kennharriet
Member
Interesting looking vessel. No interest in sale, just thought it was cool.
http://juneau.craigslist.org/boa/4445429461.html
http://juneau.craigslist.org/boa/4445429461.html
Vashon Pocket Cruiser
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Damn, thankfully I'm a bit older and not as free with my money - otherwise that would be a great boat to purchase in SE Alaska and cruise back to the PNW and resell.
We plan on taking our CD22 up to SE Alaska in 2015 & 2016 - might be cheaper to buy and resell this one.
But I need to act like a grownup now...no more boats...
We plan on taking our CD22 up to SE Alaska in 2015 & 2016 - might be cheaper to buy and resell this one.
But I need to act like a grownup now...no more boats...
nordicstallion
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Ya gotta admit though, she's a cute little thing ,roomy too. Vern
JamesTXSD":3v68nzmb said:
Jim- Thanks! I wasn't sure about the displacement consumption on the 22 and 25, but remember the general neighborhood the figures typically come in at, so it looks we have roughly a gallon and hour of gas vs. a quart and a half of diesel, about $1.70 vs. $4.30, depending on prices, exact mileage, etc. Maybe slow is the way to go, though the trawler has no other option, like a C-Dory.
Joe. :teeth :thup
vashon_trawler
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Hi, everyone. I am a C-Dory fan, forum lurker, and very proud Vashon trawler (troller) owner. It is rather rare to find one for sale so this post caught my attention. I just wanted to share some information!
The Vashon is full-displacement and typical cruise is 5.5 to 6 knots (7 knots when currents/winds are in my favor). I have a Volvo 29HP with a 16x8 prop and only burn 1/2 gallon to 3/4 gallon per hour--she is extremely economical. Draft is around 3'3" and I can attest that she handle rough water extremely well (I had my Vashon, Sherpa, in 4' to 6' seas off Tampa--not a fun experience but I was very please with her handling.
There were only 50 or so Vashons built according to the original builder. Half were made for commercial salmon fishing--these had fish holds in the rear (where my engine compartment is located and a smaller cockpit). They are generally very well-used from experience. Much time/money was spent on mine to bring her back to like-new appearance.
They are great vessels, sea-worthy, and receive a lot of looks--particularly in Florida waters.
The Vashon is full-displacement and typical cruise is 5.5 to 6 knots (7 knots when currents/winds are in my favor). I have a Volvo 29HP with a 16x8 prop and only burn 1/2 gallon to 3/4 gallon per hour--she is extremely economical. Draft is around 3'3" and I can attest that she handle rough water extremely well (I had my Vashon, Sherpa, in 4' to 6' seas off Tampa--not a fun experience but I was very please with her handling.
There were only 50 or so Vashons built according to the original builder. Half were made for commercial salmon fishing--these had fish holds in the rear (where my engine compartment is located and a smaller cockpit). They are generally very well-used from experience. Much time/money was spent on mine to bring her back to like-new appearance.
They are great vessels, sea-worthy, and receive a lot of looks--particularly in Florida waters.
vashon_trawler
New member
Hi, everyone. I am a C-Dory fan, forum lurker, and very proud Vashon trawler (troller) owner. It is rather rare to find one for sale so this post caught my attention. I just wanted to share some information!
The Vashon is full-displacement and typical cruise is 5.5 to 6 knots (7 knots when currents/winds are in my favor). I have a Volvo 29HP with a 16x8 prop and only burn 1/2 gallon to 3/4 gallon per hour--she is extremely economical. Draft is around 3'3" and I can attest that she handle rough water extremely well (I had my Vashon, Sherpa, in 4' to 6' seas off Tampa--not a fun experience but I was very please with her handling.
There were only 50 or so Vashons built according to the original builder. Half were made for commercial salmon fishing--these had fish holds in the rear (where my engine compartment is located and a smaller cockpit). They are generally very well-used from experience. Much time/money was spent on mine to bring her back to like-new appearance.
They are great vessels, sea-worthy, and receive a lot of looks.
The Vashon is full-displacement and typical cruise is 5.5 to 6 knots (7 knots when currents/winds are in my favor). I have a Volvo 29HP with a 16x8 prop and only burn 1/2 gallon to 3/4 gallon per hour--she is extremely economical. Draft is around 3'3" and I can attest that she handle rough water extremely well (I had my Vashon, Sherpa, in 4' to 6' seas off Tampa--not a fun experience but I was very please with her handling.
There were only 50 or so Vashons built according to the original builder. Half were made for commercial salmon fishing--these had fish holds in the rear (where my engine compartment is located and a smaller cockpit). They are generally very well-used from experience. Much time/money was spent on mine to bring her back to like-new appearance.
They are great vessels, sea-worthy, and receive a lot of looks.
vashon_trawler
New member
You are welcome, Hardee. Sorry for the double post. Here is a recent photo of my Vashon--hopefully this will work. She has been completely restored inside and out. At times I wish I had the speed of a C-Dory though!
M/V Sherpa -- 24' Vashon Diesel Cruiser
MD2030 29HP Volvo Penta
http://kaypro.freeshell.org/Sherpa.jpg
M/V Sherpa -- 24' Vashon Diesel Cruiser
MD2030 29HP Volvo Penta
http://kaypro.freeshell.org/Sherpa.jpg
Vashon-trawler,
Beautiful boat. There is one at Copper Harbor, Michigan (northern most point in MI) on Lake Superior. It is owned by a retired DNR commercial fishing inspector who I believe is a decendent of a commercial lake trout fishing family; it's not quite as pretty as yours but still gets around just fine.
Jay
Beautiful boat. There is one at Copper Harbor, Michigan (northern most point in MI) on Lake Superior. It is owned by a retired DNR commercial fishing inspector who I believe is a decendent of a commercial lake trout fishing family; it's not quite as pretty as yours but still gets around just fine.
Jay