Somewhere among all the advantages of light, fast boats, there are a few cons. One that comes to mind while off-watch, skimming along at 10-15 knots in total darkness, is that boats like Sally aren't what you would call forgiving. Fast, yes; responsive, yes; fun, definitely; but they're no the kind of boat you can heave-to and sit out a storm in. Running downwind is really the only option and it takes a lot of concentration to weave through rough seas at speed. No sleeping at the helm.
There is a predictability to the waves that makes driving blind less scary, but it's still unnerving to have no visibility. Luckily the moon is rising in the next few minutes. It's a full one too—better than having headlights on the boat.
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