cockpit that is so big that even if no water got inside the boat when pooped (impossible with no bridge deck), it would add so much weight (remember a gallon of water weighs 8.35 lbs) it could sink the boat. No thanks. But for coastal cruising it is wonderful. I've sailed them and liked them very much. But please don't try a Gulf Stream crossing in one. I not saying you won't make it, (folks have crossed the Pacific lashed to a log) but why do it if you don't have to.