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seadog

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I have to sell my Ranger R25SC and am looking at getting something smaller and more economical to own. i want it for going out on my own for fishing and moderate cruising/camping. thinking the CD 16 cruiser might fill the bill.
any thoughts?
thanks
 
For economy, consider a small sailbote. Wind if free. Unfortunately, sails are not.

Either way (motor or sail), boaters pay.

Aye.
 
Can you live with the limited overnight amenities that the CD 22 and especially the CD 16 don't have: shower, full galley, head?

I can for one or two nights, but that is all.

David
 
seadog":2jqpyedp said:
I have to sell my Ranger R25SC and am looking at getting something smaller and more economical to own. i want it for going out on my own for fishing and moderate cruising/camping. thinking the CD 16 cruiser might fill the bill.
any thoughts?
thanks
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We have a CD 16 Cruiser and it fits our needs just fine. It's econimical, easy to tow, easy to launch and proivides a V berth for overnighters and safe. The shortfalls are its limited space, the porta-potty is very small and for us worthless, if you're not beached or in a sheltered anchorage she's lively. If you are use to backpacking, CJ-5 jeep or Toyota FJ 40 type camping it may work for you.
 
I would consider the 19--considerably larger volume wise than the 16. Bunk and pilot house same height as the 22 angler. cockpit same size as 22 cruiser--good for one person, and open back to allow easy access to cockpit from helm.

Showering in the cockpit with Sun shower type of arrangement.
 
The CD 16 cruiser has been all I've needed. It has been fine for 10 day trips with myself and my wife, but it probably requires more planning. While some can't get by without ice cubes, I find having no fridge is a benefit. One man's privation is another's treat.

It pulls so easy that I have to remind myself that I'm towing. Simple to launch and retrieve by myself. Good gas mileage on and off the water. I've towed and launched in places that I wouldn't take a bigger boat. I've gone up creeks and rivers that I wouldn't take a bigger boat. I've anchored in tiny coves that I wouldn't take a bigger boat.

There is probably more that I'm missing out on other than ice cubes, but I can't think of what it would be. If I were going several months up the Inside Passage, I'd probably go back to a bigger boat. But for what I've been doing, the 16 does it very well.

Mark
 
Everyone is partial to the model they own, so....

I’m very happy with my 2005 19 Angler. I go solo on it for trips of a week or two in duration. I live out of a large cooler with minimal cooking. I can always find shore food when I want a hot meal. I’ve got all the amenities (solar, radar, multiple batteries) with out the complexity of plumbing and extra size and weight. It is easy to tow and single hand. I can cruise at 22 knots while getting 5+ mpg giving me a 200 mile range.

I would seriously consider the 2009 Angler that is currently for sale on this site. You couldn’t find a more affordable CDory that will be easy on your wallet to own and operate.

Good luck with your search!
 
seadog":3fjkwmlv said:
i think you are right - the 19 would be perfect - unfortunately Florida is over 7000miles away return trip.
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Not sure what the driving distance to Fl has to do with using a 19. They are found in all parts of the country. The real driving distance from Florida to Campbell River BC is about 3000 miles--I have driven it a number of times.
 
If I found a boat half way or more across the country that, after serious investigation, I really wanted to buy, I'd fly there, inspect, sea trial, and buy it, then rent a pickup truck and tow it home myself to save time, and perhaps money, depending on the circumstances.

Could be a pleasant travel adventure, too, perhaps, based on the time of year, etc.

You'd have to have the wheel bearings and brakes checked out, as well as the tires, and renew as necessary, and so forth.

Often the boats in the mid-west, back east, and in the south sell for less, making the trip more affordable for a west coast buyer.

Joe. :teeth :thup
 
seadog, not sure if you want a new boat or not but there is a 2006 C-Dory 19' Angler for sale at Sportcraft Marina in Portland, Or. I have seen this boat. It is clean and in very good condition. Check them out on the web. Gary.
 
thanks Gary - looks good and is in the PNW at least. i need to sell my r25 before i move on a new boat - will keep an eye on it.
 
Gary,
We kept an eye on "Craigslist" throughout the coast when we were looking for our current boat. Ended up finding the right one way up in Prince Rupert. I completed the whole transaction from my living room, with the help of a good marine surveyor, a friendly bank teller and a highly recommended service shop. When the deal was sealed, Karen and I booked 2 weeks off and lollygagged all the way up there, and back with the "perfect" boat. All the best with your search. It may turn into an adventure.
Chris
 
I agree with the 19. Not just because I own one, but because it is the perfect size for fishing and plenty of room for sleep. (I have not slept on it yet but look forward to Catalina overnighter this summer) It truly sips fuel and with a trim (whale tail) added to the outboard, it actually handles chop fairly well.
Bottom line... Just make sure you buy a C Dory. THEY ARE AWESOME !!!!!!



Richard
 
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