2020 Cutwater 28 Review

[@dandersonjr]

That my friend was a very thorough and methodical review. Don't think you missed anything. Thanks for taking the time to do it and it has helped me immensely. If I was going to go diesel I think I'd prefer Ranger Tugs or a Cutwater with outboards. This is the decision I'm facing.

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you Roadster 1963 for watching and taking the time to comment. Ranger Tugs are a great choice as well. If you go the outboard route, I would appreciate hearing back from you with regard to your experience. Cheers

[@etnordy]

Thanks for reviewing this boat, it helped answer a bunch of questions I've had about the layout and features. I enjoyed hearing your personal insight as to how you use certain things and showing how layout options move to convert for function. I would have enjoyed more of visual of how the shower works in the head.

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. We will look at including a more comprehensive look at shower features in future videos.

[@teddyrivas1082]

Very impresses on all detailing of the boats features, and the way a boat should be featured and displayed. Very professional! Great job! Only thing that was not told was , how far, and how many nautical miles one can go or reach, on fuel capacities! Or consumptions! Thank you once again!

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you Teddy for watching and for your comments. I do have some fuel burn rates to that I will share in the performance video.

[@brucebaker3523]

Been looking at trailer trawlers trying to find the best of both worlds and your C-28 has me sold! We can travel and camp in or out of the water and explore anywhere with a single investment

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Bruce, we have absolutely had success with staying in our C28 while its on the water or on the trailer. The only point I would caution you on if that is your intention is to purchase the West Coast package, which comes with the diesel furnace that can be operated while the vessel is not in the water. Good luck, and let me know if you purchase one and hoe you like it.

[@christopherlynch3314]

Great job on the tour, beautiful boat!

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you for watching and for leaving a comment.

[@mytwogoodhands2799]

The series is not complete Matt please post the rest of the parts

[@CombatDoc54]

Two features I like on this boat vs the C-Dory and the Ranger is the additional clearance lights when on a trailer and also the overhanging roof over the cockpit. I have seen the C-Dory's and the Rangers this snap on awnings over part of the cockpits but when in adverse weather, water will come between the snap on tops and the cabin's aft door. I like the dock lighting also. The rear helm is great also and the fold down seats on the cockpit. Why does it have a "hot water heater?" If the water is already hot? It is actually a "water heater".

[@Ronsgonefishing]

beautiful boat...with the volvo 260 hp, I'm wondering about the fuel range. How many miles per gallon do you get at the rpm sweet spot up on plaine ?

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Hello Ron, I thought we had included that information in the description, but I see now we did not. I know some of the values you are looking for, but since we will be out on the boat within the next week, I will obtain the remainder that I cannot recall and post them for you. Thank you for watching and posting your question.

[@Dan-by2vj]

@@mattseclecticreviews3614 did you ever find an update on the range at cruising speeds?

[@panacea407]

That was a wonderful tour of a beautiful boat. Is this too much boat, or maybe just not a good fit, for lake use? Again, great job on the tour!

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you Panacea for watching and for sharing your question. Actually, our Cutwater C28 resides on a lake when we are not traveling with it. If you wish to see the size of the lake, search your favorite map for Lake Merwin toward the southern border of Washington State. Happy Holidays.

[@rangertruth4776]

What is the warranty and is it transferable to the second owner ? Thanks

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you, Ranger Truth, for watching and for your question. Sundance Yachts verified the following information with Cutwater for me. Please remember that this is what I was told as of the day of this posting, and that Cutwater may change the terms at any time. 1. 12 months warranty from Stem to Stern. 2. Volvo offers a 2-year warranty on the diesel engine which Cutwater buys out to 5 years. 3. 5-year structural warranty. All components of the warranty are transferable.

[@rangertruth4776]

@@mattseclecticreviews3614 Thank you

[@user-tv5dt3nm9y]

Thanks, Mr Matt.

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you Lew for watching and commenting. I hope you will check back with us and watch our four-part owners review of our own Cutwater C-28

[@Dividend_Investing2024]

Very thorough review, great video! Is this boat available for sale/delivery in Europe?

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you for watching and your question. I will look into that for you and share what I learn.

[@Dividend_Investing2024]

@@mattseclecticreviews3614 Hi Matt, thanks! I was already in touch with CutWater and they have a dealer on the East coast of US that can arrange shipping to France for $5,000-10,000 USD depending on shipping method. I'm now in communications with a chartering firm as this would be a charter boat pending on charting firm feedback. Cheers!

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

That is great news! Thank you for the update. I hope you will share your experience with the process and your Cutwater should you choose to purchase one. Best of luck to you.

[@evan002]

You've totally sold me on this boat. thank you for going into such great detail. I plan to keep my next boat in salt water full time, is there anything that I should consider before ordering a C-28?

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Evan002, thank you for watching and for reaching out to me. We are in the midst of making an Owner's review of the C28 which will consist of four videos. The first video covers "Fit and Finish", the second "Function", the third "Systems", and the final video will cover "Performance." There are things in the upcoming videos which will be very helpful. How soon do you plan to order your new Cutwater C28? I am happy to communicate the points directly if our videos will not be released in advanced of your order.

[@cecilcheng5705]

is there storage under the v-berth?

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Cecil, thank you for watching and for your question. The V-Berth is comprised of three cushions, forward, port, and starboard. There is ample storage under each cushion. Each storage compartment is finished in gelcoat which makes them very easy to clean.

[@yan2503]

Can seakeeper be installed?

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Yan, thank you for watching and for your question. I have not considered the possibility before now. There is space aft of the engine for a Seakeeper I. If you plan to also have a diesel genset, you are looking at considerable weight when adding another 365 lbs from a Seakeeper. I believe the boat would handle it, but checking with Cutwater beforehand is a good idea, especially when you consider the $14,900 price tag for the unit plus the expense of installation.

[@bobcathey8903]

There are four areas where I think this boat design can be improved. The keel is great for stability. First, somehow keep the keel and add dual outboards for better performance. Increased fuel capacity would be required for range. Number two, split the head to have a port/starboard configuration to reduce daily hygiene cleanup. Addition of an outboard setup would allow for a stern area watermaker. Number three, I had a custom Nextgen diesel 3.5 kw genset installed in my 2000 Doral 270 SC. 3.5 Kw is pretty low power. After 20+ years it is past time for NextGen to offer a smoother, more compact, higher performance diesel genset for a segment leading price. Then we would be making progress. Number four, a more modern, ergonimical electrical power panel is in order. As a potential owner, I do not want to get on my hands and knees to manage power. Hope this helps. All the best!

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you Bob for watching and taking the time to include such detailed comments.

[@domt7925]

great informative vid

[@Luv4Frankie]

Pretty good video , a price range would've been nice

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment. I will include a price range in future reviews.

[@MarkENorman]

What were the main reasons you choose a Cutwater vs. Ranger Tug?

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Greetings Mark and Leona. We really like the Ranger tug as well, both are excellent choices. At the time the comparable Ranger Tug model was over 8'6" in beam, and our moorage has strict rules to remain at said width or less. Also at the time there was no Ranger Tug dealer in our area. Hope this helps.

[@edvardlehotski4644]

This is beautyfull !!!

[@leojoshua21]

What are we talking? My guess is about 500K.

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

I am not certain what happened to my price edits in the description. I will add them back this weekend. Thank you for watching.

[@scdevon]

More like $250k depending on options. All boats are overpriced for what they are, but there is lots of value in these C28s.

[@Rileytaco]

I am not sure what you recorded this on but a 500$ cell phone would do better. ty for the review

[@mattseclecticreviews3614]

Thank you for watching and commenting. Unfortunately there were unforeseen circumstances in that shooting, and we have strategies that we hope will address similar situations in the future.