I'd don't know much about ratings. I want to be able to sail at around
7 knots or more is that possible in a 35 footer? I'm thinking more
and more I should change my goal to a multihull. Solo passages must be
brutal in a slow boat. All my ocean experience has been on sleds as
part of a large crew sailing to Hawaii. I can't imagine being out
there forever in a slow boat.

John Cairns wrote:
"Carcharias" wrote in message
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Any recommendations for a 35 foot cruiser?


http://www.mindspring.com/~sailing_fool/

Slightly bigger than 35', but not by much.

http://old.cruisingworld.com/ssbk/tart37.htm

If you know anything about PHRF ratings, I've seen a number as low as 126
associated with this boat. They are mainly centerboard boats, though there
are a few deep fin keels and shoal scheel keels out there. Only downside is
that they are relatively pricey, considering their age.

John Cairns