Recent content by Azul

Sawdust, that's the sort of real world comparison I was looking for. Thanks!

I occasionally see C-Dory classics advertised at attractive prices. In theory, the later boats with the moderate deadrise in the forward sections should pound less in a chop than its flat-bottomed predecessor. But, is the difference in performance truly significant?

Noreaster, thanks for the explanation of why people occasionally bury the bow. Again, my experience is mostly on displacement hulls. I have not operated a boat with trim tabs for any length of time. It is reassuring to know that the boat has good manners in following seas if properly trimmed...

I understand that everyone has a high degree of confidence in their boats. I'm sure that's for a reason. However, I have read of more than one instance now of C-Dorys coming off of large wakes and burying the bow. Those sorts of accounts should get one's attention. Most of my experience is...

I've been lurking on the site for several months, learning about C-Dorys and considering if one should be my next boat. I have to say that I am a bit concerned about this tendency to bury the bow in steep waves. In my mind, that's but one step away from a broach. It strikes me that in large...

My part of the world doesn't get hot, but we have lots of humidity. The only times I have had mildew or condensation issues has been when I've shut the boat up. Inadequate ventilation contributes to more than mildew. It can lead to rot and corrosion in components prone to such. I would give...

Thanks for the comeback, Richard. I'm glad that your setup works for you. Here in Alaska, the waters must be a bit livelier than where you cruise. I have parted mooring lines due to inattention to chafing gear.

That's a nice looking install. Do you tie off the rode to the bow cleat? The foredeck is so small on the 22 that I can see why it is necessary to place the winch in front of the cleat. But with a horizontal winch, it seems that the winch body is in the way. I would be concerned about chafe...

I am currently researching C-Dory with the idea of purchasing in the next twelve months. Does C-Dory still use this style of window or have they changed to one that does not have the seal problem? If they have changed windows, what year was the change? I've looked at a number of older boats...