[quote=bacho]Snapping a mast is not a concern of mine. I believe is mostly only an issue on capsizing in the surf or similar event where the water is shallow and there is a force of some type trying to push the boat around. A sealed mast with a bob would eliminate any of that concern for me at least.
IMO the hobie 16 would be a fine first boat. I do not believe that smaller less powerful boats are as critical as they are made out to be for beginners.
Boat condition. Look for flex between the hulls by lifting one hull up and seeing how quickly the other comes up. Less is better. My beater H16 has 6" of flex in it. More than you want but it sails fine. Look for the rudders locking down. The tramp condition. And sail condition. Little things can really add up.[/quote]
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