The last time we took the 25' Albin to FL we motored the entire east coast at 5 mph and decided the old Volvo 3 cylinder diesel is too loud and rattly to listen to nonstop for weeks straight. This year we could do the trip in 24 hours! Of course, it will take us longer as we stop to visit with friends (who have an area big enough for us to park) along the way.
And, in case you haven't heard the Erie Canal has suffered extensive damage along the Mohawk River section especially. Look at http://www.tug44.org/flood/hurricane-irene-2011/ for pictures of the damage to a few of the locks. It doesn't look promising for anyone expecting to travel on the canal from Syracuse to the Hudson River this season.
More news to come.......
