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What size boat
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03/15/2016 11:01 AM
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For a trip in January of 2017, there will be 3 couples plus skipper. Right now I am looking at 2016 40' Lagoon. Would that be a little tight for 6 adults plus skipper? 2 of 3 couples are newbies and have never been sailing on a trip like this. My wife and I are the 3rd couple and our only prior experience was on a Privilege 435. We were the only two with skipper on that boat so we had plenty of room obviously. Should I be looking at a bigger boat?
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Re: What size boat
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03/15/2016 12:04 PM
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Twanger, when you say it's tight, what do you mean? It's tight in the sleeping quarters or tight up top in the common areas?
Kenneth
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Re: What size boat
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03/15/2016 02:51 PM
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A lot depends on your (1) budget and (2) the people you are sailing with. If the six of you are hard-core sailors, then you are probably used to being a bit cramped and the 40ft lagoon will work fine. But if you think the group might prefer a little more personal body space, then go for a bigger boat. If the budget is not a significant concern, then go for a Leopard 48 or similar.
s/v Snow Dog - Leopard 46
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Re: What size boat
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03/15/2016 03:01 PM
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None of us are hardcore sailors by any means. Just love being out on the water.
I only have the Privilege 435 to go off of. Will I notice a big difference in space with regards to salon, trampoline, aft deck, etc compared to the 40'?
Twanger, the Lagoon 40' has 2 heads so I presume that will lead to more storage space and maybe more communal space as well.
I just don't want to assume the 40' will have enough space for the 6 of us and then we show up and I am disapointed. But I may be over thinking it, which I am prone to do!!
Kenneth
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Re: What size boat
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03/15/2016 03:22 PM
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The number of heads doesn't really concern me as much as salon space, deck and trampoline space.
Can anyone else give thoughts on noticeable salon, deck and trampoline space of lagoon 40' versus 44' or 46'? Thanks for all the replies so far. Tough being a newbie and picking a boat!
Kenneth
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Re: What size boat
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03/15/2016 03:57 PM
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On our first bareboat trip, 16 years ago, we had 10 of us on a 38' cat. Never seemed crowded. Last year we had 10 of us on a 50' cat, seemed a little crowded....LOL. It really depends on what you get use to, we keep moving up in size, so we are getting spoiled.
I think on a brand new 40' Lagoon, you will have plenty of room for 6. We prefer to have a head for each couple, but if that is not important, then you should be fine.
Colleen
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Re: What size boat
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03/15/2016 08:34 PM
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Re: What size boat
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03/15/2016 10:01 PM
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Why not post in the classifieds and pay your dues... I have seen your ad in 2 threads... Support the TTOL hosts, and pay the $10 for a classifieds ad! Just MHO ............! Deepcut said:I have (actually WILL have , as boat is under construction) a NEW Lagoon 42 that will be available through TMM beginning October 2016. 4 cabin/ 4 head plus single. AC/ generator. See more here. http://sailtmm.com/Tortola/Boats/tiger_photos.cfmMessage me or call at 706 Five 94 9103 for questions or direct booking (with savings)
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Re: What size boat
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03/16/2016 06:21 AM
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Hi Mike! Yes. My wife and I did sail with you on Jeannius in 2012. We absolutely loved Jeannius and the trip you provided was just amazing. Would you say aft deck, salon and trampoline area are comparable to Jeannius and a lagoon 40'?
Kenneth
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Re: What size boat
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03/16/2016 09:08 AM
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I am partial but I LOVE Lagoon 450. Check out www.coolchange.life for photos. The 450 has a ton of living space inside and out. I love all the outside space and the huge bridge deck and sun loungers on top. It really is an awesome boat especially if you are looking for comfort. It feels like a floating hotel to me:)
Cool Change
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