The Cape Dory Board

Thanks for the input. I don't think the boat will be out of the water. This would be my first look at the boat. All I have to go on is the surveyor's report the seller provided. Unfortunately, because I live in Alaska, I have to weigh whether it's worth it to head down there. I think this boat is a ...

I've been in contact with the owner of a CD 33 in the San Fransisco area. He forwarded me a survey taken a few years back when he bought the boat. The surveyor found cosmetic blisters in the gel coat and high moisture levels in the rudder. I think the rudder would need to be fixed. However, I'm wond...

I have also been looking at CD 33, but I plan on living on board by myself with the occasional friend for about 5 years before an extended cruise. My research led me to both the CD 33 and the Westsail 32. From what most people have said, the WS makes a better liveaboard, but the CD is a better sailo...

I'm actually looking at a CD 33 in Bellingham. I'm looking for an offshore cruiser/voyager that can double as a liveaboard for the next few years. I've also been looking at Westsail 32s. Any thoughts given these aspirations?