On Tue, 28 Sep 2004 10:04:03 -0400, DSK wrote:

What's wrong with the J-32, the J-35C, the J-37, or (since you're
talking about spending the money) the J-42? To my eye, they're not
"beautiful" but they are certainly good looking and good sailing boats;
plenty habitable enough (and also seaworthy by all accounts) to be a
"proper cruiser."

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For offshore cruising, I'd pick the J-44. It's fast, roomy and solid,
not bad looking either to my eye. Perhaps a bit "drafty" for some
venues however.