Trawler Charter Market

[BandB]

Way old thread, just revived, but I have wondered about this also. Why is it that I can charter a 40' sailboat for half the price of a 36' powerboat? That just doesn't make any sense to me, other than maybe there really is that much more demand for sailboat charters.

Because it cost far less.

 

[ssobol]

Way old thread, just revived, but I have wondered about this also. Why is it that I can charter a 40' sailboat for half the price of a 36' powerboat? That just doesn't make any sense to me, other than maybe there really is that much more demand for sailboat charters.

Big power plant and drive system that needs to be taken care of. People who charter a large powerboat expect a certain level of amenities that are not usually found on a sailboat (e.g. microwave, hot inside shower, comfortable lounge with a big tv that isn't always on a slant when the boat it moving).