John,

Without a doubt, you have paid me the best compliment I have had on the restoration of my H16 boat and trailer - thx!

The sailors are just guys around the marina where I keep my powerboat (the other "dark side"). Some of them have been surprised at how "adjustable" the H16 is (ie) travellers, furler, two sails, downhaul...I have found their knowledge of catamarans to be almost nil - other than the stereotypical anti-cat dogma.

It is funny you should mention the age thing. At 39, I initially wondered if I was too old to give cat-sailing a go. I think some friends and family may wonder a bit too. But when I am on that boat, I certainly don`t feel that way. My only regret - I should have started cat-sailing earlier. If only for the sheer enjoyment.


Dave