I have not been to GYC but they sure have lots of sweet rides... i LOVE the causeway for many reasons (esp that its almost in my backyard) but we get the best of all worlds, protected intra-costal waters in the St Joeseph Sound, and just a 1/2 mile run out to the Gulf. Lots of spill islands for camping and beer breaks.... State park beaches and Clearwater beach for eye candy....