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BaseCampAnne
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I agree with Jim, who said it better than I can.
Hopefully a new door will be there to open...
Hopefully a new door will be there to open...
TwentyFive years ago or so I sold an old Harley that I really enjoyed , even though I have had numerous Harleys since that one it still holds a spot in my heart / mind ......If I had it to do all over again I would never have sold it . Even though it was an old cantankerous beast that always seemed to need some mechanical attention , it was the best running smoothest ride I ever had and I miss her . So Bill I hope that the same thing does not befall you . On another note did you just let a cat out of the bag ..... a a Tug ????
Is there going to be a new forum? ......Nordinerds?
Wonder if the new owners live up on the hill above me? Sure has been quiet about who but not where.
Whomever....Welcome to the Sequim Contingent,
And the Brats, a really great boating family.
Bill, now you'll have more time for bike trips
some decisions in life are not irreversible. Good thing this is one of them.
Harvey
SleepyC :moon :lol:
Wonder if the new owners live up on the hill above me? Sure has been quiet about who but not where.
Whomever....Welcome to the Sequim Contingent,
And the Brats, a really great boating family.
Bill, now you'll have more time for bike trips
some decisions in life are not irreversible. Good thing this is one of them. Harvey
SleepyC :moon :lol:
Da Nag's new owner is Doug, and his lovely wife whose name I've already forgotten. Not to worry - Doug has an account here, but has been one of those all too common lurkey types. He'll no doubt share all soon, but he's off with his new red boat for the 4th of July weekend - so let's give him a few days. He's definitely interested in joining up with us on future cruises once he's comfortable on the boat.
And yes, Harvey - he's seen your boat. I really like the guy...he can't for the life of himself understand why anyone would want twins.
As to the next chapter...it's a tad too early to get into specifics, but we'll let the kitty's head pop out a little bit.
Yup, a Nordic Tug - but just the little ol' 26. Much as we drooled over the 32, it's simply beyond current budget. Finding a nice one is at least 50% more than a 26, but more importantly - it relegates us to a slip and all the costs that go along with that. I've already got a trailer lined up for a 26, and while she may stay in the water much of the time - that's at our discretion, unlike the 32. There also are many more contenders for our consideration in the 32 range beyond Nordic, but the 26 really seems to hit a sweet spot we couldn't find in any other boat.
We're in contract with one right now, offer accepted. Sea trial on Saturday, survey to follow.
As to the big question - why - the answer is simple. The lovely Dana is excited about this, which makes me excited. As is no doubt clear to many of you in the PNW, my attendance at gatherings has been nearly non-existent. Not for lack of wanting on my part - I've missed y'all terribly. However, Dana never took to the 22 - and until recently, I misunderstood this as not liking boating altogether. Truth is - she loves the idea, as long as we've room to do so in relative comfort with 2 dogs.
As to other boats - compared to the NT26, we're not enamored with the interior of a C-Dory 25 or TomCat. Both of which are certainly more spacious than a 22, but with the 9' 6" beam of the Nordic - it simply feels gigantic for it's size, and dwarfs either of the C-Dorys in usable storage and interior space. On one of our test cruises, we had 5 people aboard - and nobody was in the salon. Never once did we feel cramped. Also, we love the separation of space - something that's often considered a drawback by others, and seems to be one of the main selling points of Ranger. Rangers were not an option for us not only because of this, but they're simply priced well beyond our reach.
Anyway, we prefer stepping down from the cockpit into the salon, back up to the pilot house, and back down again to the v-berth/head - having these four distinct areas allows us to enjoy each of these spaces individually with the occasional need for privacy. For example, one thing this will help facilitate - our sleeping patterns. It's quite common for Dana and me to go to bed at different times, and we don't always get up together either. Dana's discovered the joy of sleeping in with dogs, while I'm typically up far earlier. With the huge separation of the v-berth from the salon, we're free to enjoy these spaces more easily than if they were in closer proximity to each other.
And lastly...while I completely understand the pros/cons of speed, we've discovered the joys of 6-8 knots. We not only enjoy the calmer pace, but we've no need to cover more distance in shorter periods of time. Sure, we might need to pick a larger weather window when dealing with the occasional larger body of water - but again, we're in no rush. And, at somewhere right around 1GPH - the range and economy is extremely appealing.
More details on the actual boat itself when this becomes a reality...and yes, we'll pop in to C-Brat gatherings on our non-compliant vessel. I mean, come on - do you guys really think you can kick me outta here?
And yes, Harvey - he's seen your boat. I really like the guy...he can't for the life of himself understand why anyone would want twins.
As to the next chapter...it's a tad too early to get into specifics, but we'll let the kitty's head pop out a little bit.
Yup, a Nordic Tug - but just the little ol' 26. Much as we drooled over the 32, it's simply beyond current budget. Finding a nice one is at least 50% more than a 26, but more importantly - it relegates us to a slip and all the costs that go along with that. I've already got a trailer lined up for a 26, and while she may stay in the water much of the time - that's at our discretion, unlike the 32. There also are many more contenders for our consideration in the 32 range beyond Nordic, but the 26 really seems to hit a sweet spot we couldn't find in any other boat.
We're in contract with one right now, offer accepted. Sea trial on Saturday, survey to follow.
As to the big question - why - the answer is simple. The lovely Dana is excited about this, which makes me excited. As is no doubt clear to many of you in the PNW, my attendance at gatherings has been nearly non-existent. Not for lack of wanting on my part - I've missed y'all terribly. However, Dana never took to the 22 - and until recently, I misunderstood this as not liking boating altogether. Truth is - she loves the idea, as long as we've room to do so in relative comfort with 2 dogs.
As to other boats - compared to the NT26, we're not enamored with the interior of a C-Dory 25 or TomCat. Both of which are certainly more spacious than a 22, but with the 9' 6" beam of the Nordic - it simply feels gigantic for it's size, and dwarfs either of the C-Dorys in usable storage and interior space. On one of our test cruises, we had 5 people aboard - and nobody was in the salon. Never once did we feel cramped. Also, we love the separation of space - something that's often considered a drawback by others, and seems to be one of the main selling points of Ranger. Rangers were not an option for us not only because of this, but they're simply priced well beyond our reach.
Anyway, we prefer stepping down from the cockpit into the salon, back up to the pilot house, and back down again to the v-berth/head - having these four distinct areas allows us to enjoy each of these spaces individually with the occasional need for privacy. For example, one thing this will help facilitate - our sleeping patterns. It's quite common for Dana and me to go to bed at different times, and we don't always get up together either. Dana's discovered the joy of sleeping in with dogs, while I'm typically up far earlier. With the huge separation of the v-berth from the salon, we're free to enjoy these spaces more easily than if they were in closer proximity to each other.
And lastly...while I completely understand the pros/cons of speed, we've discovered the joys of 6-8 knots. We not only enjoy the calmer pace, but we've no need to cover more distance in shorter periods of time. Sure, we might need to pick a larger weather window when dealing with the occasional larger body of water - but again, we're in no rush. And, at somewhere right around 1GPH - the range and economy is extremely appealing.
More details on the actual boat itself when this becomes a reality...and yes, we'll pop in to C-Brat gatherings on our non-compliant vessel. I mean, come on - do you guys really think you can kick me outta here?
Hey Bill,
Congrats on the sale and hope all goes really well on the sea trial. The logic on the choice is great. "If Mama is happy, everyone is happy" and we know that is important.
Ah Shucks, here I thought Doug was going to be a nice guy. :shock: :lol:
Hope to get to re-meet him again soon.
As to your coming to the future CPGT's, I kind of like Roger (Dreamer's) tag line "Once a C-Brat, always a C-Brat " and as we know your not the first (to change vessel types) and still come to the events, and you are still one of the 2 "First" Brats :thup :thup
Happy 4th,
Harvey
SleepyC:moon
Congrats on the sale and hope all goes really well on the sea trial. The logic on the choice is great. "If Mama is happy, everyone is happy" and we know that is important.
"And yes, Harvey - he's seen your boat. I really like the guy...he can't for the life of himself understand why anyone would want twins.
Ah Shucks, here I thought Doug was going to be a nice guy. :shock: :lol:
Hope to get to re-meet him again soon.
As to your coming to the future CPGT's, I kind of like Roger (Dreamer's) tag line "Once a C-Brat, always a C-Brat " and as we know your not the first (to change vessel types) and still come to the events, and you are still one of the 2 "First" Brats :thup :thup
Happy 4th,
Harvey
SleepyC:moon
DuckDogTitus
New member
I had 4 1960-66 Chevy C10s, and one later body lowrider silverado that I built basically from scratch. I won't miss any of those nearly as much as I'll miss my C-dory if I ever get rid of it.
I like your recap on the Nordic vs other options, size, the Rangers, etc. My wife and I are in love with the Rangers and if one ever is in our range, it will obviously be the 25, used, first.... for basically every single reason you just listed. I didn't even think of an under 30ft nordic.
is that with the 110hp yanmar? really good fuel economy from what I've read. I hope to see more of your vessel on the forums!!
I like your recap on the Nordic vs other options, size, the Rangers, etc. My wife and I are in love with the Rangers and if one ever is in our range, it will obviously be the 25, used, first.... for basically every single reason you just listed. I didn't even think of an under 30ft nordic.
is that with the 110hp yanmar? really good fuel economy from what I've read. I hope to see more of your vessel on the forums!!
Chuckpacific
New member
The instant you realize that 6-8 knots is something you're comfortable with you start looking at other things...
Ha! We saw two "red" ones - both were pink. Gag me with a spoon...nuttin' uglier than faded red.
Lining up hull and mechanical survey on Monday. Hoping to cruise out of Anacortes within a couple weeks, taking a roundabout trip back to Port Angeles via the San Juans.
Lining up hull and mechanical survey on Monday. Hoping to cruise out of Anacortes within a couple weeks, taking a roundabout trip back to Port Angeles via the San Juans.
That is a real nice boat guys. We looked it over last month when in Cap Sante. Tempted me to make an offer for when we're done towing around. Not yet though. Great boats for PNW and Alaska. I like the up/down arrangement also. My favorite like in NT's is the mates watch seat. Very nice place to see the scenery go by. Good for you guys. See you at the next gathering. George