Mary,
Thank you for taking an interest in my quest. The first boat we owned was a Hobie 18. We decided to move up to a new Prindle 19 when we had a difficulty "keeping up with the pack" while playing in the Gulf. As I started pressing the boat in "the chop", the deck lips became an issue. It does have a good rating if you can sail at min. crew weight. The issue that has plagued me from the beginning is that I am a big guy.

But, you brought up a very good point. Thinking back on the 18, it was an excellent boat for me to single-hand.

Enclosed is a pic of my TheMightyHobie18 (MULTI-HIGH) getting ready for a "speed tack"
Thanks Mary
Dave