Eric,

Have you done the Fowley light race before? When they say for "experienced" sailors what exactly does it mean? I guess I shoud be asking John that question.

Robi,

I don't see any reason why you couldn't sail the race solo on your H16 other than just not being comfortable doing it. I sail my TheMightyHobie18 with the Jib, and daggerboards frequently solo in the Ocean. It is a little overpowering when its choppy and windy but I imagine a 16 would be a little easier.

Maybe not.