Looking for a C Dory 25 Cruiser

[South of Heaven]

"A little upset"?? Nah. I can't speak for anyone else, but I thought it was amusing that you went from "seriously looking for..." to "nope" in one day. Perhaps it is semantics? The difference between looking into and looking for. Folks here were giving you good input to your questions based on your initial post.

C-Dorys are great boats. For the mission you initially described, the CD-25 would work; no mention in that post about what tow vehicle you'd be using. For your revised mission, the 22 would fit. While they look similar, the two are very different, with the 25 being more than a ton heavier.

With the 22 having been produced in greater numbers than the 25, there will likely be more on the market when you are ready to start your search again.

Best wishes.

x2

 

[Aurelia]

The dreaded factory hull weights strike again!

Good luck and wish you the best on a future 22.

Greg

 

[thataway]

First you have to use one of these boats, or at the very least ride in one for a few hours.

The forward facing dinette forward seat is not a big issue. My wife sat in the rear dinette seat in all of our boats--22, 25 and Tom Cat. The reason--that the ride is better aft, and she can put her book on the table along with the drink of choice.

In the rare conditions where both eyes are needed forward--she stands or sits "side saddle" on the side of the forward seat.

The 22 is suitable for us for a month at a time--the 22 can go any place the 25 can go. The difference is the enclosed head, and a bit more room. Even though I am 6'2" and 185#, Marie 5'6" and in the 135# range, we have plenty of room for sitting and sleeping etc. Yes, you don't have the forward facing front dinette seat..and no enclosed head--plus shower--which few people use any way.

I agree with your choice of an outboard powered boat and this shows a level of sophistication beyond the average C Dory buyer.

For example would a trip to the Bahamas be any better in a 25 than a 22? Well, if the Gulf Stream is kicking up with Northerly winds--neither boat is going to be comfortable--both will be safe.

 

[ssobol]

My 22 has the reversible dinette seat. it is always set to the "dinette" position. In the 5 years we've had this boat, we've never even considered reversing the seat. My wife's preferred place is the aft dinette seat.

 

[hardee]

C-BRATS score again. David, no need to feel like the Lone Ranger, as you are not the first, and I'm sure not the last to come on board and see the light. Hey, that's what is so cool about this place. No need to go away for 6 months, or at all. Hang out here, keep reading, there is plenty more that is all of educational, fun, explanatory, nautical, fun and oh, did I say there is plenty of good fun reading here too. Cruise adventures, projects, and educational things, safety, electronics, travel and it's all done in a pretty easy, friendly manner. Mean time, keep your eye out for that super jewel that fits exactly what you are looking for, and in your price range. Oh, and don't be surprised if it is in Missoula Montana, Pende Orielle Idaho or Truth or Consequences New Mexico. The best boat isn't always the one in the next county.

Best, and Happy New Year,

Harvey
SleepyC :moon

 

[DavidM]

Thanks Harvey, that is exactly what I intend to do. I have already scanned forums on autopilot installation (although I doubt that I will want one on a 22), marine head and hot water system addition (not for me, I can live with a porta potty and solar shower), the factory manual and an interesting take on C-Dory's future written in about 2011.

The latter article was particularly interesting as it mirrors the evolution of Living Lite, an all aluminum camping trailer that was bought by Thor from the original owner/founder a few years ago and is probably going to end up almost failing like CD did in the mid to late 2000s. I own one built by the founder to its original concept and it definitely is a cult thing, just like CDs.

So, I do plan to hang around. Oh and with the lighter towing weight of the 22 I can look for anything on the east coast, SE and maybe the mid west. What is another 1,000 miles of towing to find the perfect boat.

David

 

[hardee]

David, Good to hear. Stick around, go to a gathering and take a look, meet the people and see their boats. Get a ride, or 2 or more and see what looks like it will work for you. Lot's of options, and there is a reason the 22's are so popular.

Harvey
SleepyC :moon