Would you rather have a boat or a RV?

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@Stereoguy Really, that's neat. I've always like them. Don't have any experience though.

So you grew up near water then. Cabin cruisers, speed boats?
The gas aspect I hadn't thought of. But there's virtually no galley or below-decks on most to go to. Whatever you do, dont get a sail boat...unless you bring books to pass time waiting for wind. It's like bobbing around in a dixie cup.

Yeah RV is the way to go. That would be my investment.
Though, drove a friends speed boat once, loved it and was going to buy one. He got it used 14 000.

What boat would you get if you decided?

@Stereoguy Very nice. My friends was a runabout, with seating for 8. He took his family around at the cottage. Not really a bona fide speed boat.
You guys had easy access to the Potomac and the Atlantic then, so a nice sport fisher would serve you well. With space enough for shelter and freshening up below. They can move decently too.
I really like the idea of the cabin cruiser. The one you had sounds well appointed, suited for a family getaway just cruising the Potomac. Like an RV on floats. But docking accommodation for something that large is difficult, so I believe only 4 places! But you could always fry up your catch and eat supper on the deck.

I get you about DC, beautiful, but deadly after dark. Nine chances to one a nice boat would be gone.

That sounds awesome. Better than getting the keys to dads car. Finishing a days sailing at a great concert!

Younger, my dream was a sport fisher. Spend the day catching, then anchor way out mid lake and fry it up as the sun set lit up the sky. Just a bunch of us hanging out. Now, I'd go for the cabin cruiser, sail up the canals and waterways and visit the little towns.

@Stereoguy That's magnificent. Like a prize in a powerball lottery. They're stunning works of art. Something functional as it is tasteful. Probably has serious ocean going potential as well, allowing you to leave the inshore waterways and bay. A nice alternative to a summer house.

@Stereoguy I agree, it's really only territory for transiting regions but you need to hire crew for it. I have more than a healthy respect and fear for the ocean.
A while back, with friends down by the harbor, we spotted a sport fisher moored. It had a mural or palms on its stern, with Hawaii as its registration. I cant imagine the harrowing sail across the pacific to lake Erie in that thing!

Nevertheless, a yacht is a great alternative to a cabin cruiser. A nice second home that still fits through locks and canals and gets you attention wherever you dock.

I was online on a companies site that does yachts for the exclusive in Monaco. They had about 25 designs to choose, plus interior. All about the size of small battleships!
Wow..if $ were no object!

Will you guys take one for a test drive? Have you made a decision on a model?

@Stereoguy Fantastic. I know some states are less than welcoming here. That's the way you want to go, with full accommodations. It is after all the trip of a lifetime. Other than gas costs, it would be very doable. Even in campgrounds, CLASS A seems to be a growing trend. No more roughing it.

@Stereoguy Ha ha, yes it is. But no need for sore backs and air mattresses, and leaky tents in this modern age. I'm a purist, but after 4 cranky days of tenting I longed for our neighbors A Class with satellite dish next door.😩

A month is great, 3 awesome! Being self contained you could almost do it, if you stocked up like crazy. 3 month trip is my dream.☺️

@Stereoguy Great! And no need for spare change or waiting for a campsite machine.
They're a good size too, as I imagine the fridge and stove are also. With plenty space for storage.

How often do you refill potable water tanks.

@Stereoguy The interior is beautiful, love the dark wood. Yeah the benefit of CLASS A is full size appliances, I've noticed that. You really get the sense of home.

I figured water would simply be on-site pressurized hook up, that's great. And carrying the extra for transit is wise.

@Stereoguy Slides were a novel concept, greatly increasing what's possible in RV living. Duplicating the floor plan of a small home, rather than a cramped tour bus or trailer.
Yours is spectacular extended.

Original spec is opportunity to improve and maximize performance. I'd go for custom ad-ons also. Guessing the slides were standard.

The 4,500 was well spent. Cherry cabinetry, and finished ceiling and trim look great with recessed stainless appliances. Slides extended, gives a sense of full sized luxury.

Smart to opt for a high capacity generator. Otherwise, you'd be limping along on an inadequate system. And yes, driver AC alone would not work, especially in southern humidity and heat. You need powerful roof mount units. Along with the 100 gallon tank, gives you the range and comfort to live even while in transit. I like the fact you can run it all while driving.

@Stereoguy Wow I'd have thought much more fuel use out of the generator, same tank-that's handy!