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Old 11-09-2014, 10:42 AM   #1
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And so it begins...(again)>>

Well, I've been off the water since my Chesapeake days with a Bristol 35.5 sailboat... Recently got the yen to get back...Trawler style this time.. If you've ever owned a big sailboat, the trawler should be a labor saver, however only marginally. Anyway, went on a search for a Cape Dory 28 Flybride. With only 220 or so built they're a bit rare but come up occasionally with the right specs. Coincidentally, just found an '88 in Oriental NC...About 70 miles from the current abode. Nice boat, well equipped with a fresh Volvo 200, and a lot of other things. Bow thruster, AC, Radar etc. Some antique electronics, but they can be refreshed. Took the second look yesterday and tendered an offer and deposit. Fingers crossed that I'll be on the water soon. Wish me luck!

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Old 11-09-2014, 10:56 AM   #2
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Smart looking boat. Welcome to the forum
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Old 11-09-2014, 01:45 PM   #4
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Welcome. Those are nifty looking boats. I lived in Greenville for about 6 years, and boated out of Morehead City. Where is your boat located?
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Old 11-09-2014, 01:48 PM   #5
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Welcome. Those are nifty looking boats. I lived in Greenville for about 6 years, and boated out of Morehead City. Where is your boat located?
Thanks Moonstruck...I'll likely berth in Washington NC for now. Close to home while I get the boat into shape... Headed to the Chesapeake for a long cruise this summer most likely!
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Thanks Moonstruck...I'll likely berth in Washington NC for now. Close to home while I get the boat into shape... Headed to the Chesapeake for a long cruise this summer most likely!
We had another poster I think Michigander that was thinking about locating a trawler in Little Washington for long weekend trips. Seems your boat would be very good for that. Can you make 12 to 14 knots at cruise?
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Old 11-09-2014, 03:17 PM   #7
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We had another poster I think Michigander that was thinking about locating a trawler in Little Washington for long weekend trips. Seems your boat would be very good for that. Can you make 12 to 14 knots at cruise?
I think it will from the speed postings I've read on the 28....At some fuel expense of course, but the 200 Volvo seems a good powerplant for this boat from what I've read. Lots of good cruising in a 2-3 day range of Washington. Yes, I saw Michigander's post. He's in Raleigh and looking at the same marina I'll likely base out of. Benefit to me is Washington is only a 30 mile drive.
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Old 11-10-2014, 12:18 AM   #8
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Old 11-10-2014, 01:07 AM   #9
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Anyway, went on a search for a Cape Dory 28 Flybridge.
That boat has very nice lines. I particularly like the clean lines of the hull in that particular shot. Has something of the lobsterboat/Grand Banks Eastbay look to it.
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Old 11-10-2014, 02:42 AM   #10
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Yes, nice lines like most of the Cape Dory's. I know you went looking for a Flybridge version, but I've found that on that size boat there are more con's than pro's for a flybridge. And to me the boat would look even better without it.
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Old 11-10-2014, 10:12 AM   #11
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Welcome from a non-trawler owner. I'm another that likes the lines of your boat. Clean, artistic looking, just a darn nice looking boat.
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Old 11-10-2014, 10:34 AM   #12
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Thanks all! Yes, I like the rather classic lines of the CD....And they do make a nice boat. A sailing buddy of mine had a CD31 sailboat for years that we sailed from NJ to Bermuda.
A small boat for that trip, but it got us there in fine shape!

On the Flybridge, this was desirable though I know the Cons here. My thoughts are that boating should be an outdoor sport. Enjoying the Environment and the sights and sounds of being on the water are a big part of that. Being couped up in a cabin would detract from that a bit... I'll pay a bit in weight and fuel but to me it's more than worth it. Ironically this boat is berthed next to a Bristol 35.5....a sister boat to the one I used to own. It must be a sign!

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Old 11-10-2014, 11:00 AM   #13
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Good looking boat! Any word on your offer yet?

Do you have a listing link? I didn't see anything pop up on a google or yachtworld search.
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Old 11-10-2014, 11:10 AM   #14
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Good looking boat! Any word on your offer yet?

Do you have a listing link? I didn't see anything pop up on a google or yachtworld search.
Still waiting on that. This boat was found before it was officially listed so it will likely not get to that point. I've got the inside track at this point!
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You sneaky Pete! Bonus points for beating out yachtworld...

So you post up only one photo and no internet site listing, shame on you. Atleast give us one engine and a salon photo.
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Old 11-10-2014, 11:49 AM   #16
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You sneaky Pete! Bonus points for beating out yachtworld...

So you post up only one photo and no internet site listing, shame on you. Atleast give us one engine and a salon photo.

Ha ha! Yes, timing is everything!
I don't have a lot of interior pics... The Volvo was replaced in 2002 and looks brand new.

The helm


Some interesting mods to this boat...A semi hard rear cover that was obviously big bucks to do originally:




And a Radar mast that you could likely hang the boat from (Needed to be hefty to support that antique Furuno 1800!)


Thousands of dollars in those items alone! This boat was a good find..
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Old 11-10-2014, 03:27 PM   #17
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Woo Hoo! Offer accepted. Survey to be arranged tomorrow. We're on the way!
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Fingers crossed!
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