GL: Defever 49 for Loop

[Joseph Pica]

Now Ralph, 
 Very respectfully and not to start an argument but there are alternatives.
Have you done the loop in a GH N-37 or GH 37?   Currently, we (two N-37s)
are more then half thru (started in Pensacola) in a Great Harbour N-37 with
twin engines (54 hp naturals separate filters pickups etc) 2' 10" draft both
props and rudders fully protected by keel skegs basically a flat bottom boat
with walk around deck easy locking. The hard chine is self stabilizing (from
8000 miles of experience not advertisements) and lends it to max interior
volume to include a stand up engine room and incredible storage.  :)

As always, 
Respectfully.

Joe
"Carolyn Ann" GH N-37 currently at the Big Chute 

Snip:"..Agreed !
Single engine is always better than twins when running in shoal waters, for
the purposes of underwater protection. You WILL make a mistake or two sooner
or later ! Or, you may not even make a mistake but be the victim of a
loggerhead or other underwater object striking the prop/rudder/strut.

I found that 40 ft trawler single engine appeared to be a wise choice for 
the Loop. It afforded ample space, living conditions, yet remained single 
engine for simplicity, underwater protection, and lower operational and 
maintenance costs. Once the boat is over 40ft you will usually find twin 
engines.
R...."