I am in the market at this time for a sailboat
around 20' which I plan to power with electric
propulsion. I am interested in the Ray or Solz outboard. I am
a sailboat type from way back. I love sailing, and
have always held stinkpot powerboats in contempt.
<br>Now however, the more I think about silently gliding
along under electric power, at sailboat speeds, without
all the hassle of raising and rigging a mast, and
trimming sails. I think I may just leave the mast and
sails at home. I am also intrigued with the idea of a
solar panel awning, and maybe a wind generator, for
extending my range. I am envisioning a hybred electric boat
witch I can spend several days at a time, away from a
dock.<br>The 3 boats that are at the top of my list right now
are the Nimble 20, the Nimble Bay Hen, and the
Skipper 20.<br>I would love to just get a Compac 23 with
electric propulsion from Windborn, but can't afford
it.<br>Fair winds<br>william
