MC,

You reasoning is becoming very myopic.

A canoe stern is a very good and inexpensive way of increasing hull
length. increasing stern bouyancy, extending the length of the standing
rigging, increasing tracking ability, increasing the distance of the
helm thereby increasing cockpit space, easing helm pressure in a
following sea.

These are some of the thing all sailors know. Lifeboats, Rescue Vessels,
most work boats in rough work areas are double-ended. There is a reason
and you know the reason. I'm not sure of Jax but I know you do. Don't
act stupid to make a point

Give it up!

Ole Thom