flicka gaff cutter?

[CJV]

Your Alberg seems pretty seaworthy by design. But for your next boat you might want at least some 30' of LOA and roughly the same kinds of sail/displacement/waterline proportions in order to make those passages in weather.

Now.. the Flicka... I can't see going from your current boat to that and having any better results, in any category... Might want to check out:

http://www.ventureyachts.com/practical.htm

Best,
CJV