Gilbert, Actually, having subscribed to this list for years, I get the impression that more M-Listers keep their boats in slips or on moorings than keep them on their trailers. You heard from a lot of trailer people because your original question about the Cape Dory Typhoon versus the M17 said something to the effect of, "I'm interested in trailerability because I want the versatility to leave the neighborhood and explore . . ." If trailerability is factored in, it's a key point of comparison between the CD Ty and the Montys . . . --Craig