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What would be the best choice for beginners club boats, must thrive on neglect & need minimal spares

If you are talking about catamarans, you are DEFINITELY talking about the Hobie Wave. Our own Waves have certainly thrived on neglect and have needed minimal spares and repairs. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif" alt="" /> ...and that is after years in the hot Florida sun.