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Originally Posted by bruce in oz  i've met cruising couples on 50'+ yachts who were looking for something smaller, i've met cirumnavigators on large yachts looking to do the same, i havent met anyone on a comfortable 27'+ looking to get a 50'+ i |
We must be meeting different type people. I have not met one person in a larger boat who wishes for something smaller. During our crossing of the SoPac this season I have met people on 3 boats who are very unhappy with their smaller boats and want larger. One single-hander decided to sail his 32-ft boat back to San Francisco to sell it and plans to start over in a couple of years in a 45-ft or larger. Women on 2 other small boats are calling it quits in NZ and flying home because they can't stand their small boats any longer. A larger boat is more comfortable for a circumnavigation and provides space for more amenities.
Biggest drawback regarding larger boat is the additional cost -- of original purchase, maintenance, insurance and berthing. And you absolutely need a really good bow thruster to assist in maneuvering in tight spaces. I could not imagine doing this in a smaller boat than what we now have, although others might have different comfort requirements.
Judy
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