A very Nice boat Nutsy,

I've sailed a Bristol, Yawl Rigged with a 150 furling head sail. It may
be a little tender for long off-shore work but would do the job.

I myself would prefer a Lyle Hess Cutter Rigged, Much more comfortable
and capable of standing up to tough going.

I also would not turn my nose up at a Gulf32. Getting close to the top
of you range but Cutter Rigged it would be a match for almost any other
boat in that range and as comfortable as anything in that range. With
the Inside Helm for sure.

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