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Forum: Monohull Sailboats 16-06-2016, 16:05
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

Perry's Tayana 37 I find very attractive. But he has his opinions, I have mine.

Regarding the benefits of a canoe stern: it is far more resistant to being pooped, while being an inherently...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 16-06-2016, 10:06
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

Only that it is easier to hookup the drive pump.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 15-06-2016, 17:29
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

Hydraulic steering is something I would avoid, as it all but eliminates any tactile feedback. Cable over pulley provides great feel, is reliable, and is simple to maintain and repair.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 15-06-2016, 17:13
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

Of course it matters! Though I much prefer a tiller, TN came with a wheel. One that's very exposed. With a tiller, I could sit forward, protected by the dodger. And the tiny cockpit would provide...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 13-06-2016, 10:36
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

This is a good idea, anyway.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 04-06-2016, 21:41
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

This looks like it's built for the job. Good looking boat.

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Forum: Monohull Sailboats 29-05-2016, 07:25
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

DH--you need not compromise if you have made a semi-custom boat, designed by a pro, and built by a reputable yard that specializes in aluminum. Otherwise there are many used boats that lend...
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 16-05-2016, 05:34
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

Snow--good post.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 13-05-2016, 04:34
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

Water ballast simply does not seem practical for a cruising boat. Makes no sense to me.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 10-05-2016, 13:58
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

Just a horrible name for a yacht.
Forum: Monohull Sailboats 09-05-2016, 21:21
Replies: 573
Views: 117,925
Posted By Terra Nova
Re: Pilothouse Variations -- Boreal

Really like the concept of an all welded aluminum boat with pilothouse, especially if the boat is left unpainted, like some I've worked on. But a hard dodger or pilothouse can be added to virtually...
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