I built a 70' longliner (with a stern cabin).

sure, you did. and in your backyard, summers when you weren't teaching high
school French classes.

The stern is more
comfortable.

how would you know?

And, if you are taking shifts at the helm in rough weather,
being able to sleep is a good thing.


boy, you ARE a genius, aren't you? So, why do you want a bouncy, side,
skittish boat with known problems with gear failure and 800# of water under the
v-berth?