Wouter,
I am very interested in the F16 class as you describe. I currently sail an 18 magnum with Tiger main and chute. I went to this setup after destroying and selling my Fox. I sail off the coast of SC and my boats see alot of sand contact. My questions are, can the F16 designs stand up to the kind of wear and tear I would deliver, Can they be righted by one person safely and easily, can they hold up to heavy air and seas, wave jumping. I was under the impression the Fox had these capabilities but I was very wrong. I like my current boat but the 18 was not designed to take the pressure on the bows a spin exerts. I believe its a matter of time before I break a hull, most of the others I've known that ran a spin eventually experienced this. I am not much of a racer, more a thrill seeker. I really enjoy hauling butt on the edge. Any and all feedback is welcome. Also would you buy new or look for a used rig?