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Old 08-06-2015, 11:25 AM   #8
Capthead
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City: Long Beach, CA
Vessel Name: Heads Up
Vessel Model: Grand Banks 42 Classic
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Originally Posted by Max Simmons View Post
Depends. I like the layout and the pilothouse design of the Mariner, but it appears to have just a single stateroom. If you are doing any cruising with kids, grandkids, friends, etc, the second stateroom is a must imho. Climbing over guests sleeping in the salon in the morning as you are making coffee is a pia, plus having their junk spread all over the place. Been there and done that too many times.
So, to sum up, if just cruising couple, I'd choose the Mariner. If I was planning on overnight guests on a regular basis, the Mainship.
I agree and I might add look at a GB 42 before you buy.
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