I think a lot is up to how good or bad your local dealers are. Hobie1616's experience is way too common unfortunatly. Around here, we have gone from a hopeless dealer (sold only a couple of boats a year) to a guy who is selling boats almost weekly. The main difference that I can see is the good dealers are active sailors in their class and move heaven and earth to make sure everybody enjoys their boat. Those who have sailing as a sideline to their main business do more damage to this sport than good.
