Where are you folks located? I'm in Cape Coral, Florida.
I was also interested in Rory's article, that in fact sold me on the boat! While I have no intention of circumnavigating, it's nice to know the ability to cruise is there.
I haven't been in 40knots yet but, have had some 20 knot gusts and it's nice not to be worried about capsizing. I'm well past the desisre to trapeze!