I would agree that the Wave is a likely better choice. Moving from sailing a Hobie 16...the Wave is most similar.

I could see where Rick wouldn't like the Bravo as much, but it is a fun boat to sail as well. The Bravo is more like a mono hull. It's benefits are in size, weight and ease of rigging. Easier to drag around on the beach. Roller furling mail sail. The Bravo is fun to sail, but when it is blowing I prefer the Wave for sure. Faster, easier to sail, stable, more capacity and less hiking too! The Bravo main is large and powerful. The boat is more narrow and you really have to hike to hold it down.