leeward 18

[galatea]

Interested to know if anyone owns or has ever been on a leeward 18. They look the part, offer plenty of deck space and go on a trailer. So 3 big ticks for me there

Would appreciate if anyone can offer any info on performance/fuel economy of different engines and also how they handle on the drift and at anchor.

Also, if not a leeward 18 then what other boats would be a worthy substitute?

Any info much appreciated

Cheers

Ben

[porchylad]

I thought the same but was steered away from them by Mark from just fishing boats. Crap apparently! Can't remember the reasons he gave me but knows what he's talking about. As for a recommend, there's so much out there but it depends on what tou have to spend......

[Bully]

That guy Mark steers you away from every boat except the ones he's selling!

[Dave.S]

If you are still looking for info on the Leeward have a look on my website www.fishing-boats.info you will find a report from an owner of one.
He thought they were great.

Dave

[littlesal]

i dont know anything about them as they are always out of my price range but I think its a beautiful looking boat.

[gdk46]

Hi

I have a Leeward 18 with an inboard diesel engine for the last 18 months.

This boat is great as a stable fishing platform, performance and economy

Before this I had a Warrior 165 pro angler, which in it's own right a very good boat, but you cannot compare this to the Leeward.

Anyone who said they are not any good, have not been out in one. I have taken different people out from our boat fishing club and they all rave about my boat after a trip. If you can afford it and can find one, go and look at it, you won't be sorry.

My boat will be shortly up for sale as my ex want's her pound of flesh.
If your interested

[keith]

Leeward 18 is a sturdy built boat, used the earlier ones built on the island. quite heavy for its size. Needs 70 to 80 hp engine. goes well , anchors well.

[galatea]

Now thats what I wanted to hear.....something positive about the boat from owners/past owners.

I like the fact that they are heavy sturdy boats. i want a boat that i can use and give a bit of shite to without fear of it foundering.

The impression i got was that they must be pretty good as there are not many, if any, second hand examples on the market - suggesting people who have em keep hold of them.

Gdk - would like to hear more about your boat. had thought more about an outboard version to allow more deck space but you never know......

[gdk46]

Hi boat my Leeward 18 is now for sale.
£16000-00
2005 enclosed wheelhouse
Inboard diesel 1.7.
Alpha Stern drive
Dual control (druve the boat from Cabin or Deck)
Braked rollercoaster Trailer
Aux engine
Fish Finder
Ship to shore Radio
+ anchor, Life Jackets, Flare Kits etc

Will post Picture's soon

[galatea]

I am interested. have sent you a message. look forward to seeing pictures + any other info.

Cheers

Ben

[gdk46]

Pictures of boat - on link below

s1055.beta.photobucket.com/user/jamieb12/library/Boat%20Pictures#/user/jamieb12/library/Boat%20Pictures

Regards

[galatea]

Thanks for the info Gdk but i'll be completely honest - its not what i had pictured in my head.

Sure it will work well for somebody though. Hope you sort a sale out.

Cheers

Ben

[gdk46]

IT GOT TO GO.

Ex wife wants her share of money.

Now selling £15000.00

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