Just bought 1st cat. Oldie but in great shape. Looking for contact list of current or ex-H-18ers to bounce questions off of occasionally on set-up, maintainence, etc. etc.

Hi,

The Hobie Forum

http://www.hobiecat.com/community/index.php

has a quite active TheMightyHobie18 site.

I'm sure there are quite a few TheMightyHobie18 sailors willing to help you here too.

Nige

THe 18 was once the "AVIS" of the Hobie Fleets, and still big. It was the rage for anyone that wanted a big class and still have a boat that sailed well -- you know, daggerboards, etc.
SOrry to say the class is pretty much gone now. I know there are many folks out there that could give you some good advice, if they would only draw upon their memories of the '80s
Good luck
Rick