghys for years but finally we are empty-nesters and looking for a yacht to take us coastal Australia, Tasmania and maybe NZ etc. I have been looking at the Cavalier 32...
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