I fish both intermediates and floaters, but in the surf, deep water, and very windy conditions I like a full sink.
The full sink cuts through the wind like a hot knife through butter.
Deep rips.. the only way to go.
And in the high surf, my favorite, a full sink will get your fly down below the wild water fast.
Some will say that a full sink makes for tough line control...hogwash.
The simpler the outfit, the more skill it takes to manage it, and the more pleasure one gets in his achievements.
--- Horace Kephart