A better post!

[Woodsong]

Life is good as you contemplate the world at 7 knots!

We had a great weekend on the water...no surprises, all systems functioning, etc. Got up to the dock later Saturday due to sports with the kids, had a nice dinner, an even nicer frozen daquari, anchored out Sunday for lunch until just before dinner, lots of swimming, lounging, etc.
We're loving the new trawler!

 

[Paul Isaac]

Life does not get better than that!

What did you buy?

 

[abalmuth]

Woody
your new ride is a great choice - Enjoy every minute of using it!
7+ Knots is idle for us ;-) But lately we have slowed down to a slower cruse (still on plane) of 17 Kts

 

[Britanic]

I have to tell you, i have always admired trawlers like yours and may very well be looking to move in that direction.
I have read your other posts and its a beatiful boat.

 

[Woodsong]

Andy...7 knot idle....sounds about right!

I could see how if one was on a tight time schedule and trying to cover large distances a trawler could be irritating. I think it's actually even more suited for a large lake like lanier....it's not like there is a huge distance to go and all that and everyone in the fast boats gets there a few minutes before us but hey...we're in no rush and 2 to 2.5 GPH fuel burn can't be beat. It's like having the economy of a sailboat without having to buy sails or fool with sails!

Britanic, we love our little trawler so far a lot. I love the woodwork and detailing and the classic lines and yes...even love the smell of the diesel exhaust! Granted, I have a fair amount of work before me but she will be in tip top shape when we're done.

Paul- we had just recently bought a 1983 Monk 36 single screw trawler.

And BTW, so far...handling with a single screw has been no issue. Granted, no currents, etc. on Lanier but docking, at least bow in, has been a cakewalk thus far. The big diesel prop digs in and responds immediately and she's gone right where we want every time. Now...one day I may actually try to back her in!