I have sailed the I-17R with the Spinnaker and was amazed how easy it is to operate. It is intimidating before you whip out the shoot for the first time, however, once you hoist it up, it is pretty easy to operate. <br> <br>It is a very well laid out boat. <br> <br>Russell Weaver <br>IRCA <br> <br> <br><br>