flicka gaff cutter?

[beaverbenny]

After sailing my first boat, an Alberg 22, around for the last year I feel that I have outgrown her. Not that she is too small, just about right actually, but I would like something a little more comfortable and seaworthy. I live on St Croix and the closest neighboring island is a good 8-10 hour sail across open water. Of the boats in my price range, I've always thought a flicka would be a good next boat for me.

One flicka I would like to look at is a gaff cutter. I find gaff rigs attractive and facinating but have never sailed one. Does anyone have any knowledge of how a flicka handles as a gaff cutter? also, a general breakdown of pros and cons of a gaff cutter rig would be helpful.