Hi all, I decided to join this forum because almost every google search I did for sailboat reviews led me here to read some solid advice. So here I am, looking for more advice...
What are some quality sailboat options in my price range that can be found in British Columbia?(I would travel to WA or OR to buy a boat if the exchange wasn't so horrible) I am very attracted to 26-28ft pocket cruisers with full or cutaway keels.
I'm looking to spend $5000 and probably that much on retrofits and upgrades. I am a reasonably handy guy with knowledge in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
I will primarily be sailing the inner coast of Vancouver Island and looking to spend anywhere from one night to a week on the boat at a time, so cabin comfort is important to me.
I am 6'3"...... So I think I have come to terms with not being able to stand upright in any small sailboat.
Boats that have caught my eye include the Pearson Triton 28, Albin Vega 27, Bristol 27, Albin Ballad 30, Alberg 30, Vancouver 27, Southern Cross 28. I think you get the picture.
Anyone out there from this area or elsewhere who would like to share their thoughts?
Thanks in advance.
What are some quality sailboat options in my price range that can be found in British Columbia?(I would travel to WA or OR to buy a boat if the exchange wasn't so horrible) I am very attracted to 26-28ft pocket cruisers with full or cutaway keels.
I'm looking to spend $5000 and probably that much on retrofits and upgrades. I am a reasonably handy guy with knowledge in electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
I will primarily be sailing the inner coast of Vancouver Island and looking to spend anywhere from one night to a week on the boat at a time, so cabin comfort is important to me.
I am 6'3"...... So I think I have come to terms with not being able to stand upright in any small sailboat.
Boats that have caught my eye include the Pearson Triton 28, Albin Vega 27, Bristol 27, Albin Ballad 30, Alberg 30, Vancouver 27, Southern Cross 28. I think you get the picture.
Anyone out there from this area or elsewhere who would like to share their thoughts?
Thanks in advance.