PDQ 32/34, Shoal Survivor -- Sold!
Posted: Wed Jul 26, 2017 9:48 am
Sold. I hope the new owners will actively join this forum, as they come across questions I can't answer and as they gain wisdom and experiences worth sharing. I know Shoal Survivor has a LOT of miles and years left in her. Meanwhile, I'm exploring the possibilities of my new-to-me F-24 trimaran. A surprising amount is the same (masthead instruments, two of the winches, traveller, genoa cars), and a lot is different (centerboard, only 1500 pounds, laminate sails).
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A broad tramp makes for comfortable lounging, under sail or at anchor.
As you well know, PDQ yachts are known for superior quality, durability, and ability in heavy going. Quality resins, synthetic cores, vacuum-bagged construction, and strategic use of carbon fiber insure both light weight and freedom from delamination and blistering. Systems are well thought out, designed for easy maintenance, and carefully installed. Unlike the "price point” the boats they often compete with, these were built with years of bulletproof, reliable service in mind; if quality is important to you, this PDQ will make you happy.
Ready for a tropical holiday?
Within the PDQ 32 family, this 1997 PDQ 32 is among the most thoughtfully tweaked, including important upgrades including:
•Extended transoms. This added two feet create a swim and boarding platform, adding enjoyment for the kids and accessibility for mature sailors. It makes a wonderful parking zone for water toys, and older and disabled sailors will appreciate safe dinghy boarding. The additional length also reduces pitching and increases speed.
• Professionally installed air conditioning and heating. Cool surroundings make summer civilized, and heat extends spring and fall cruising, the best of the year.
• Extended and faired keels. Improved tacking and windward ability.
• Inside genoa sheeting tracks. Combined with the above improvements, this makes her the fastest PDQ 32.
Many of the repairs and upgrades to this boat have been documented in over 75 article published in Practical Sailor and Good Old Boat Magazine. Many additional projects and tips are published on the blog, above, and my books.
For complete specifications and a complete description, please visit my blog at:
http://sail-delmarva.blogspot.com/p/pdq ... -sale.html
The hull extensions make for easy boarding and a better ride.
Many of you know me as a long time and frequent contributor to this forum. I have no intention of going away or of turning off my blog. I have too many PDQ owners as friends and too much equity in this great brand to let it go. My reasons for selling have nothing to do with PDQ. It is all the cruising catamaran I would ever want—strong, fast, good with a small family, and easy to handle on my own as well. My next boat will likely be in a completely different direction, because I need a new adventure. You’ll see.
With the slider open, the sallon is bright and airy, with 270 degree views.
I'm going to miss this boat.
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A broad tramp makes for comfortable lounging, under sail or at anchor.
As you well know, PDQ yachts are known for superior quality, durability, and ability in heavy going. Quality resins, synthetic cores, vacuum-bagged construction, and strategic use of carbon fiber insure both light weight and freedom from delamination and blistering. Systems are well thought out, designed for easy maintenance, and carefully installed. Unlike the "price point” the boats they often compete with, these were built with years of bulletproof, reliable service in mind; if quality is important to you, this PDQ will make you happy.
Ready for a tropical holiday?
Within the PDQ 32 family, this 1997 PDQ 32 is among the most thoughtfully tweaked, including important upgrades including:
•Extended transoms. This added two feet create a swim and boarding platform, adding enjoyment for the kids and accessibility for mature sailors. It makes a wonderful parking zone for water toys, and older and disabled sailors will appreciate safe dinghy boarding. The additional length also reduces pitching and increases speed.
• Professionally installed air conditioning and heating. Cool surroundings make summer civilized, and heat extends spring and fall cruising, the best of the year.
• Extended and faired keels. Improved tacking and windward ability.
• Inside genoa sheeting tracks. Combined with the above improvements, this makes her the fastest PDQ 32.
Many of the repairs and upgrades to this boat have been documented in over 75 article published in Practical Sailor and Good Old Boat Magazine. Many additional projects and tips are published on the blog, above, and my books.
For complete specifications and a complete description, please visit my blog at:
http://sail-delmarva.blogspot.com/p/pdq ... -sale.html
The hull extensions make for easy boarding and a better ride.
Many of you know me as a long time and frequent contributor to this forum. I have no intention of going away or of turning off my blog. I have too many PDQ owners as friends and too much equity in this great brand to let it go. My reasons for selling have nothing to do with PDQ. It is all the cruising catamaran I would ever want—strong, fast, good with a small family, and easy to handle on my own as well. My next boat will likely be in a completely different direction, because I need a new adventure. You’ll see.
With the slider open, the sallon is bright and airy, with 270 degree views.
I'm going to miss this boat.