Yeah, stay away from the Frankenboat...I'm sorry to admit that I started that whole mess! <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smirk.gif" alt="" />

I lived in Chattanooga for quite a while and know a sailor or two up your way (also - my parents still live in Ooltewah so I am in town from time to time). I now live in Greenville, SC but we still share much of the same sailing ground. This area is in a bit of a transitional stage for single handed boats. The Hobie 17 was very strong until the last three years. Before, we would typically see at least 5 Hobie 17s at most regattas, now we are seeing one or two occasionally. One talented Hobie 17 sailor (Ooolie) lives in Chattanooga but he is sailing the one last Hobie 20 in the area now (he sails it double handed but they are light and have difficulty righting the boat).

We haven't seen but a couple F16s show up at our local regattas in the South East (not including Florida) but I wouldn't discourage you away from the boat because you are interested in both single handing and sailing two-up. There are always two or more Hobie 16s - usually more like four to seven - that attend our local regattas though. Does anyone know if the H16 class rules allow single handing?

I would look forward to meeting you at Tradewinds - we'll be there and be looking for you!