(I have raced both boats and whined and complained about how hard the F 17 was to set up and sail, so I can't belief I'm supporting this (oh well the times they are a changin'). )
Stop the presses! Setup time will be no different! Putting on the boom (better sail/leech control) and putting in the sqtop batten is no big deal. Just join the F17 gang and be happy!!!
Bob C