Recent content by coke

Yes, this is the type of reply I am looking for. I know that there are necessities and nice to have items. I bet almost all of you have a GPS on board but if you have a map you really shouldn't need one. Rather than bounce my yacht off the dock or your boat, I think I will try to procure a...

Wow, thanks for all the great input to my question. I did not mention that I will be single handed on the yacht. I think I will try to find my first yacht equipped with one and practise without it.

Can someone comment on bow thrusters or stern thrusters as to the necessity of them. Are they an item that someone with little experience should consider getting when they purchase a boat.

Hello to all of the members. I am looking to change my lifestyle and buy a 40' live aboard to use in possibly the Caribbean or west coast area(or both). I will be single handed on the boat. I am looking at something that will be economical to operate as I am not in a hurry to go anywhere...