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We love the versatility of the boat - can raise the engines and get close to the beach, can anchor out overnight. We have small maintenance issues that we have to address, such as the shower hose splitting and window shade pieces that need to be replaced. The boat is not high end finish, but delivers a lot for the price. I have not seen another boat with the same versatility/ value ratio (and, I spend a lot of time day dreaming and researching our next boat).
I'm waiting on house to be built between Callahan and Yulee. Am interested in annual boat slip. I was looking for NC 1095 walk through videos and came across your channel. I notice Dunbar Yachts is closest dealer. Looking to purchase boat and rent boat slip in Jan or Feb. I have been meaning to drive into Amelia Island Marina to look around.
If coming from off island, Amelia Island Marina will give you the best access and is fairly well protected. Good luck in your search. Happy to answer any questions.
Are you staying long term or visiting shorter term. If short term - Oasis Fernandina Harbor downtown is a perfect because of access to everything. It is an above average marina we have visited along the ICW for location and amenities. We keep ours at Amelia Island Marina because it is a little more protected.
I do plan another video on crossing and bimini. I have less footage than I hoped, but, there are some cool spots to highlight and the approaches. My day job has pulled me away recently.
Hey Dave, did you find out what the issue was with the depth finder? Mine just went out as well on my 1095 Fly down here in Pompano Beach. I’d like to troubleshoot it myself if I can. Love the videos. Thanks! Hugo
Thank you for the positive feedback. It was likely just some sea grass that came off when it has hauled out. Three times the sensor has not worked over the last few years. Once it cleared with a hard reverse, once I pulled it off, this time it worked after the haul out. I will try to post a picture where our sensor is.
Turns out I have an in hull transducer (Garmin GT15) located below the stairs access panel. It requires some fluid between the sensor and the hull to transmit properly. It wasn't sealed correctly when installed, and the fluid leaked out. Easy fix! BTW, I've followed a lot of your recommendations equipping the boat (mattress tops, storage bins, etc...) Helm seat swivel is next!
@@hugosappey3221 thank you for following. We really like the swivel addition, but, some people do not like the swivel seat because the lever sticks out when you fold up the bolster and stand underway. Just a heads up
We do use the chain rode on our main anchor (our main anchor on the windlass has 100’ of chain), or when using the spare for longer holding. However, for a beach anchor to for a few hours, the lower weight without the chain makes it lighter and easier to deploy. We like that the Fortress can offer solid holding with the chain, but can be lighter (at 15 lbs) to use for temporary holding without the chain.
While the fly bridge does offer more seating space and a better view I think not having it would be better for a lot of people. The coupe gives you roof space for solar panels and/or storage. Personally, I would want kayaks or something small to get from the boat to shore in tricky area, shallow coastlines, or some smaller docks. These boats seem mostly too small for a tender, so just thinking of options on a small inflatable and or kayak solution. Do you guys use anything on the 1095?
We have a Takacat 340 LX, which is a light weight inflatable. We use an ePropulsion electric outboard on it. We assemble and store on the roof rack when we are on longer cruises. It weighs 64 lbs, so my wife and I can lift up and down when we want to use it. We do not leave it up full time. This was assembling on board the first time. It only gets easier. Takes less than 15 minutes to assemble. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-EjzsJ8kR8fA.htmlsi=TvWVFI_6f9r25g3l
We really love the size/range/price/value equation on it. Our kids like day boating and we can pull up and have a beach day. My wife and I like cruising and overnight anchoring. Good luck on your search.
Here is the full video. The Taylor-Made fender rack comes with flexible railing hooks that can fit on the railing. Had to buy a slightly longer bolts to allow it to fit over the railing. Took me a few tries to find the size that works. Here is the full video that has a parts list as well. Easy Steps: How to Install Fender Rack on Merry Fisher / NC ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-9F2ubHV0OEs.html
I couldn't do this. Just looking at them gives me the creeps. I would have to do it with a scraper or a wire brush or something. I'm sorry you have to even deal with that. There's always something to screw up the works.
If possible could you see what the fuel consumption is in litres per hour at 25knots and flat out for both engines. No problem if not, but be great to know as we are looking to buy one next season
Aloha! Enjoying the vids… keep ‘em coming. I have a Jeanneau 895 and have been wanting to upgrade the chair. Would you recommend the stainless steel vs e-coat? Seems the e-coat is not readily available while the stainless steel is. Thanks!
Thank you for the encouragement. 6 months ago only the ecoat was available, we used the stainless on mine. We love the swivel to be able to use for communal seating at anchor. Some people do not love that the lever sticks out when the bolster is up.
That is the Garmin Quatix 7x solar. It pairs with the Garmin chart plotter (i keep depth on it when we are anchored - and the depth finder is working). It also has an anchor alarm. Love the battery life on the solar, but, the non-solar is less expensive. If you have a Garmin chart plotter, it is a great tool. This is a link at West Marine. tinyurl.com/mpd4tbuu It's an affiliate link meaning we earn a small commission to support the channel at no additional cost to you.
Great walkthrough/tour! We saw this at the NY boat show this year and loved it. It’s a lot of boat for the size compared to our Rinker 342. Hopefully in a couple years the used ones will be priced right for us.
It gets you all the systems of a bigger boat at a fair price. Some of the materials are lighter quality - but you know that going in. The value is really high and we love the versatility and accept the short comings. Tried to be open about our experience to help others.
I use the navionics boating app ( on my cellphone) to give me a detailed map of the ocean bottom where ever I am. It is much better than a depth finder. Check it out. It is a life saver when I am fishing. No more snagging the bottom with my downrigger cannon balls. Or going near shoals or shallow water. I use that along with the Garmin Striker GPS fish finder.
We uploaded the boat registration and dingy registration. If you had pet (and I believe weapons, but not 100% sure) those documents would be uploaded as well.
Thanks for sharing! My new to me boat, is still in the slip until I get some "dual" instruction. Sailor transitioning to twin screw, they say it's easier. We will see......
After one year of ownership, Positive: Spacious, plenty of storage. Interior holding well Mercury outboards fantastic. Fast boat. Joystick is a real joy for docking. Love Garmin electronics. Low clearance for low bridges. Good looking boat. Negatives: Light weight, bit unstable at anchor and rough going on choppy bay. Portside glass panel shattered, long wait to replace. Portholes paint flanking off. Cheap materials. Acces to raw water strainer for A/C not easy so that stateroom can't be used for storage. Brass seacocks, in salt water, need replacement every 5 years. Through hull are British thread so special order.
Great comments. I am in the US, so power cords, through hulls and railing attachments are all non-standard. We do not have a joy stick, a little jealous about those. Sorry about the window. Have seen a few people with that same issue. We have been comfortable at anchor - but in protected harbors. The low dead rise (ie flat bottom) contributes to that rough ride in waves.
You mentioned that you got a leakage at the inflatable floor of your Takacat. Has that been accepted as a warranty issue? I have got a very similar issue too. Please let me know. Thanks
They accepted it as a warranty issue. They asked me to video tape the seam leaking and send to them. This is the warranty page: takacatamericas.com/pages/warranty-center#:~:text=Parts%20and%20equipment%2C%20including%20carry,years%20from%20date%20of%20purchase.
I have head about that window issue. We have had minor issues with some hinges and I have pulled screws out of fiberglass, but nothing that significant.
This was the most detailed walk through I have ever seen. I have a Jeanneau Leader 9.0, bad decision. Lots of power no storage and not a good boat to sleep on. You walk through has made make the decision to purchase the NC 1095. Thanks
Thank you. Good luck with the 1095. We really enjoy the 1095. It is not perfect, but the combination of range, interior space and features is really attractive.
I appreciate it. I was not happy with the mistakes, but, the goal is to show what it is like being a boat owner. Just talking about docking while doing it threw me off.
Thank you for the encouragement. Happy to answer any question I can about the 1095. I should have gotten an electric turkey carver. But, muddled through with the scissors I had.
It runs rough off shore in larger seas with how low the dead rise gets about mid-ship. We have crossed to the Bahamas in 5’ seas and wallow a little. It is happiest in seas under 2’. It is sea worthy and you stay dry in the waves, but it is not a smooth ride. The 1095 runs happiest at 4400 rpm, which you just cannot do in waves over 3’.
@@echozulucruising Thanks, we are interested in the 1095 and really enjoy watching your videos. When you say 5’ and 3’, are you meaning 5 metre and 3 metre waves?
@@echozulucruising Sorry, am just asking these questions because we live in New Zealand and wind can often change suddenly from 5 knots to 25 knots during a day out on the water
@@christopherkolose5822 sorry was going all imperial measurement - 1 metre to 1.75 metre waves. It can plow through bigger waves, but it is not optimal with the flatter bottom.
Super-useful review. We are rapidly zooming in on the 1095 having looked at dozens of different brands and it’s really useful to get an overview from an owner / operator instead of a review from a dealer or journalist.
@@echozulucruising What are the main differences between your 1095 and the Antares 11 . ? I seem to recall the Antares has only 2 cabins, so you'd lose that smaller cabin you use for storage. Also, the Antares has the drop-down deck on the starboard side which is rather nice. Any other major differences?
We looked at the Antares 11 as well and liked it. A big deciding factor for us was finding a broker we trusted in Dunbar Yachts. The three things I really prefer (without the experience of owning one) on the Antares 11 are 1) the cockpit "beach mode" 2) a closet in the main cabin and 3) the bow cushions and integrated/stowable sunshade. The three things I prefer on the 1095 are 1) a separate 3rd cabin for storage (instead of the larger full berth that is both storage and sleeping) 2) the salon layout with seating across for meals (and the salon table converting to a large couch for reading and movies) and 3) the galley layout, with more storage above the galley table and with the sink in the corner, then stove, then prep area behind the helm. The Antares 11 looks like a great boat and was on our shortlist, though, we do not have boat envy over not having it (now, the 1295, that I have boat envy over because of all the space).
@@echozulucruisingThanks, really useful. We looked at the 1295 Fly as well as the new DB42 at the Tampa Boat Show recently. Both a bit out of our price range for a first boat, but jut beautiful vessels.
