Hi there, Well, it has been a while sense i want to get a sailboat but now i am getting more serious about it. i am 41 and if i want to do this its a good time now. but i'd like this to be my life, not just a passage in my life. i am thinking of living in it and going where i want and when i want. just be free that's why i need to get a boat that is strong comfortable something i really like. i am thinking of a cold molded hull,full keel. I read that cold molded are great. that's why i am thinking of that.
by the way do you know the tip of boat that are like a football shape? they are larger inside and make more room.
For now i am on my own but in the future we never know. I have a lot of things to learn about sailing before and need lots of experience for sure. so for now i am saving$ and learning thanks for your interest.
stephane

stephaneg, would like to know more about your dream of sailing around the world. what is you motivation? who will be joining you?
regardiing boats, there are so many capable boats - so rather than focusing too hard on cold molded, just get to know the capable boats, and if one happens to be cold molded, you won't be afraid to pursue it. the most important aspect of sailing around the world is choosing the proper season and route. of course your boat must be strong and in good shape. sounds like a grand adventure. i certainly have loved my cruisng experiences - in rough weather and calm. my boat is on the hard for now. need to sell it - (i have two boats!!! :0!)