[quote=RicardOben]I have a H-18 great boat. Two years ago got a Nacra 5.5, it is not a formula boat but does have a kite same basic set up as an F-17. The downwind is the biggest difference Launch the kite and away you go. The 5.5 with the kite is not as fast as an F-18 but it is faster than the Hobie 18.
As Damon eluded to, make sure you have mastered the 18, it is a lot of boat, tough and cheap, Dacron sails, thick hulls, bullet proof in most aspects and parts are available. The Formula boats are lighter, have mylar everything, thinner glass and in general just more expensive. They are also more sensitive to being sailed well. Until you are on the top of the H-18 or local fleet the 18 will last you a long time. JMHO, YMMV, Ricardo.[/quote]
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