Some folks like to try different boats every couple years

Posted By: Rob M, P-21, Minuet building.
Date: 5/19/09 7:48a.m.

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In Response To: Congratulations and condolences Bud! :) (Brian, Precision 23, Lake Lanier, GA)

and some folks like to keep a boat for a long time. I suppose the is no completely "right" boat. Everything is a series of compromises from what one can afford to the spectrum of use one is trying to get out of a boat. I think my decision to build the small boat fits me well. I always wanted to build a boat. But, size and use whether I built it or bought it is about having a small easy to set up by myself launch and retrieve on shallow ramps and trailer around to various lakes - a true gunkholer. Meanwhile I also love the P-21, it is fun to sail and spry, but more hassle for me to trailer around and set up by myself. If I get the chance (money and time) I might build a larger boat - probably a 22 foot Amigo from Glen-L - because I would like a tough little trailerable cruiser to solo sail on the Great Lakes in a couple years. At that time I would sell the P-21. If I am not up to building another, I would still try to buy a boat about that size and quality.