Hello. Nice to join in on this impressive forum. I am anxious to meet people and learn more about the wonderful world of sailing. My wife and I have a small “trailer sailer” which has been fun to own for the past few years. Unfortunately, like most of us working people, I have used it far less than anticipated and though I love it (and may keep it) my heart is yearning for a 30+ foot cruiser. After taking lessons on
SF bay and enjoying the spaciousness and stability of a 30 foot
Hunter I came to the conclusion that this is the way to spend my spare time. Our plan is to meet other couples in the
SF Bay Area who share our desire and possibly form a
partnership in a late model cruiser. Hopefully, this forum will help us get started. Since we are limited on time (40 hour
work week) and funds (no six figure
income here) our best bet is to share
ownership and time with others and keep within a
budget (hence, my user name). If there are any of you in the Bay Area that are interested please contact me. I have done some of the math so I can share some cost/time examples of shared
ownership. Thanks. Of course we are available on weekends if anyone needs crew or company (snacks? drinks?). Happy to serve! Thanks.