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I have to second John's comments. We've been cruising a 34 for over a year now. We realized early on that we just had to bite the bullet on the "extras" and limit our stowage to below decks. We know a crew who even lost, among other things, their dodger to a boarding sea. Also, I do not believe it is practical to stow on deck with the belief you can move stuff below when it gets rough. It's a catch 22. Once it gets bad enough that you decide it's time to move the gear below, it's too late to safely do it. Also, by that time, you are usually very tired and need whatever strength you have just to sail the boat.
Dave Mancini
PSC34 #305 Swan
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