We are two couples looking at one of these two boats out of SXM next year.

I've done some research on the boats and it seems both have their pros and cons. The Catana's major con seems to be that the helms (dual) are located at the rear and open to the elements. However, when I look at the Lipari, it seems the helm is also open unless the specific boat has a dodger and/or bimini over the cockpit. Likewise, the Lipari looks like if you had an accidental gybe you could take your head off.

Has anyone had experience with either of these two boats (or even a different size)? What did you like or dislike about them?

Thanks