We test sailed the 34XL (C&C 36) today in 20-25 knots.

The boat is a bloody rocketship! Really fast and responsive with simply great
cruising ability below. We topped 10 knots on several occasions without much
bother and local rating of 84 really was apparent when we blasted the few boats
that were out, including a J29. With every puff the boat seemed to just rear
back and charge...a feeling we get on the 32 at times, but this was really fun!
Suzanne and I spent an hour below when we got back. The rear bunk is a near
perfect fit being 7 feet tall. The cabin is simply beautiful, though I like the
32's nav station a bit better. This boat also has an enclosed shower which is
nice.
The cockpit is shallow compared to the 32, but was quite comfy for 5 of us. The
big wheel had great feel and I had the boat in the groove right away. Running
back stays...aaaack! Oh well...This boat is the ticket!
Being able to pull a line to adjust the genoa cars was also a nice deal and all
of the hardware is top notch!
A simply great boat....now...to make the deal and time it right!

Capt RB