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[quote=Deuce]I am still a relative newbie (4 yrs), sailed monohulls since '79, but for what it is worth, the ad indicates "newer wheels" I am assuming beach wheels.  These are great for several reasons. When setting up once the mast is up, you can roll the boat around to face the wind for installing sails without fighting the wind.  Secondly, it will make breaking down at days end much easier, and also on those days when you don't get in until low tide, you won't damage your hulls getting the boat to the trailer.  I have been lucky to sail with a great group of people.  We watch out for each other, look over each others boats for possible missed problems, etc.  As a newbie to cats, sailing with knowledgeable people, will greatly hasten your learing curve.  Not that you will need to keep up with them, but you will learn from the things they do without thinking of mentioning it to you.  I would suggest beach launch.  I also agree with the mentioned jib furler.  A Hobie type furler can be installed without needing to cut your sails, and it is a great way to depower, as going out in up to 10 mph winds, don't mean you will not get caught out in 20+.  I have done this with my P18-2.  If it don't already have a 6;1 up haul on the rudders, this is something I would recommend, and I am willing to walk you through.  Best Wishes![/quote]

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