Robi,
Just a quick plug for us non racers. I single hand a H16 and am currently rigging my Tornado single handed as well. I've been a fanatical cat sailor for 5-6 years now, read all the mags, bought all the books... Feel the need-for-speed each and every day out on the lake. Only take out H16 in 15-25 knt days, small craft warnings, etc. Nothin' better than choosing a slo-mo monohull somewhere on the lake and chasing him down, buzzing across his stern (safe distance) then choose another "prey" on the lake. I try and apply all I have learned and strive to learn as much as possible regarding sailing and going as fast as possible.
I have a few friends here who are in the same situation. Too busy to regualarly attend club or local races but still enjoy the thrill of "doing it right". Of course, I'm never one to pass up an opportunity to go head-to-head wtih the various cats around the Montreal area as well. We have a good mix of Hobies, Mysteres, Prindles, Nacras, Tornados, etc. On a 5 to 15 knt weekend day, you'll see 6 to 12 cats buzzing around Lake St Louis.
Yes I think there's a future for cat sailing for non racers. Those who enjoy water and speed and want soemthing different than boarding or kites. Lots of 40-50 year old boomers out there who enjoy the need for speed.

Cheers

Ron