So, after decades sailing with small dogs, we got used to having some carpet in the cockpit which also helped keep the dirt and sand from going below when on our Catalina mooring. It stayed put except for lively sailing; never had it in place for races. We took it out but we still thought the cockpit needed "something". I though about a synthetic teak, but got scared off by some friends who had issues. Ultimately, we settled on a SnapLock product. 1' X1' squares that snap together. We went with a cross-rib design that is kind on bare feet. This stuff has some cushion but stays in place. It took my wife and I about ten hours to make templates and trim the pieces. Happy so far. Marine Decking and Flooring: Slip-Resistant, Draining - DuraGrid