Hi Jerry: A couple years ago, after some discussion on this list, I called Royce and he made an M15 Tiller for me one foot longer than the stock tiller (1984). The primary benefit has been the ability to sit one foot forward which has added much appreciated stability when going to weather without feeling awkward. The tiller and rudder still can be stored below without any difficulty. The additional lenghth hasn't hindered opening the cockpit lockers. Although I sail single-handed I don't think the additional lenghth will make it too crowded with crew. However, I wouldn't recommend adding more than a foot. I've often wondered how you determined the proper length of the tiller, in the first place. Rich Cottrell M15 # 288, "Really" "paid for two - got one"