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Anyone know about sailing?
Like how much a boat would cost, how big of a boat would be needed to sail form Seattle, WA to southern California, what kind of courses/how expensive those courses would be, how long that trip would take, any or all of those answers would be greatly appreciated ^.^
Planning on it being just me and my girlfriend on the boat. Wanna do this for our honeymoon after we get married. Also, would it be unsafe to stay out on the water at night?
The web is full of good, solid Classic Plastics in all price ranges.
Ck some of the marine magazines like Latitude 38, etc. My Cape Dory 25 went from Seattle to Alaska and then down to San Diego. The young fellow sailing it knew what he was doing, though.
I don't know what your budget is but starting searching and researching the boats you both like and make a Short List of the favorite ones. Then start looking in your area for those on sale in your price range.
Even though it's only a foot difference in length, there's usually a lot more room (even standup head room) in a 26' than a 25'.
If I had to do it all over again, I'd get a boat between 28' and 32' in length, encapsulated keel, preferably an inboard diesel (Yanmar, Beta or even a gas Atomic 4 over an engine they don't make anymore (like a Perkins). Choosing a boat is full of compromises so don't think you're going to find one that has everything you want and laid out exactly how you'd want it.
I'd guessimate a good cruiser can be had from $8,000 up and upgrades, repairs, rerigging, etc can be another $8,000 and up depending on the survey (which I definitely would get for any boat I'd buy if it was my first one.)
You sound like a novice so I would definitely get some instruction. First through your local U.S. Coast Guard Auxilary courses for sailing. It's a great organization taught by sailors and the cost is genrally for the instruction materials only. Here you'll learn the fundamentals, regulations and they often will test each student on their on sailboats prior to issuing your certificate (mine did). After that, you can take lessons from a professional or get a boat, refinish her the best you can (and afford) and learn the hard way by just doing it in relatively safe areas before venturing out into the ocean.
Learning from weather forecasts, patterns, predictions, etc is invaluable.
The voyage south, depending on the time of year (all sailing is done in sailing seasons) can be smooth and easy or you could have a variety of treacherous weather to contend with enroute. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise but the ocean can be very nasty at times. Most boats built for ocean voyages (even coastal cruisers) can generally handle the storms, swells, winds. It's the experience of the captain (and crew, if available) that can really determine the outcome. It's not pleasant handling the ship by yourself while your crew is below seasick.
It's something (the voyage) that you shouldn't take lightly and always be prepared for the treacheousness of the sea.
The previous owner of my sailboat told me he would be about 80 miles off shore to stay away from shipping lanes, etc.
Remember, a sailboat too close to shore can be a dangerous thing. Sailboats are much better off where you have room to move without having to fear hitting land. Unlike motorboats, sailboats can't always get away fast enough from land even under power.
Having said that, sailing is probably the most overall relaxing and enjoyment filled vocation a person can do. It's you and Mother Nature.
Sailing at night is totally different but just as enjoyable. When you are away from shorelights, the skies open up and a million stars will be seen. I never try to approach a strange port, harbor or hidey hole at night. Better to lay off until dawn before entering waters you're not familiar with.
There are several books, charts and DVD's showing previous voyages from the Northwest to Southern California and even south to Baja, Mexico.
Many of the sailboats that make the annual Baja HaHa run from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas, Baja, California, come from the Northwest and Canada. You might try locating them on craigslist or through Latitude 38 websire, classifieds, etc. In fact, in March they are having their Crew List available for this years Baja HaHa run.
Good luck..... it'll be a voyage you'll never forget!
Fair winds....
sloopy
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