ragha108
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Hello everyone! After months of research, and looking on what's available in my local marketplace, I have finally decided on the type of sailboat I want as my first boat. However I would love some inputs to help me in making the final decision
I am in between the Cape Dory Typhoon or the Bristol (Corinthian) 19
Basically same size boat, by same designer, one feet difference...Similar overall condition although the Corinthian was restored in 2005 I think. Both price fair, the Corinthian +1k parked in the hard while the Typhoon is currently in the water(slip)
The Typhoon is 1600 lbs lighter than the Corinthian! At first I thought that was the deal breaker question since I was hoping to get/be a trailerable sailor. However after further thinking I have convinced myself of getting a slip and focus on sailing as the first year rather than adding another variable to the equation such as trailering, rigging, launching, etc.
The Corinthian has a Space Index of 216 while the Typhoon 176. Not sure how significant that is. I have a wife and two daughters ages 11 & 13 which I am hoping they will join me in my adventures but most likely it will be me most of the time. Still the bigger the cockpit the better just in case I have company
The Corinthian has a Motion Index of 21.5 compared to 15 on the Typhoon. Not sure how noticeable that difference is but a less rocky or wobbly boat will certainly help getting my wife and kids on board, at least for the first year while they get used to it, assuming my sailing skills are not the cause of the wobbling, lol!
Whichever one may be the most forgiving that would be helpful. My intention is to learn the ropes with this vessel for a year or two or however long it takes before considering moving to a larger one for coastal cruising, overnighting, etc.
I am in New Jersey so sailing will be primarily on the Barnegat Bay or Raritan Bay. Don't know whether one would be better than the other for learning/enjoying so if you do please let me know.
Cabin size is not really a concern with this one purchase, unless you think it should be?
That pretty much sums it all. Probably overthinking it but I am curious to hear from people who may have had experiences in one or both boats.
I am in between the Cape Dory Typhoon or the Bristol (Corinthian) 19
Basically same size boat, by same designer, one feet difference...Similar overall condition although the Corinthian was restored in 2005 I think. Both price fair, the Corinthian +1k parked in the hard while the Typhoon is currently in the water(slip)
The Typhoon is 1600 lbs lighter than the Corinthian! At first I thought that was the deal breaker question since I was hoping to get/be a trailerable sailor. However after further thinking I have convinced myself of getting a slip and focus on sailing as the first year rather than adding another variable to the equation such as trailering, rigging, launching, etc.
The Corinthian has a Space Index of 216 while the Typhoon 176. Not sure how significant that is. I have a wife and two daughters ages 11 & 13 which I am hoping they will join me in my adventures but most likely it will be me most of the time. Still the bigger the cockpit the better just in case I have company
The Corinthian has a Motion Index of 21.5 compared to 15 on the Typhoon. Not sure how noticeable that difference is but a less rocky or wobbly boat will certainly help getting my wife and kids on board, at least for the first year while they get used to it, assuming my sailing skills are not the cause of the wobbling, lol!
Whichever one may be the most forgiving that would be helpful. My intention is to learn the ropes with this vessel for a year or two or however long it takes before considering moving to a larger one for coastal cruising, overnighting, etc.
I am in New Jersey so sailing will be primarily on the Barnegat Bay or Raritan Bay. Don't know whether one would be better than the other for learning/enjoying so if you do please let me know.
Cabin size is not really a concern with this one purchase, unless you think it should be?
That pretty much sums it all. Probably overthinking it but I am curious to hear from people who may have had experiences in one or both boats.