Flmgrip,

I am sorry that you did not know about the get-together that we had in Oxnard this past weekend. I was there, so was "Tornado."

If you think that a $10K purchase is going to lead to an additional $5K in extras, then you must be trying to "bait" somebody here.

If you want to sail some cats in this area to learn about what is right for you, then just say so. There are many catamaran enthusiasts who would be happy to introduce you to this sport and to some of the boats that are available (used) in this area.

If you are buying a brand new boat, then I would agree with Eric, Jennifer, and others that the Taipan seems liek a nice boat. But with the manufacturer of the Nacra F18, and the Inter 17 sitting right here in your back yard, it seems silly to go elsewhere.

I drive a Mystere 6.0 and at times I feel a little silly for doing so when the manufacturer of the Inter 20 is just down the street (freeway) from me.

GARY