My 2 cents on customer profile/demographics which describes myself. I became a serious customer for a passagemaker two years ago at age 60. I retire soon at age 62 and will have an income of about $50K/yr. I'm looking for an ocean crosser to be crewed by the captain and the admiral who are in good physical shape. I have a lifetime of small boat experience in coastal waters and limited blue water experience. I'm a retiring engineer with good DIY skills. My initial priorities are under $500K cost, very seaworthy and safe, low maintenence, great fuel economy, simple robust systems, capable of extended time on the hook. I don't care about appearance, speed, luxurious accomodations, highest technology, or get home engine. Prevention beats out cure. That said, I am currently building a 44'Diesel Duck. I am very interested in this discussion topic. Dan Gill DD44"Pelagic"