Hi, group.

It's finally time: I want to get a Catalina 27. I feel it's pretty much
the ideal small cruiser for Georgia Strait. I'd like to hear stories,
get tips, info, etc. just as "fuel for fantasy" before I get it, and
I'm sure there's lots out there, since it's one of the most popular
models in the world. I'm splitting my requests into 3 topics so they
don't get messed up.

This one is on performance. Not racing performance, cruising
performance. Like: what kind of speed can I expect under power with a
9.9 outboard? (assuming calm water, no wind, etc). How about under
sail: what can I expect for speed if I'm sailing fairly conservatively?
I'd like these numbers so I can estimate times to various locations (ie
find out what bays, etc. are "doable" in a day, 2 days, etc., or how
long will it take to cruise from Vancouver to Port McNeil?)

druid