Hallett's have been around a long time and are a well built boat. Totally agree on the freeboard, you will generally find more room (length for length) on a Baja than a Hallett. If she's an open bow (very popular on west coast boats), ya gain a little more room for riders, just not good for overnight sleeping unless you like wakin up covered in dew! Good luck in your search,
tom

Hallett
 

Hallett was killer!!! There was plenty of room. Looking at a Baja and a Formula this weekend. Thanks for all the help.