DSK wrote:
DSK wrote:

.... Bunks are most commonly fore/aft but some boats make best use of
space with a bunk or two (usually aft) the other way. Since most
nights are spent either docked or anchored, it's really an important
point IMHO.


Oops... the above should have read "it's NOT really an important point
IMHO."

DSK

It is important if you are trying to sail for six to eight days, say
from Ft. Lauderdale to the Virgin Islands. If you can stay on one tack
for six hours (~36 nm), then the off watch person can sleep with head
up, feet down. Otherwise, sleep is interupted when a tack is made. with
three people on board we do 3 on, six off watches and rest is very
important. Transverse bunks just make planning a little more difficult.
krj