I think id prefer to put up with the 'dangers' of a wide cockpit, than be so awfully cramped when I get to where I'm going. I do love older boats, but I'd never buy one-just too much work and so little space. Most of the measures for what make these boats 'safe' are absolute bunk anyway, especially in regards to righting ability and comfort. I think the main benefit is they perhaps require less attention when sailing, but this is only in certain conditions. For most people, a production boat is more suitable for what they do, even if they think they are Bluewater sailors-they won't be.. Maybe a crossing every other year is all, and a properly outfitted production boat will do the job every time. I've yet to go on a production boat that doesn't have enough hand or hip holds-its just not an issue. Give me a nice comfortable large cockpit where I can read a book on passage... Mmm (or a Hans Christian)... Haha🙂impossible not to love them
Good points, especially regarding the frequency of offshore passages. For the majority of people, the comfort of a production boat is adequate! Our recommendations are based on our personal offshore experiences in large seas & heavy winds.
Handholds are a must, as is cockpit space. Down below though. . look at all those apartment style beneteaus - nothing to hold on to. Obviously not meant for serious sailing.
Corbin 39 ? Great video . More people should learn what makes a great "blue water" boat . You hit all the marks without going to deep ,
Good eye! Yes, a Corbin 39 was main boat reviewed on camera. We appreciate the comment!
I think id prefer to put up with the 'dangers' of a wide cockpit, than be so awfully cramped when I get to where I'm going. I do love older boats, but I'd never buy one-just too much work and so little space. Most of the measures for what make these boats 'safe' are absolute bunk anyway, especially in regards to righting ability and comfort. I think the main benefit is they perhaps require less attention when sailing, but this is only in certain conditions. For most people, a production boat is more suitable for what they do, even if they think they are Bluewater sailors-they won't be.. Maybe a crossing every other year is all, and a properly outfitted production boat will do the job every time. I've yet to go on a production boat that doesn't have enough hand or hip holds-its just not an issue. Give me a nice comfortable large cockpit where I can read a book on passage... Mmm (or a Hans Christian)... Haha🙂impossible not to love them
Good points, especially regarding the frequency of offshore passages. For the majority of people, the comfort of a production boat is adequate! Our recommendations are based on our personal offshore experiences in large seas & heavy winds.
I was a ex merchant seaman was never blue water deep sea. Blue water is the med or carib.
Handholds are a must, as is cockpit space. Down below though. . look at all those apartment style beneteaus - nothing to hold on to. Obviously not meant for serious sailing.
Do you have to be in good physical shape to sail I have knee problems will that stop me from sailing? Hugh from Virginia