Hello, I just started my account here, and wanted to ask some questions.



I am very very new to sailing. I would like to find out about the local sailing areas, and get some recommendations about catamaran sailing instructors, boats and clubs. A friend volunteered to show me how to sail, but neither of us has a boat. Which brings me to another question, aside from buying a new Hobie Cat, any recommendations on cat's. I only know of hobie cat, and would like to get my own catamaran (Hobie C at suggested a Hobie 16), eventually and I am in no rush. The cat should be able to handle two people with a combined weight of 350 lbs. so that we can get out and zip around in the water, but will not likely outgrow the boat for several years.



Thanks for any help if you are able. I would like to get started in sailing. I have just started looking and I like what I see.



Thanks.