Hi!

I've been sailing for over a year, mostly on the Hobie 16 and monohulls of varying sizes (18, 22, 25, 27, 32'), and I've reached the point where I'd like to buy a catamaran. But first I need some advice on what to look for. I'm a bit confused on the differences between the Hobie 16 and F18 cats. What are some models that would be manageable to single hand? I'd sail in both bays and on the ocean here in S. CA.

I've been doing a lot of reading, but hopefully a post of my own will clear up some features I should look into or avoid altogether.

Thanks,

Andre