Choosing the right boat

Just imagine when that pleasant sunny day turns to rain and wind. You’ll be wishing you made a better choice with your boat purchase or hire if you’re cruising around in a model with no overhead cover.

Whether you desire a small speedboat or are looking at a nelson harbor launch for sale, you should consider the application before you make your investment.  A boat can be made based on your individual preferences too, so it’s worth checking out custom boat builders if you want something that will l completely match your personality and location.

Search for quality
It’s worth looking closely at a boat’s hull design. It’s important that your hull is built to international standards and requirements if you want to keep your machine running for years to come. Check the fixtures, the sealing and any small mechanisms attached to your boat to make sure it’s strong and sturdy.

A powerful engine?
You don’t always need a powerful engine to have a great time in your boat. Turbo powered twin propulsion engines may look great and be good in a race, but think about your fuel consumption and how you’ll navigate in your environment.

Don’t underestimate the deck
The deck layout provides a space for you and your passengers to enjoy the open sea. Whether you’re travelling in large groups or just by yourself, a good deck allows you to really enjoy the boating experience.

When evaluating a deck, look for deck fittings and hand rails and how they’re crafted by the manufacturer.

A comfortable interior
If you’re lucky enough to be looking at boats with considerable inside space, you can take a moment to consider what make a good interior. A spacious interior may be great, but will it increase the size and weight of your boat, reducing your overall speed.

A closer look at Nelson pilot boat craftsmanship

Nelson’s are known for their exceptionally soft ride, excellent handling and style. Models in this class are largely considered to a great option for tough waters. This is largely due to their robust builds, well-crafted and produced with maintainability in mind. 

Many have invested in the Nelson boat throughout history for its reliability as an industry leading model. But some look to the Nelson for sentimental reasons. 

The making of a boat
Sturdy planks of wood scattered across the boat building yard and skeletons of boats awaiting completion – boat-building is an age-old art that dates back centuries.Though the techniques and tools have evolved the process remains no less captivating.

Methods and designs are an important part of boat-building. Typically a Nelson Pilot boat for sale will be more than just a fun purchase to upgrade your lifestyle. It is also an investment and appreciation in history.

A great hull
Nelson boats have a winning hull design. This hull is a well-proven all-weather design that has been tested professionally around the world.

With the addition of an integral stern platform to maximize the running length of the hull and contribute to ease of trim, handling, and sea kindliness – the Nelson boat does well to offer the best you can hope for in boat design.

Powerful engines
The engines are controlled by an electronic shift and monitoring system. The port and starboard gearboxes are arranged for hand rotation, driving outward turning 2” shafts with optimized propellers to reduce noise and vibration.

While the fuel tanks are molded into the keel section of the hull and hold about 2,000 liters each. One feeds the port engine and the other the starboard engine.

A deck to behold
The Nelson deck layout provides strong deck fittings and hand rails are manufactured in stainless steel. The quality of wood used also depends on the money the owner is willing to invest in the boat. 

Cruisers available from seaward boats brokerage

At Seaward we not only build boats, but have a brokerage department offering a selection of previously owned Seaward Nelson yachts for sale. Our brokers are all ABYA qualified and provide a complete personal service from start to finish. We are ready to help and advise whether you want to buy or sell a Seaward.

We can also help with spares, repairs, servicing, valeting, and our Seaward Sea School instructors are available for sea trials and to collect and deliver your boat if required. Our RYA instructors  also offer a range of powerboat courses right up to advanced level aboard your own boat if preferred to give you and your family the confidence to make the most of your time afloat.

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