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[Gary Stavrou]

Bill
Thank you for your thorough answer.

Which leads me to the practical reason the question was asked in the  
first place!
In real life cruising conditions, should we seek the lightest  
possible build or does the associated weight sensitivity suggest that  
a heavier boat is more practical. Also is a heavier boat more sea- 
kindly.
I know these are subjective questions.
But how much extra power (and fuel) would a seasoned traveller be  
prepared to accept for cruising conveniences?
Gary