Posted by Jacqui MacConnell (jacimacc@…>)
It may also come to where, and what kind, of use do
you most anticipate? We kayak, so the swim step, or
swim step extension, on the F36/38 is a real boon. It
also could be a life-saver in hauling some one aboard
during a man overboard maneuver. And is my favorite
perch for early morning coffee, or a sunset glass of
whatever.
And if initial purchase price, pre-personally chosen
refit and re-electronics, matters, the 36 is a bit
older yet, but the identical accomodations, to the
F38. TPI later just hull formed the swim step
extension, and stopped offering the F36.
It used to be possible to get that extension direct
from TPI, and affix it to the stern. Giving one more
water line, the nice back patio, and WAY
less acquisition cost. Spend your money on other
wanted/needed items or systems? So try checking the
F36 offerings, also. You’ll be perhaps pleasantly
suprised.
Folks on this list used to say the two foot,
pre-molded, extension job cost about $4,000. Don’t
know what the practcicality or modern day costs are
right now. But they’re surely worth investigating.
Sparrow is a 1986 hull, and she still just amazes and
delights. I am SO happy with this boat. But then, I’ve
loved every Freedom I’ve been aboard, so…
Keep us informed on your hunting status, please.
Best wishes.
Captain Jac,
SPARROW
Taylor Bay,
WA State
— Jeff Chale <jwchale@…> wrote:
I like both boats. The 38 is larger and has more
storage room. The 35 is newer and has more modern
features. The 35 has no bridge deck and thus is
easier to go in and out of the cabin. It has a walk
through transom, stall shower and a true “T” shaped
cockpit.
You can’t make a bad decision.
Jeff
kenjengreen <kengreen01@…> wrote:
Hi, I have been looking for a used
sailboat in the 35 to 38 ft range
this year and have narrowed down to a freedom, I
think for the $ they
seem to be one of the better used boats out there. I
cannot decide
between the 35 and 38 any suggestions?b
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