HEllo,
I am looking for an 18FT cat to go sailing with my wife. I come from skiffs and big boats but have little cat experience. She is learning to sail and loving it. We weigh in at a combined 160kg. I am looking for your recommendations for an F18 that will progress with us and be fun without kicking us off at the slightest mistake.
What are the favorites out there for those not yet into racing?
All the F18s are going to behave similarly so as it comes to selecting one, it really comes down to personal preference. Since you do have skiff experience, any cat is going to feel extremely stable and predictable...you will be pleasantly surprised.
I would recommend finding and getting in touch with a local fleet and doing some sailing on the various boats to really get a feel for what you want to look for.