Alex,

I think most of the F16 owners are older because of the investment (even second hand). I think even a lot of parents would not allow youngster to buy a boat.... unless the parents love sailing too.

I'm very happy my dad loves catsailing and that we bought our Blade together otherwise it would have been difficult also....
Unfortunately old inter 18 are way cheaper than F16 but with time and older used boats that will change...

Gill