I'm tall help me choose the right boat :)

[Whereznorth]

Hello all,

I know this question has been asked a few times already but I wanted to get some updated opinions on what monohull will be right for me with the following conditions.

Im in the market for a cruiser liveaboard that I'll hopefully use for many years to come and put some decent nm on it. The issue I'm having after scouring yacht world and alike is Headroom I've been around a couple yachts and it's just not something I'm willing to compromise on. I'm 6'5 in height so anything that can accomodate this whilst in the galley or cabin I'll seriously consider. The following are my current criteria;

Headroom in galley and cabin 6'5 or higher
Length of vessel 35-41ft any larger or smaller I don't think I'll be comfortable sailing or living in
Budget is around $50,000 - $65,000 Aus dollars, may consider going higher for the right yacht
Centre cockpit would be ideal but not a make or break for me
Cruiser design yacht

Any suggestions for designs or models will be appreciated.

Thanks,

Whereznorth

[Mike OReilly]

I assume you're in Australia, so this probably won't help, but the first boat I owned was a Grampian 34; a centre cockpit ketch. It had 7' of headroom in the main salon, and at least 6'6" in the forward and aft. They only made about 50 of them, and they're pretty old now. But they'd certainly be within your budget.

[Don C L]

An old Columbia 43 is an example of one that has lots of room. I don't know how many of them made it over your way though. Is an older boat ok? And as you probably know, it's not just headroom but bunk lengths too to check for.

https://sailboatdata.com/sailboat/columbia-43

Also there are a number of boats that came in pilot house versions that could be good candidates.

[Fore and Aft]

Whereznorth I have no idea how she sails or even if she has head room but this 43 foot Cheoy Lee Motor sailor matches your budget and judging by the topsides should be close to 6' plus headroom.
Cheers

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[Whereznorth]

Thanks everyone for the prompt replies. I’ve noted all suggestions and the search begins. I have stumbled across this roberts 36 and I wanted to get an opinion on it from another set of eyes https://www.boatsonline.com.au/boats...erts-36/289162 .

I’m aware they have issues with quality due to various builders, but it seems like this one has had some time spent on it.

Don, I’m hoping to keep in the 80’s and earlier for age.

[neilpride]

I have sent you a pm.

[Fore and Aft]

Whereznorth that Roberts looks ok. What's with the engine painted Volvo green and the alternator bracket? Has it been given a Dulux rebuild? 70hp is twice the power you really need. At least you can go wakeboarding behind her when motoring flat out.
Cheers

[boatman61]

Originally Posted by Whereznorth

Thanks everyone for the prompt replies. I’ve noted all suggestions and the search begins. I have stumbled across this roberts 36 and I wanted to get an opinion on it from another set of eyes https://www.boatsonline.com.au/boats...erts-36/289162 .

I’m aware they have issues with quality due to various builders, but it seems like this one has had some time spent on it.

Don, I’m hoping to keep in the 80’s and earlier for age.

Looks good to me..

[SY Harmony]

Originally Posted by Whereznorth

Hello all,

I know this question has been asked a few times already but I wanted to get some updated opinions on what monohull will be right for me with the following conditions.

Headroom in galley and cabin 6'5 or higher
Length of vessel 35-41ft any larger or smaller I don't think I'll be comfortable sailing or living in
Budget is around $50,000 - $65,000 Aus dollars, may consider going higher for the right yacht
Centre cockpit would be ideal but not a make or break for me
Cruiser design yacht

Any suggestions for designs or models will be appreciated.

Thanks,

Whereznorth

A little out of your specs, but Endeavour / Irwin 32
With over 600 hulls made there has to be a few in Australia. I’m 6’ and have 3-5” of head room from the companionway to the vberth. The bunk lengths may be a bigger problem for good sleep. Both settes and the 1/4 are right at 6’. You should be able to stretch out in the vberth tho.

Cheers

[c.K.]

Originally Posted by Whereznorth

Hello all,

I know this question has been asked a few times already but I wanted to get some updated opinions on what monohull will be right for me with the following conditions.

Im in the market for a cruiser liveaboard that I'll hopefully use for many years to come and put some decent nm on it. The issue I'm having after scouring yacht world and alike is Headroom I've been around a couple yachts and it's just not something I'm willing to compromise on. I'm 6'5 in height so anything that can accomodate this whilst in the galley or cabin I'll seriously consider. The following are my current criteria;

Headroom in galley and cabin 6'5 or higher
Length of vessel 35-41ft any larger or smaller I don't think I'll be comfortable sailing or living in
Budget is around $50,000 - $65,000 Aus dollars, may consider going higher for the right yacht
Centre cockpit would be ideal but not a make or break for me
Cruiser design yacht

Any suggestions for designs or models will be appreciated.

Thanks,

Whereznorth

Hey I.m 6'6" and own a CSY 33 with inches to spare !

[Madehn]

Might be out of size price range but gulfstar 47s have around 6 ft 6 in headroom.

[Whereznorth]

Originally Posted by c.K.

Hey I.m 6'6" and own a CSY 33 with inches to spare !

C.K, thanks for the suggestion, as an owner what's your thoughts on the following https://moreboats.com/boats/csy/33/467588 ?

[Rohan]

In general, the new-ish Hanse boats have enormous headroom.

[Winf]

Ours is a Southcoast 36. Very similar to the Roberts you mentioned.

This was my 2c worth in another thread here:

https://www.cruisersforum.com/forums...om-219512.html

Originally Posted by Winf

Hiya

At 6'5" I can give you my take.

I won't comment on suitable designs as I can only draw on our first and only boat so far which is 36'.

Headroom was a big issue for me (I thought) when we were looking to buy and very few boats if any we looked at that we could afford had it. I had an attitude of "it's full headroom or its nothing." I kind of gave up focus on that because of lack of availability.

I don't get full headroom throughout ours but I mostly have it down the centreline when below.

We are a centre cockpit sloop with a solid "dodger" (not sure if that is correct nautical term but it is covered and enclosed on 3 sides) and to be honest I now consider that and full headroom when lying in the main bunk to be a higher priority than full standing headroom.

We add a canvas cover to the dodger so the cockpit area is fully covered and the area has such good shelter from the weather we spend a lot of our time there, both day and night. The canvas comes down when sailing but the dodger on its own keeps the wind out and any spray. The helm position isn't covered but the majority of time when under way we are on auto or wind vane and can tuck up in the front of the cockpit under full cover.

We are coastal cruisers only and are in warm climates so that may change for other situations. When cruising we generally day sail and anchor at night but have done up to 4 day passages. We share galley duties - I don't get full headroom when in the galley but it's close. We use the bbq outside a lot for meals.

In the head/shower, we sit for both showering and toilet.

When kicking back in the salon reading or whatever, again sitting for the majority of time.

I wouldn't want to be really hunched over but my head touching the ceiling or having to bend here and there hasn't been a biggie for me.

I am now much more aware of where we spend actual time when aboard and I suspect if I could work out a percentage, most of it would be sitting or laying down. If ever we buy another, the comfort of those spaces would be higher up my list of priorities than standing headroom.

We kind of knew our boat was ours when we first checked it out - and strangely it was not at all like what I had in my mind as to what I thought I wanted.

Admittedly, my admiral is a shorty so can appreciate the opposite consideration on your part.

Enjoy the journey.

Winf

[Rod Headlee]

6' 10" + or - headroom in the Mason 43 through out.