We have really enjoyed our Blade. Matt offers GREAT customer service, is a great guy, and builds a great boat. Yes, it can be pitched -we have done it---but not easily. We have had ours underwater plenty of times and it just keeps driving. Yes, the boat is light weight and that can come with a price. Don't drag it around the beach like a Hobie 16 or 18 and you should be fine. We have had a few chips on corners (dagger boards and rudders) but nothing that a little Marine Tex can't fix.
The Blade is a great boat that will fly! Good luck, and great sailing!!!