[PUP] Alvin 32-35, or other options

[Al Rodriguez]

Looking at different used trawlers for island hopping in the Caribbean down to Venezuela.  Been looking at the Alvin 32/35 and Mirage Great Harbors.  The latter is roomy and a fuel miser but somewhat slow even for a trawler.  

Some features I consider important are as follows:

- Low draft for ability gunkholing and to visit more coves and islands
- Fuel economy - prefer diesel
- Would like walk around deck
- Strong hull and prop protection to deal with shallow areas and other dragons that may lurk beneath
- Able to deal with reasonably inclement weather
- Bow thrust

I like the Alvin 32 and 35 for its sturdiness, but only comes with one engine, which I find somewhat risky.

Anyone owns or has owned an Alvin.  Please advise your reccomendations and/or comments.

Al Rodriguez
Panga 22 LX
Fort Lauderdale