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Originally Posted by captron400
As the former owner of C400 #74 (Good Vibrations) for 11 years and Commodore / Tech Editor for just as long, I'd like to point out the 400 and 42 are both good boats but there is a noticable difference in performance. The 400 is lighter, has more sail area, and it's waterline length is close to 1 foot longer. If I was going for cabin arrangements I'd probably pick the 42. Anything else gives the 400 the nod.
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Hey Ron,
They posted this in 2003. Best bet is they already made their choice!! I agree with what you said though, except the cabin arrangement part. The 42 has some drawbacks there too - or some differences I should say that you will either like or not like.
Brian
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