Cdory 25 at the 2015 SBS

starcrafttom · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 2:50 am Post subject:

Ira, that is the only fish box I have seen in a 25 and I like it as lot. Not in the new boats.

hardee · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 2:08 pm Post subject:

I spent some time on the CD25 and it is a pretty nice boat. The drawers under the helm seat are NICE. My 22 had them when I got it. they were custom mode by the PO. I like the wood touches in the interior, like the LED lights, and all the room. Like the position (starboard cabin aft), of the head/shower, (which was there all the time, but not all of the marketing crew were aware of that, or where it was, early on.) IF I was in the market, (and between the CW and the CD) it would be the CD, and It would not have a traditional head, macerator and holding tank. IT WOULD be an "Airhead" with the holding tank converted to storage or fresh water tank. That should be the factory default, in my opinion. There are really no negatives to the Airhead system.

While there, I had a chance to visit with two couples, both who had looked at aluminum and at some other glass boats, Cut Water included. Both were positively impressed, although the fish box did come up with one set. It did not sound like it would be a deal breaker and they were told it could be added in as an option.

I also liked the step height from cockpit sole to gunnel, the step is almost half of the distance. There are inspection ports all over. The self bailing cockpit, is a good step up from the cabin sole.

The new "pleather" seating covers looks really nice and feels good. Might be a consideration for an upgrade for me, for the seats anyway. Would have to think some about changing the vee birth pads to that.

Sorry, I missed a pix of the new stripe. It does seem "bolder" at least. The trim tabs installed were a new (to me) kind, not the Bennett or Lenco.

Should I win the lottery (yes I should) a new 25CD would be on my list for sure, because i could afford that and a new truck to pull it with. If I win the lottery, (not likely), it would still be on my list. It is a nicely finished, efficient and sturdy boat.

Harvey
SleepyC Moon

tcr_pnw · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 2:30 pm Post subject:

ya'll just need one of these!

journey on · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 3:18 pm Post subject:

Good, Jeff Messmer is a great person with whom to do business and I assume whatever success the company has is in large part due to his abilities. Say hello from me.

Boris

hardee · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 3:39 pm Post subject:

One of the things I forgot to mention was that it looked like the Splash well forward wall seemed lower than what I remembered from seeing other 25's. Not sure, and forgot to ask at the SBS. Anyone know on that.

Harvey
SleepyC Moon

My IRA · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 3:55 pm Post subject:

Tom,

Our 25 was the older style deck so we ordered it with this in floor fish box (I designed it and Les made sure it was done right) with macerator which replaced the under deck holding tank for the head. We went with the Sealand traveler head (9gal. self contained holding tank). I think that anyone could order a like unit built in on a new 25. The raised deck allowed for about 12" in depth which was adequate for our needs (could hold 6+ tuna with no problems).

Jerry

Sunbeam · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 3:56 pm Post subject:

hardee · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 5:59 pm Post subject:

Agreed (I guess) there are some negatives to the Airhead. They do have to be emptied too. The water bucket, about the size of a coffee can,, maybe once a week, the solid bucket about the size of a 2 gal buckets, about once a month or less for 2 people.

Currently there are 2 active threads about macerator issues, and anyone with a holding tank knows the dealings of that and pump failure/replacement etc. or leakage. Somehow the "Airhead"* , at least for me, has no negatives.

I was thinking I had heard there would be some C-Brat involvement in the C-Dory booth display. I really think there could/should be some emphasis on the community that is appealing to the C-Dory. This "family" is one of the greatest values that came with the boat, and for many, one of the more appreciated adjuncts. This is a factor that the sales staff there, at least in my opinion, do not get, and an area that was not at all presented in anyway at the booth. For folks that are just getting into boating, The price may put them off, but when they learn that there is a very active, "support group", readily accessible, and available get togethers, with answers to all their questions, interest nearly always increases. That is something for the sales team to capitalize on.

*Or there are other types of composting toilets, but Ah is a real jewel.

Harvey
SleepyC Moon

Aurelia · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 7:22 pm Post subject:

Harvey, The transom height is the same as the older boats, although there were owners to added plastic/glass sections to raise it up and keep more spray out.

Greg

thataway · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 8:27 pm Post subject:

Ref. The composting head. We saw one instance at Lake Powell, where liquid was mixed with the fecal waste, and it was quite a mess to resolve.

If there was an instance of bowel disease where there was liquid stool, this could present quite a problem, and potential helth issue.

There is no "perfect" way of dealing with human waste. We have been thru the various ways in the past on this forum.

JamesTXSD · Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 11:31 pm Post subject:

hardee · Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 2:24 am Post subject:

Jim,

I guess I need to start paying attention to the Very Happy

air around me Mr. Green

and to the trips they take up the dock Shocked

or which dock they are going up.

How did we get "Airhead" out put and factory involvment in the same thread Embarassed

Harvey
SleepyC Moon

Byrdman · Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 5:10 am Post subject:

Yes Bob we have discussed all types of heads on the forum before. But then, look at the improvements realized in LED lighting over the past 4-5 years. Let's not give up hope on some new gee-wiz head improvements might burst onto the scene some day soon. Well...maybe burst was not the best choice of words.
There is hope...like at the new marina they have just built in Clarksville, TN. They actually put the shower house and bathrooms on dock level. Down by the boats!! That is right!!!
NO STEPS TO CLIMB!!! Idea

I have always wondered why the guys who just left the comfort of their homes...and it's bathrooms, can park on same level as the shower-house and bathrooms....and those of us who stayed at the marina over night, must walk up those terrible steep incline steps with frost on them doing that pinched cheek-penguin walk, hoping the code on the gate works the first time and the guy from the house does not plop down on the last available seat if you had been so fortunate to have a successful journey up the steep incline. Just a thought

Byrdman · Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 5:37 am Post subject:

WOW...Just saw the new posting for the 2007 26' in Texas for $65. That looks sweet if she is a clean one. Should not last long.

http://www.c-brats.com/viewtopic.php?t=22593&highlight=

Byrdman

Jazzmanic · Posted: Wed Feb 04, 2015 1:19 pm Post subject: