A real racing boat (in it's day) - it was fun and exciting. Once sail was up and boat got up to speed, it was full tilt and really gave me the feel of moving fast and the effort rquired to keep it going. I volunteered to work the "coffee grinders" to help tighten/loosen sails, while others steered or took up lines. Beautiful views of SF, but the real thrill was feeling the power of the wind in the sails, including boat tilting 25 degrees plus. Appr 2.5 hours on the water. Full disclosure, no bathrooms on board. My girlfriend loved it too!