1979 Endeavour 37

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Name: Don and Claudia Jones departure@marathonkey.com
Boat Name: Departure
Year: 1979
Hull: 235
Size: 37' ketch w/bowsprit, A-plan
Date Purchased: 1989

Previous Owner History:
1st Owner (1979-1981): from Norfolk, VA
2nd Owner (1981-1989): Robert Hecht, Norfolk,VA, s/v Departure

Your Sailing Experience:
Chesapeake Bay, ICW to Key West, Dry Tortugas, Florida Gulf coast, Bahamas (Abacos)

Boat Review:
We have upgraded, replaced about everything on "Departure" since we purchased her in 1989. We have been living aboard since June of 1994. Great for a couple, although we have adult children and mates visit at times. Good heavy vessel with a high degree of comfort, which gives one confidence in her safety. Natural starboard list (heavy galley+battery bank weight) can be controlled by careful storage onboard. Weather helm, while not difficult can be controlled somewhat with the mizzen. My Autohelm 4000 is just not adequate, and needs to be larger.