[quote=danimal35]Thank you for all the replies. Getaway seems fun but haven't seen any nearby.
I've narrowed it down to a Prindle 16 in good shape ($1500), prindle 18 that needs all running rigging ($1000) and Nacra 5.2 ($1350). I am currently leaning heavily towards the Nacra mostly because it is in fantastic shape with lots of new gear and it seems like the most boat/speed I could handle solo. Don't know my area well enough to know if boards will be a hindrance. I admit I've never sailed a racing boat or a catamaran for that matter :lol: so logically the simpler Prindle 18 or even 16 would suit my needs more easily. I'll still give them a fair look, but I don't think I'll be able to pass up all the bells and whistles on the Nacra like roller furling.
Maybe I'm an idiot for wanting to jump to this boat but it seems like by far the best deal. (Another thread touted the importance of Beach Cat Economics?) I believe I'll be able to remove bauberhalls for the first few outings, remove the center beam for passengers, maybe even run jib lines under the trampoline and install sideloaders on the boards to clean it up. The owner sent great videos and seems like he would help show me how to rig it.
Does anyone know the length fore to aft of the trampoline? I'm trying to get a sense of the space on board compared to the Prindles and can't seem to find this length online. I know the width is 72.5'.[/quote]
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