The C&C MARK III truly embodies the term racer/cruiser.  With her long waterline and good stability, she steers beautifully and performs impressively, yet her interior layout and design allow for pleasant cruising.   She has a nice turn of speed in light air but when reefed down will stand up to heavy air and rough going at sea.  Her cockpit and deck layout make her fun to race and manageable for a short crew.