"Even a Hobie 18"? I won't dwell on that...
The Miracle 20 is indeed a racing boat: It has a lighter hull, so it will take less beach wear. It can get flippy. Why not go to a local sailing Fleet in your area and try a few of them? I know if you were in Buffalo NY, we'd walk you around the boats and explain each one of them to you.
Wyatt
