Is bigger better? Help!

Another way to try, that is a bit less adrenaline producing, is to leave one engine (the 'inside' engine) in gear, idling forward, so that it can be used as a pivot point. Having the prop engaged to the water, even slow, acts like a pivot point. That way you usually only have to forward and reverse and change throttle on the engine "outside" the turn.

John
 
Twin, counterrotating, well separated, engines offer a great deal of maneuverability not found in a single.

For beginners, leaving the stering straight on while using only the F-N-R shifters is the easiest.

Once you get that down, and you take the time necessary to think through beforehand how you are going to accomplish a maneuver from start to finish, you can use the wheel as well for greater control.

I've never handled a C-Dory with twins, but my Sea Ray is a blast once you get the hang of it.

Joe.
 
Well there you go folks! Joel of SEA3PO says twins are "fun" and Joe of Sea Wolf says twins are a "blast".

Therefore, I rest my case....for a good time go with TWINS! :lol:
 
After my first season on my 22 foot cruiser, I don't think there is another boat that can beat it for economy, and ability to trailer. I have had 4 people out in it with no problems. One of the upgrades I did was add a second battery and bilge pump in the stern. With the floor boards and the high free board it stays completely dry. I have been completely satisfied and really love the 22 foot cruiser. Of coarse if price is not a problem a 25 foot boat would be a lot roomier.
 
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