Is a Catalina 30 a bluewater boat?

Is a Catalina 30 a bluewater boat?

It was built to be a coastal cruiser, not a blue water boat.

Is Ericson a blue water boat?

Member II. As I have narrowed down my search for a new boat to the Ericson 34, I have noticed in all my lurking about that the Ericsons are not listed in anyon’e list of “blue water production boats”. They are invariably complemented as great sailors and cruisers, but never recommended for the long haul.

Are Catalinas good boats?

Conclusion. The distillation of her designer’s decades of boat design and building experience, the Catalina 425 is an excellent cruising boat that will carry you just about anywhere in comfort, safety and, yes, speed and style. She’s a worthy winner of a SAIL Best Boats award.

Are Ericson good sailboats?

The Ericson 35-2 is a wholesome family cruising boat. She sails well, and has enough exterior teak trim to look nice if you want to go to the trouble to keep it up. The Ericson molded fiberglass toerail is not particularly attractive, but it’s a lot less maintenance than a teak toerail.

Are Ericson sailboats any good?

Ericsons were generally well built boats and the 38 is a very nice sailing yacht but, having sailed aboard one of the boats several times, I think you will find that storage capacity is somewhat limited for truely long term cruising.

Are Catalinas Bluewater boats?

In addition to a pragmatic layout and a tried and tested reputation, the Catalina 27 has a bit of lore to go along with it. A few people have even sailed these hearty little boats across oceans and around the world although they’re not really “bluewater” boats.

Is a Catalina 34 a bluewater boat?

Catalinas are not blue water boats! I have heard this many times, and it always has me scratching my head. I know my boat might not be as seaworthy in the nasty stuff as a full keel Island Packet, but neither is a Hunter or Beneteau.

How many Catalina 30s were built?

6430
Catalina 30