301 Good points & bad

Just picked up the thread. Like Holby I am based in Wales,berthed in Cardiff Bay. Most of my sailing is in the Bristol Channel with its well known tides. There are times that I wish for a bilge keeler,but as all sailors know the wind is usually on the nose when you want to go somewhere. So the only way is the deep fin,and the 301 will sail as close to the wind,  closer than most, other than out and out racers.

As Holby mentioned,some people will dry out 301s against a wall. I have done this in Illfracombe,and it was my first attempt.All went well even though I watched her down and then back up with my heart in my mouth. I would do it again,but it is worth checking out the ground under you with some locals.

I like the 19hp volvo engine and the boats lines. However, there is always a trade off.You get a fast streamlined hull without lots of freeboard,but you loose out on accommodation.Personally I like a boat that sails well,but if I had lots of money I would like the creature comforts as well.

 

Happy New Year,and all the best with your search.

 

Richard