I wasn't saying I wanted the biggest boat, I just saw some things on
larger boats (45 to 55 feet) that suggested that there always might be
a crew on board, if long hauls were in order. I also see the
international races sporting 60 foot boats, yet I realize this is a
very unique application. However, I don't want to overlook the need
for a definite size to either gain a certain speed or safety while at
sea. Even the Vendee Globe boats are huge.

The stories I've seen are from 17 feet to about 35 feet. I've been on
boats in my day, and 40 to 50 would probably be best. I also suffer
heavily from boat envy, and larger boats, with blue hulls and teak
decks just win me over. Fetish? Perhaps.

I also would like to entertain people, as my parents had a blast with
people at Ontario Place, where we had our mooring on a yearly basis.
Best days of my life so far.

And lastly, I see the quality/environment of larger boats to be much
more appealing. Plywood interiors with cans of tuna rolling around
doesn't appeal to me. Makes it more like a job, or something I feel I
have to accomplish. I have worked hard enough so far, and I'd like
some relaxing fun in my life, not a perilous wet chore.

Cheers