I don't have any experience with the Cape Dory Typhoon but my 1983 M17 (with the working jib or a few wraps on the furler and 1 reef in the main) is a delight to sail in 25 knot winds. I can heave to for a snack with no problem or I can put the rail in the water to try and get my wife wet while she's lounging on the leeward cockpit seat. The M17 inspires great confidence and is just plain fun to sail in a blow. It's also an easily trailered boat. As you can tell, I'm hooked. My wife and I have spent up to a week on the boat and on several occasions have gone for 3 days without setting foot on land. There are other good boats around for sure, but I don't believe that there are any better boats in the same size.
Mark Dvorscak M17 Grace M23 Faith _______________________________________________ http://mailman.xmission.com/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/montgomery_boats
