Sniff...

Da Nag · Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2014 10:37 pm Post subject: Sniff...

...she's gone. Last pic with me as owner.

Da Nag is in fine hands and living close by in sunny Sequim.

Hmmm...what are these?

JamesTXSD · Posted: Thu Jul 03, 2014 11:16 pm Post subject:

Two happiest days? Not always. Good luck with the next chapter. It is not easy to say good-bye to a good boat.

Best wishes,
Jim

BaseCampAnne · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 1:18 am Post subject:

I agree with Jim, who said it better than I can.

Hopefully a new door will be there to open...

Lizarry · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 1:48 am Post subject:

TwentyFive years ago or so I sold an old Harley that I really enjoyed , even though I have had numerous Harleys since that one it still holds a spot in my heart / mind ......If I had it to do all over again I would never have sold it . Even though it was an old cantankerous beast that always seemed to need some mechanical attention , it was the best running smoothest ride I ever had and I miss her . So Bill I hope that the same thing does not befall you . On another note did you just let a cat out of the bag ..... a a Tug ????

colobear · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 1:51 am Post subject:

A row of tiny toots...no...tinny toots....no...tiny tugs...no,no...nor...nordhalfs...no...tordicnooters....I give up.

hardee · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 4:46 am Post subject:

Is there going to be a new forum? ......Nordinerds?

Wonder if the new owners live up on the hill above me? Sure has been quiet about who but not where.

Whomever....Welcome to the Sequim Contingent,

And the Brats, a really great boating family.

Bill, now you'll have more time for bike trips:mrgreen: some decisions in life are not irreversible. Good thing this is one of them. Mr. Green

Harvey
SleepyC Moon

Will-C · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 8:37 am Post subject: Sniff...

I'm thinking from a couple not so subtle hints dropped there is a Nordic Tug in your future? What size? 32,34,37, or bigger? If I were to move up that's exactly the way we would go. The 32/34 would fit us nicely. A NORT NUT!
D.D.

ghone · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 12:57 pm Post subject:

That's the tug line up at Cap Sante Annacortes. Take yer pick, nice boats! Good luck with what's next. New fleet mothership 49?

Da Nag · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 3:07 pm Post subject:

Da Nag's new owner is Doug, and his lovely wife whose name I've already forgotten. Not to worry - Doug has an account here, but has been one of those all too common lurkey types. He'll no doubt share all soon, but he's off with his new red boat for the 4th of July weekend - so let's give him a few days. He's definitely interested in joining up with us on future cruises once he's comfortable on the boat.

And yes, Harvey - he's seen your boat. I really like the guy...he can't for the life of himself understand why anyone would want twins. Mr. Green

As to the next chapter...it's a tad too early to get into specifics, but we'll let the kitty's head pop out a little bit.

Yup, a Nordic Tug - but just the little ol' 26. Much as we drooled over the 32, it's simply beyond current budget. Finding a nice one is at least 50% more than a 26, but more importantly - it relegates us to a slip and all the costs that go along with that. I've already got a trailer lined up for a 26, and while she may stay in the water much of the time - that's at our discretion, unlike the 32. There also are many more contenders for our consideration in the 32 range beyond Nordic, but the 26 really seems to hit a sweet spot we couldn't find in any other boat.

We're in contract with one right now, offer accepted. Sea trial on Saturday, survey to follow.

As to the big question - why - the answer is simple. The lovely Dana is excited about this, which makes me excited. As is no doubt clear to many of you in the PNW, my attendance at gatherings has been nearly non-existent. Not for lack of wanting on my part - I've missed y'all terribly. However, Dana never took to the 22 - and until recently, I misunderstood this as not liking boating altogether. Truth is - she loves the idea, as long as we've room to do so in relative comfort with 2 dogs.

As to other boats - compared to the NT26, we're not enamored with the interior of a C-Dory 25 or TomCat. Both of which are certainly more spacious than a 22, but with the 9' 6" beam of the Nordic - it simply feels gigantic for it's size, and dwarfs either of the C-Dorys in usable storage and interior space. On one of our test cruises, we had 5 people aboard - and nobody was in the salon. Never once did we feel cramped. Also, we love the separation of space - something that's often considered a drawback by others, and seems to be one of the main selling points of Ranger. Rangers were not an option for us not only because of this, but they're simply priced well beyond our reach.

Anyway, we prefer stepping down from the cockpit into the salon, back up to the pilot house, and back down again to the v-berth/head - having these four distinct areas allows us to enjoy each of these spaces individually with the occasional need for privacy. For example, one thing this will help facilitate - our sleeping patterns. It's quite common for Dana and me to go to bed at different times, and we don't always get up together either. Dana's discovered the joy of sleeping in with dogs, while I'm typically up far earlier. With the huge separation of the v-berth from the salon, we're free to enjoy these spaces more easily than if they were in closer proximity to each other.

And lastly...while I completely understand the pros/cons of speed, we've discovered the joys of 6-8 knots. We not only enjoy the calmer pace, but we've no need to cover more distance in shorter periods of time. Sure, we might need to pick a larger weather window when dealing with the occasional larger body of water - but again, we're in no rush. And, at somewhere right around 1GPH - the range and economy is extremely appealing.

More details on the actual boat itself when this becomes a reality...and yes, we'll pop in to C-Brat gatherings on our non-compliant vessel. I mean, come on - do you guys really think you can kick me outta here?

hardee · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 3:42 pm Post subject:

Hey Bill,

Congrats on the sale and hope all goes really well on the sea trial. The logic on the choice is great. "If Mama is happy, everyone is happy" and we know that is important.

DuckDogTitus · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 4:20 pm Post subject:

I had 4 1960-66 Chevy C10s, and one later body lowrider silverado that I built basically from scratch. I won't miss any of those nearly as much as I'll miss my C-dory if I ever get rid of it.

I like your recap on the Nordic vs other options, size, the Rangers, etc. My wife and I are in love with the Rangers and if one ever is in our range, it will obviously be the 25, used, first.... for basically every single reason you just listed. I didn't even think of an under 30ft nordic.

is that with the 110hp yanmar? really good fuel economy from what I've read. I hope to see more of your vessel on the forums!!

Da Nag · Posted: Fri Jul 04, 2014 4:53 pm Post subject:

Chuckpacific · Posted: Sat Jul 05, 2014 9:34 pm Post subject:

The instant you realize that 6-8 knots is something you're comfortable with you start looking at other things...

Da Nag · Posted: Sun Jul 06, 2014 12:59 am Post subject:

Yup...she's a happy Dana, even after the sea trial.

Lizarry · Posted: Sun Jul 06, 2014 1:07 am Post subject:

It ain't RED .... Hey Bill did ya notice that , that tug is Blue ? Looks good and the wife looks happy . Sooooo when does she come home with you ?