Well it was bound to happen eventually but after three trawlers and living aboard (part time) for over five years we decided this was not right time to build another trawler and have changed course.
A few of you may recall our posts regarding the new build we had started with an undisclosed builder (not Nordhavn) but we kept things close to the vest. Looking back I'm glade we did take this approach since our decision had nothing to do with the builder but rather our own life issues. We know first hand how life can throw you a curve ball and how spending time aboard can be either a blessing or a hardship. While our health was not the reason for changing course, we are dealing with aging parents issues on the other coast and the whole live aboard life style was just not adding up for me this time around. As much as we love boating and trawlers I found myself pushing this boat instead of the concept and the boat pulling me in. So instead we decided to buy a beach house (OK as close to the beach as we can afford in San Diego) and look forward to walking to the bay every night after dinner.
As far as boating goes I'm done with trawlers (for awhile) and switching my focus back to a day boat to use the next few years. Just the idea of something simple like a Downeast picnic boat has me excited (again). Budget will be tight with the second home so I will be looking for something super clean but used like our previous Nordhavn 35. I know the boat is out there and look forward to the months ahead researching and looking for that special "bucket list" boat. Until then I wish everyone a great fall season of boating and happy holidays!
John T.
A few of you may recall our posts regarding the new build we had started with an undisclosed builder (not Nordhavn) but we kept things close to the vest. Looking back I'm glade we did take this approach since our decision had nothing to do with the builder but rather our own life issues. We know first hand how life can throw you a curve ball and how spending time aboard can be either a blessing or a hardship. While our health was not the reason for changing course, we are dealing with aging parents issues on the other coast and the whole live aboard life style was just not adding up for me this time around. As much as we love boating and trawlers I found myself pushing this boat instead of the concept and the boat pulling me in. So instead we decided to buy a beach house (OK as close to the beach as we can afford in San Diego) and look forward to walking to the bay every night after dinner.
As far as boating goes I'm done with trawlers (for awhile) and switching my focus back to a day boat to use the next few years. Just the idea of something simple like a Downeast picnic boat has me excited (again). Budget will be tight with the second home so I will be looking for something super clean but used like our previous Nordhavn 35. I know the boat is out there and look forward to the months ahead researching and looking for that special "bucket list" boat. Until then I wish everyone a great fall season of boating and happy holidays!
John T.