[alberg30] Alberg 30, Texas review--other possibilities

[FINNUS505 at aol.com]

From: FINNUS505 at aol.com

In a message dated 2/1/00 3:30:21 AM Eastern Standard Time, RABBIT649 at aol.com 
writes:

<< From: RABBIT649 at aol.com
 
 In a message dated 1/31/00 12:58:58 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
 FINNUS505 at aol.com writes:
 
 > The 26 foot Arial is another good boat, but try as I have, I cannot get 
 >  passed her big dog house, and straight sheer. Ugly. But they are 
 extrememly 
 >  well built, good sailors, and good accomodation for their size.
 Lee, what do you think of the Pearson Commander (Ariel hull, big cockpit)? 
 How would you compare her with a B27 Weekender for construction, looks , 
 handling, ergonomics? I want to settle on one boat, then look only for that.
 Paul,
 #23 Ashwagh
  >>
Hi Paul,
In truth, these two boats are very close, and you probably will be happy with 
either.  they are both well built, and able sailors.  The Bristol 27 is the 
better looking  design, with a springier sheer, and slightly longer ends. One 
day, I was sailing with my friend on his Arial, and we were parralleling the 
course of a Bristol 27, which was towing a dinghy. Our speeds were equal, 
telling us that the Bristol 27 was the faster boat-no surprise, since she is 
longer, and has more sail. It was blowing about 14 kts that day.
I totaly enjoyed Scott's letter about his electra. there is someone who 
enjoys his boat!!  The trouble with electra's is they are hard to find! The 
23 foot sea sprite that he mentions is another good one, and many more are 
available, and I see them for 2-3 grand commonly.  This would be a good 
choice, Paul, if you are looking in that size range.  As far as sailing 
characteristics go, though, there is a difference in feel of 23 vs. 27, and 
that is a personal decision as to what you are looking for.  As far as saftey 
and capablity, the electra and the sea sprite will take anything the larger 
boats will.  But after sailing my Alberg 22, and then the 30, I know the 
handling and speed are different, and it is up to you to decide what you want 
this new boat to do for you. Personaly, between the Arial and the Bristol 
27,I would choose the Bristol.   Fun to think about all this, though. I wish 
I could have one of each!! And a 29' Dragon, the former olympic keel boat!!
hope this helps,
Lee

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