The engine is installed beneath the bridgedeck, and to the delight of mechanics and surveyors, the installation is not crowded. Access is good to all sides of the engine. Like most of O'Day's cruising designs, the 34 is aimed at moderate sailing performance and spacious accommodations. By 1981 standards, the hull form is quite beamy however, there are no extremes in shape to produce poor sailing performance or erratic behavior. The deep draft keel is a moderate aspect fin for good windward performance and the rudder is large for good control.
Overhangs are short resulting in a reasonably long sailing length.
There is a V-berth cabin forward followed by head to port and hanging lockers to starboard. This is a very spacious and uncluttered interior and what the arrangement lacks in imagination it more than makes up for in efficiency. This is exactly why this is such a popular layout with yacht designers and owners alike. All Rights Reserved.