yes, i can say i have sailed one as an adult. it was given to me by the original owner and was my first cat. i have now owned 7 different cats, mostly performance cats in the 15-20' range.

the aquacat is a very inefficient design, not very buoyant, and not necessarily safer or reassuring in high winds. the sail shape is interrupted & deformed by the supporting 'A-frame' so it doesn't work very well. it is hard to tack because it rides so low in the water with the hulls almost submerged. it can't handle much weight either.

i sold mine within 2 months and moved on. in my opinion, because it is still being sold is not a reason for it being a good boat. it should be retired as it pre-dates the first Hobie from the 60' and has not improved or kept up with advancements in cats.

i would agree with the description of it being 'floating lawn furniture'.

youtube of aquacat capsize