opinions, thoughts, suggestions
Im sure this subject has been beaten to death. Yet here we go again.
I have my RYC. I have friends with charter companies and moved 33 to 42 about 1000 miles now. I have been to 90 countries ( we will get back to that)
Im looking for something for a family of 3-4. I need to be able to damn near single handle it as everyone else is useless per se. Let's put it this way I won't trust them in foul weather.
I can care less in the world where the boat is. I will likely spend the first year in that sailing region before attempting a ocean passage to hone the skills.
I'll have £90-100k but momma didn't raise no fool. Should aim for 50-60k boat the remaining will go to B.O.A.T. cruise comfortable with minimal healing. A catamaran would be ideal but you will never find anything worth that in my range. And eventually resale after 3-4-5- years needs to be considered. Sloop rigging not ketch.
Yes i know the big 4 brands but damn there is so many out there. Its not like it's an easy start.
So my question to the house is.. what would buy