T&T: Trawler search

[Laura Lane Bender]

Dear Ricky,
    Many of the same questions that you raise were also ours until Jan. 2006 
when we attended TrawlerFest.  We also had appointments to see 15 different 
kinds of trawlers that week to try to determine the style and size for us. 
We had 2 certain requirements--6'4" headroom and a centerline aft queen.
    The combination of investigating a variety of boats and attending 
Trawlerfest were gold-plated experiences for us, aiding us in the decision 
of the trawler that would best suit our needs. Next fall (2007) was "our 
scheduled time to buy our boat" with plans to move aboard September 2008, 
however, we made our purchase this past June--moving up from a SeaRay 270 
Sundancer.
    We would encourage you to take advantage of TrawlerFest's 
(www.trawlerfest.com) courses and on-site trawlers.  That was such a rich 
experience for us.  Over the past few years we picked the brains of so many 
live-aboards but that week was monumental in helping us make our decision.
    In deciding the "brand", you'll want to consider the type cruising you 
want to do which would cause you to look at the size and weight of the boat. 
The lighter weight trawlers would bob around in heavy seas whereas a heavier 
trawler would be more steady.
    Good luck and have fun as you do your research.  When you find what's 
right for you, you'll know it right away because she will call your name and 
she will quickly become the standard to which you will compare the others.

Bill and Laura Bender
Kindred Spirit III
Grand Banks 42 #901

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