Looking out at the beautiful big boats in the marina from my humble 25 footer makes me often want to work harder on land and move up. I often dream about owning a big boat. More respect, hotter women, faster cruising, more space.

Downside, more expense, more problems, need crew.

I enjoy the simplicity of showing up at the marina alone, setting off in under a minute and easily sailing single handed.

In the end, i think i am content with 25ft and seriously considering taking her off the market.

I would probably like a bigger boat but I don't really want one. I have had a bigger boat before but a 34 footer I find is ideal for me as I can handle it on my own when necessary.

I'd like a 28-32 foot sloop on a mooring out the front of the relos house. Just something a bit more homely inside.

Supersonic27 said..

27ft just a tad small for a family of 5.

Always wanted a BIG boat, but reality of expense, maintenance etc has finally sunk in. So when I finally get the bloody house paid off, and can go cruising...maybe then.

For now, just coastal sailing, a nice cav32, or a mottle 33 would fit the bill just nicely.

3 kids in private school (and piano lessons, drama, swimming squad, tennis, etc etc etc). Makes it a little bit hard,

Sounds exactly what I,m about to finish at the end of this year (no more private school fees). Heading to Airlie for a couple of weeks over New Year to really sus the place out . As for the bigger boat, 45 ft plus . Maybe something like this http://www.boatsales.com.au/boats-for-sale/sail/?sort=default&silo=stock&N=4294869431&eapi=2&vertical=boat&base=604+896+607. Expence is one thing I will factor into any decision on buying a bigger boat. If its too expensive, sell the house

Hmmmmmm lotto . Would make it so much simpler

Happy with 33'. Jealous of my neighbours 42' stinkboat-Sea Commander,stacks of room inc big screen TV lol

crustysailor said..


no, 30' is big enough thanks.

Anyway, don't go longer, just add more hulls.

Mmmmmmmm 30-33 ft multi hull, room to party.........it HAS crossed my mind.....there are so many things right with them. No heeling, heaps of room, TWO motors AND sails........big icebox, more beer, and plenty of room for a nice big BBQ.......I could come over to the dark side