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Old 02-04-2013, 06:22 PM   #7
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City: Georgian Bay, Ontario
Vessel Name: Solace
Vessel Model: 1998 Camano 31
Join Date: Mar 2011
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We bought our 1998 Camano 31 Troll 2 years ago and have enjoyed it very much. This was our first "real" boat after having ski boats and outboards.
We find it has a good range and is quite economical to operate. We typically cruise at 9 knots but the option for more speed if required is nice to have.
We've been out in 4 to 5 foot waves with no issues. The relatively shallow draft and protected prop also mean we can get in to some very secluded bays and anchorages, and in Georgian Bay there seem to be rocks everywhere.
It seems like a great boat for a couple. As soon as you try and sleep more than two people it becomes cramped in a hurry. The holding tank is also fairly small, which can limit the number of days we can stay out.
We don't have a generator but I installed 2 X 80W solar panels last summer (Solbian flexible panels that are sewn into our bimini top) and have 4 deep cycle 12V house batteries. We've been anchored out for a week with no power issues, although power requirements are quite small on this boat, with the main consumer being the frig.
I would say the overall build quality is very good and the boat has been very solid so far - we're pleased with our purchase and have no regrets so far.
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