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cathluk
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Initially Posted - 11/12/2005 : 18:38:49

Well, its almost official. We're moving up to a Pearson 31. It's a 1988 that's been well cared for up in Annapolis. The diesel was replaced in 1999 (although it already has 600 miles on it - the current owners are retired & use the boat a lot. We'll be getting new sails before we sail her down the Bay in the spring. All that's left is to finish the paperwork & sign on the dotted line. She's currently named "Ceili III" (that's pronounced Kay-Lee & its an Irish dance that is traditionally important in courtship). We'll rename her "Far Away".

I feel a little like a traitor. I love our C250, but as anyone who's read my posts over last year or so know, Dan would like some head room as he's starting to get a permanent hump from stooping over on our boat. We looked at the C28 which was great, but had almost no storage either on deck or below. We didn't really love anyting about the C30 & hated the table. The C320 is a wonderful boat, but the price was higher than we wanted to pay. The P31-2 layout is wonderful. It has great storage both on deck & below. And it sails like a dream - wonderfuly balanced. Dan was at the helm during the survey sea trial in 15 knots & said that he could steer with one finger. A little more wood than I wanted - I not only have teak handhold & teak hatchboards, but a teak toerail. Guess I'll learn how to varnish! In the end it came down to the question - would we really get that much more enjoyment out of a much more expensvie C320 than the P31? And the answer was no.

We'll keep checking in every so often. And if you know anyone who wants a C250WK have them check out the for sale listings.

Cathy
"Far Away"'88 Pearson 31
(DPO C250wk "Blown Away")

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ClamBeach
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Response Posted - 11/13/2005 : 02:55:22

I think for many of us, the C25 is a stepping stone to bigger vessel. If Catalina or some other make, it's really the sailing that counts.

Fair winds and great voyages.

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existentialsailor
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Response Posted - 11/13/2005 : 07:58:03

Can't go wrong with a Pearson. Enjoy!

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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 11/13/2005 : 08:08:51

I would love to see some pictures, I bet she is beautiful.

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Arlyn Stewart
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Response Posted - 11/13/2005 : 10:30:07

Cathy, you offered wonderful news... that you and Dan have found a boat that suits your needs... how could there be any thing wrong with that?

It is our good fortune to know you... we hope that association continues.

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Oscar
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Response Posted - 11/13/2005 : 11:11:49

Kewl, congratulations. And I can say, from experience, that you really never leave. You just move a little further away, but you'll still visit here and are made to feel welcome. Wave when you see us on the Bay....

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tinob
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Response Posted - 11/13/2005 : 13:57:07

Great news Cathy, the Pearson is a fine craft and I'm sure you and Dan will love every minute sailing her.

Keep in touch and flood us with pictures.

Val on the hard DAGNABIT

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Lightnup
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Response Posted - 11/13/2005 : 20:35:47

You go girl! As long as you're not going over to the dark side (i.e., a powerboat), stepping up is a-ok.

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reuben
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Response Posted - 11/14/2005 : 12:59:19

Congratulations! Looking down the road toward eventual cruising on Lake Superior, Pearsons are high on my list of boats to consider. Sounds like you've made a wise choice.

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cathluk
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Response Posted - 11/14/2005 : 15:19:46

This is "Ceili III" - she'll be renamed "Far Away".

http://www.yachtworld.com/core/listing/pl_boat_full_detail.jsp?slim=quick& boat_id=1444324& ybw=& units=Feet& currency=USD& access=Public& listing_id=1603& url=

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Lightnup
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Response Posted - 11/14/2005 : 19:06:09

Sweet!

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At Ease
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Response Posted - 11/14/2005 : 19:27:13

You can still be an active participant in the C25/250 forum. I sold my C25 in the summer of 2004 and bought a C320, but still hang around here...lots of good infomation for all sailors.

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Bay Tripper
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Response Posted - 11/14/2005 : 19:59:03

Long ago I had a Pearson 31. It was a great boat to sail. I'm sure you will enjoy. If you do not give me a call.

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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 11/14/2005 : 21:54:26

<blockquote id="quote">quote:<hr height="1" noshade id="quote">Originally posted by cathluk
 This is "Ceili III" - she'll be renamed "Far Away".

http://www.yachtworld.com/core/listing/pl_boat_full_detail.jsp?slim=quick& boat_id=1444324& ybw=& units=Feet& currency=USD& access=Public& listing_id=1603& url=

<hr height="1" noshade id="quote"></blockquote id="quote">
WOW!

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Ben - FL
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Response Posted - 11/14/2005 : 23:57:23

Very Nice! And very happy for y'all. Sure have enjoyed your posts. Hope we meet you on the water some sunny day. Fair winds and safe voyages.

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Ray Seitz
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Response Posted - 11/15/2005 : 12:32:46

Congrats Cathy! Pearson is a fine boat and the 31 is at the top of my list. I looked for a 31 with a walk through transom (very rare 1990 year only) for a long time. When I was much younger most Pearsons were made almost in my backyard and I remeber visiting a dealers showroom and dreaming. Visit us here on the forum often. If you haven't found it already heres a link to a pretty good Pearson site.

http://pearsoninfo.net/index.cfm

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osmepneo
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Response Posted - 11/16/2005 : 16:05:30

Cathy,

She looks like a beauty, you and Dan have done yourself proud. Congratulations!

I enjoyed our visit to Richmond a couple of years ago. It was great meeting you and Dan face to face.

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tmhansen
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Response Posted - 11/17/2005 : 02:12:05

Cathy, what a find! Your new boat looks like a dream! I hope you will continue to share your adventures here.

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Douglas
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Response Posted - 11/19/2005 : 01:08:08

You go Girl. Pearson is a great boat. I moved up several years ago to an Alberg 29. I still look back . The C-25 has to be the best boat and more fun pound for pound than I have ever had . I miss them but when the winds up to 50Kts and your getting close to God you just have to have something a bit more heavy .

Ruth and I are now looking to move up again. We will be in Coos Bay Oregon on the 26th to look at what we hope will be our next boat .A beautiful Hardin 44

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Frank Hopper
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Response Posted - 11/19/2005 : 06:41:58

Doug,
What is the advantage of such a short waterline?

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cathluk
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Response Posted - 11/19/2005 : 19:32:20

Doug -

Wow! 15-foot-itis! She's got lovely lines.

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ClamBeach
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Response Posted - 11/20/2005 : 15:53:49

"...will be our next boat. A beautiful Hardin 44"

She looks to be in great condition and has a very well thought out configuration. Lots of room and very comfortable.

Only real flaw I see from the specifications is that she might be underpowered for her displacement as she won't drive to her hull speed. IMHO she really needs another 25 hp (at least) to have enough reserve thrust for bucking headwinds and current. That might be a real consideration up in Puget Sound.

If you don't pick her up, post back and let us know how she looked in person.

I'm shopping for my 'retirement home' too and have been eyeing that vessel... the more information I get about boats the marketplace, the better.. and of course, post back if you buy her, we'll want to share in your new boat excitement!

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ClamBeach
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Response Posted - 11/20/2005 : 16:54:54

"What is the advantage of such a short waterline?"

IMHO Follows:

Shorter waterlines weren't a design objective, but were was the result of developing 'seakindly' hull forms with graceful entry/exits.

Overhangs allow the bow and stern to lift easily with the waves rather than have to punch through. This yields a comfortable and safe motion. If you examine most classic bluewater designs, you'll find significant overhangs.

On the other hand, modern 'racing' boats will have very abrupt hull entries to get a longer waterline (greater hull speed). Get out in an seaway with a racing hull and you'll have a jarring, wet and uncomfortable ride. (albeit fast).

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