My wife Lynn and I upgraded from a 35 MK 1 to our 37+, Alera. At
first it seemed like a lot of boat. But after a few uncontrolled
jibes (meh), we got the hang of it and now we really love it. And
the two of us have no problems handling her. We spent three full For
what it's worth, meeks cruising the San Juans and Gulf Islands last
year and this year did it again. Seems like the nore time we spend
cruising on her the better it gets.
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Date: Thu, 10 Oct 2013 18:56:06 -0400
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Subject: Re: Stus-List Advice for sailing shorthanded on C&C 38 or 35
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Jim,
I don't know your experience level, but I went from 27 to 36, no
problem. I won't own a boat I can't sail alone. Frankly, the 36 is
easier than the 27.
I know everyone wants everything back to cockpit, but think about
the clutter too. Depends on how nimble you are. A good reefing
system for main and roller furled headsail are the first things on my list.
My 2cents
Bill Walker.
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From: "Jim Lynch" <lynchja...@comcast.net>
To: <cnc-list@cnc-list.com>
Subject: Stus-List Advice for sailing shorthanded on C&C 38 or 35
Date: Thu, Oct 10, 2013 6:18 PM
Hi gang,
I'm determined to buy an old C&C 38 or 35 primarily as a cruiser.
I'm considering a 1977 C&C 38 Mark II in great shape. My biggest concern
is whether the boat is too large and too tender for my wife and I to
handle it cruising through inland waters of Washington state. It feels
doable, especially with a smallish jib on the furler, the traveler/main
sheet in the companionway and the main halyard routed to the cockpit.
But would the 35 be considerably easier to handle shorthanded? (Their
cabintop tavelers seem awkward when shorthanded.) Or should I consider
other old and affordable C&Cs like the 33, 34 or 36? I've cruised in
heavy boats and raced in light boats. I'm looking for a fun affordable
C&C compromise. I'd appreciate any input, especially from 38 owners or
people who've had to make similar decisions.
Thanks a lot, Jim
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Tom Buscaglia
SV Alera
C&C 37+/40
Vashon Island WA
(206) 463-9200
www.sv-alera.com
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