I've enjoyed reading all of the post from new members like myself. And yes, I just sold my Catalina sailboat to come over to the "Dark Side" and power my way to happiness. The purchase of my Atlantic 47' Trawler was the best thing I could have done. The comfort level can not be matched in any sailboat I've seen or owned. The fuel was the biggest hurdle to overcome but what the heck. The comfort, enjoyment and safety is a far greater posative than the negative of fuel cost. Looking to retire and do as much coastal crusing as I can. Thanks to all of you who post and respond. It helps an old salt, like me, adjust to my new life style. I'm looking forward to years of happy motoring and reading the Trawler Forum.
ps. I'm trying to be nice to sailboaters as I pass...
