Counseling to make you stop? You are going to need counseling to make you stop, so you can work or be with the wife, or other day to day issues. Sailing is addictive, but is excellent thearapy for life. Sailng is not to be considered "a problem"... the rest is the problem!

You have a nice looking Hobie 16. The largest class of catamarans in the World.

The gelcoat can be painted, but the boat would be heavier and therefore slower. I would guess your son would likely get over the color in favor of lighter weight.

You can download a manual from the Hobie Cat website. You can also find videos about assembly and other books and videos about sailing and racing them here on catsailor.com or www.hobiecat.com

Also, take a look at the Hobie Class Association website for racing information: www.hca-na.org

Congratulations on the new boat and Welcome!