Cavalier Tow Info meeded

[Sunsetrider]

To Cavalier owners out there: We currently have a bowrider 1750 perfect for our needs on the inland lake we live on, but I find myself obsessing over the thought of getting a Cavalier. As I get closer to finding the right one I am coming up against worrying second-thoughts. Obviously there would be no point in getting such a boat principally for use at home. I'm not even sure it would fit inside my boathouse. The hope is that this boat would be able to take us on our daily toots around the lake at home, but also be able to be used to explore the various boating areas close to our home, such as the 1000 Islands in the St. Lawrence, and the Rideau canal system.

I am trying to get a sense of how convenient it will be to tow such a boat around from time to time or is this type of vessel basically left at the marina throughout the season, and pulled in and out only seasonally . . . for the most part. Am I biting off more than I can chew? Opinions from Cav owners appreciated!

 

[Sunsetrider]

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Maybe I should have spelled "needed" properly . . .

 

[Halifax Shipfaced]

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Is your question specifically about towing a Cavalier? or towing a weekender style boat like a Cavalier (24'+ boat)?
I'm guessing the latter and my answer is to you is definitely get into it. The boat turns into a getaway camper and you find yourself thinking of all the different places you can go with it. Seeing new places is the best.
On our further destinations we even sleep in the boat, on the trailer, at rest areas.

 

[Sunsetrider]

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Thanks for the response Halifax - that;s the kind of info I am looking for. You make it sound enticing!

 

[BNP]

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The Cavalier is an excellent entry level cruiser that is very well equipped for a 24' boat. They are 3600lbs dry, and around 4500lbs loaded. I use a 6000lb tandem axle roller trailer behind a 1/2 ton 4x4 pickup. You certainly know that you have a good load on, but can fairly easily maintain 55 mph. At 8'6" beam, the boat fills the lane but is still legal without any wide load permit required.
Having owned and towed, and enjoyed a Doral Cavalier, I say go for it!

 

[Sunsetrider]

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Thanks for pitching in, BNP. Although I didn't jump in this season I am still working up the courage - and the savings - for maybe next season. The Cav stills seems to fit the bill best.

 

[kenmyfam]

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Nice boat. Towing needs a vehicle with a suitable capacity to pull it. Fuel cost when towing will obviously increase some. Good Luck with everything.