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
 
That's exactly how I've been learning. Works great for me.

Warren
 
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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