Sail boat hulls - Forums Archive

islands50

2011-03-25 23:05:36

Good day

First of all, I have to admit I have never been, Salmon fishing but one time in WA. And found this site while strolling through the Tuna sites, I think the term is Greenhorn, or something to that effect.

Since my main thought is to go Tuna fishing and not Salmon, do to the high cost of permits, if and when they are available, I am going to ask the question any how.

Has anyone considered a Cement boat ??? I have found US built hulls that will meet the Jones act, from 45 to 55 ft on the water line, with about a 7 ft draft. power that I have found varies from a tall block 4-71 to a 3306 cat T/A, and yes they are sail boat hulls, I have the idea since they are also designed as cruising hulls, for blue water, and easily driven, they might work well.

I think I have done most of my basic homework, as far as equipment, brine systems, electronics, safety gear, and of course the comforts of home while out.

Thank You in advance,

Islands50

mydona

2011-03-26 16:51:36

I know of a couple of cement trollers in the fleet in Craig, AK and 2 sailor/trollers from the past. I'm not sure of the status of the sailors? 1 was/is the Stone Lady and the other was from Port Protection but has since retired to Hawaii. Mostly I heard good things about the ride on the ocean. Good luck

islands50

2011-03-26 17:18:27

I also have heard good things about the ride, and also fuel consumption, there again, since i am new to this, any help would be most appreciated, and I know I am also looking at a different type of fish, yet I think the basics are almost the same?

lone eagle

2011-03-27 03:28:26

there's a large concrete sailboat in Bandon for sale, that boat Im sure could go anywhere. And there's at least one concrete fishing boat in coos bay...not a sailboat but a west coast combination. look like tough solid boats. I remember the 'Bobolink' in Port Protection back in1995, nice liveaboard.