[quote=samc99us]Hobie 17 isn't fantastic in the surf, doesn't have the hull volume it should/could. Late models in clean condition are also tough to come by. I would still choose it over the Boyer, especially as the Hobie 17 rudder system is the same as the post 86' H18 system, which is an improvement on the Hobie 16 rudder system and fantastic in the surf...boyer, not so much.
If you can find a Taipan 4.9 or stretch a little for a Blade F16, I think those would be perfect boats for your use. Almost as quick as the A-cat for lake sailing, and much better off the beach than the A-cat or Hobie 17.[/quote]
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