Roughly: on M17 Keel is 1'9"" with CB up - with CB down is 3' 9"" cheers- Shawn Boles Grey Mist (M17 #276 1978) -----Original Message----- From: montgomery_boats-bounces+shawn=ori.org@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:montgomery_boats-bounces+shawn=ori.org@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of Jerry Sent: Monday, November 06, 2006 2:11 PM To: montgomery_boats@mailman.xmission.com Subject: M_Boats: Close to the bank I am interested, but do not yet have a Montgomery. I have a wonderful picture as my computer wallpaper of two Montgomery 15 boats pulled up about a foot from a sandy shore. This capability really appeals to me, but I may want the larger M-17. I have read several cruising stories where both boats were present. Does the greater draft of the M-17 make much practical difference in being able to pull up close to shore? Thanks, Jerry Renno ________________________________________________________________________ ____________ Sponsored Link $200,000 mortgage for $660/mo - 30/15 yr fixed, reduce debt, home equity - Click now for info http://yahoo.ratemarketplace.com _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats