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Old 04-12-2016, 06:37 PM   #18
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Originally Posted by bcarli View Post
Hi
We are curious about trawler owners who have chosen "Europa" designs over the standard aft cabin layout. We are moving from sailboats to trawlers and will be cruising in the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia. I realize this is strictly a personal decision and all boats are trade offs but we are gravitating towards the "Europa" because of the easy access to outside, comfortable outside seating area and the lack of stairs that many trawlers have. The main trade off is the V berth cabin which we are comfortable with. Would like to hear from other owners..
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I think you've answered your own questions. Having covered aft and side decks where you live would seem to be a big plus.

V-births can get noisy with the constant lapping of wavelets against the hull. I kind of like the sound!

Also, the smaller Europa-style boats are good for two sleepers but not so much for guests. Your guests will have to sleep on the saloon settees, etc.

Trade offs.....
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