I think conditions on the water can change very quickly.

If you are going unsupervised then you should get something that you can right under all circumstances. The H16, Gateway and TheMightyHobie18 are all nice boats just not recommended for single hand sailing. Note: Sven http://www.catsailor.com/bb_files/104587-%23SvenSchang.txt was on a H16. I personally would not believe in wishful thinking when my life (or in your case small children) could depend on it. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" />



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You're definitely NOT crazy. I have many customers take small children out all the time! And, single handing the 16 in light wind is no problem. It can be a chore to rig solo, but there are ways around it. I think I have a better option for you though...

What do you think? <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" />

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