Since we are constantly being badgered on the F16 forum by some of you F18 sailors, I think it's time to return the favor.
The F16 offers very nearly the same performance as the F18. The biggest difference being that the F18 can carry more weight.
The F16 is more versatile, so, if it happens that you like your F18 but can't find consistent crew, you might want to consider the F16. There are several makes to choose from and, unlike the F18 class, you will find the F16s very welcoming.
hi pete,
i'm the one posting the discussion on making F18's lighter. i sail with different crews and often think that together with female crew the F18 is quite heavy to handle one the beach. therefore i'm very interested in your claim that F16's deliver nearly the same performance than F18's. i would welcome a lighter cat. two years ago i encountered a group of F16's (mainly Blades) and it struck me how big the speed gap was between my Capricorn and the Blades (in favor of my F18). i've also read the successes of the Viper and am wondering of the F16 can really come close to an F18, after the obvious development the F16's have gone through?
