Hi Brent First concern is his lack of sailing experience to undertake such a venture. If he wants to experience offshore sailing, suggest he look into crewing with an experienced skipper - perhaps on a delivery?? Second is the boat is very well designed and constructed with no inherent flaws. That said, it is specifically designed for smooth water and light airs, round the buoys racing and coastal cruising. It excels in these conditions. It will handle heavy air, but not comfortably as it is arguably the most tender C&C built. The centerboard itself also raises issues in heavy air or seas. The sheer age of the boat would also mandate a thorough inspection if not full replacement of essential systems such as rigging, lifelines, etc. We love our 34 (full keel) but would not think of taking her offshore.
John and Maryann Legacy III 1982 C&C 34 Noank, CT -----Original Message----- From: CnC-List [mailto:cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] On Behalf Of Brent Driedger Sent: Friday, August 30, 2013 10:26 PM To: C&C List Canada Subject: Stus-List C&C 34 Good evening. One of my crew has made an offer to purchase a C&C 34 with a centreboard. I'm guessing a very early 80s variety. I'm really unfamiliar with these boats. This guy is very enthusiastic about cruising, in his 2nd year of sailing and spent his first winter doing 7/10 of the great loop solo in a Paceship 26. His latest project is to take this C&C 34 across the Atlantic to Europe. This wouldn't be my first choice of boat for deep ocean conquests but I'm interested to know the opinions from owners etc. on how worthy a 34 cb is as a blue water solo boat. Am I under estimating its capabilities or should I provide him with caution. Cheers Brent 27-5 Lake Winnipeg Sent from my iPhone _______________________________________________ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com _______________________________________________ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com
