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Thanks for the suggestions. One thought I had with the Downeast style is there is more "outdoor" space in the layout, which might be better in the Bahamas and enjoying the intercostal. But the Tug has a layout that is more home like, that may be more comfortable when living onboard for...

Nearing retirement and planning for a cruiser to use in the Bahamas and parts of the Loop. I like the American Tug 34, but also find many of the Downeast Cruisers attractive too. From your experience is one or the other better suited for both of these grounds? Thanks

something I've noticed with Diesel Duck designs. Often the boats are for sale, shortly after they have been used slightly. Is the nature of these boats the owners do a "once in a lifetime" cruise, and then sell the boats and return to land. Or is there something inherent in the DD designs...

Would a Cape Dory be a good choice for conversion?

SIMI 60: Turns out Acharne, the converted sailboat is for sale! 9 to 10 knots upwind, and 12 knots downwind on 2.5 gallons per hour! At over 20 tons and 75 feet. https://www.yachtfocus.com/en/used-boats-for-sale/sea-independent/147531/ultra-light-displacement-trawler.html

Hello Nomad Willy, I'd like to send you a PM, but your mail box is full and can't accept new messages. Thanks

SIMI 60: I've seen a couple of boats like this. They start with an ocean racing hull, which I gather lose value quickly as technology advances. No one wants an old "obsolete" racing hull so they often sell at low cost with transportation "away" being the largest cost. And they convert them...

North Baltic Sea, and MYWeebles have both shown the boat that made me think of the idea. (green hull shown above) Owners of the Nigel Irens designed Roxanne sailboat approached the designer about converting their fifteen year old - beloved sailboat - into a powerboat for their retirement...

I'm in SW Florida with wrecked boats a plenty here. There are a number of sailboats that need their mast, rigging, and sails replaced, but the rest of the boat is fine. Would it work to just forget the sails and use it as a cruising powerboat? What would be the downside?

The cost of diesel makes me happy that I only burn about 1/2 to 2/3 gallon an hour at 6 knots! I only wish I could get out more often and burn more fuel! Work gets in the way! Hello Vashon, I'm in Sarasota and would like to talk with you about Vashon Trawlers. If you have time, please call...

dinghy dilemma Pete, try a 12' Aluminum Lund. My first one lasted 40 years, now on my second one. They make a lightweight version and a standard, heavier, one.