Several years ago, we wrote an article titled: "The Ideal 'Looper' Boat" (# 11) for the AGLCA Great Loop Link newsletter. You can read it and our other cruising articles by logging onto our web site at: < http://www.twojscom.com/GreatLoop/CruisingArticles.html >. You may also like article #6 which compares Diesel to Gasoline powered boats. You may be surprised by the conclusions, but it will certainly steer you in what will be the best boat for you and your lifestyle. John and Judy Gill Delaware River Sail & Power Squadron, D/5 Two J’s V, a 36 ft. Carver Mariner Slip E-26, Sassafras Harbor Marina, Georgetown, MD AGLCA Life Members, Gold Flag Loopers AGLCA Harbor Hosts for the Northern Chesapeake Bay USPS Life Members & CPS-ECP Members eMail: < jjgill@twojscom.com > Website: <http://www.twojscom.com/GreatLoop/>