[quote=arch][quote]all depends on the weather, skipper's skills and child's ability to follow orders[/quote]
my feelings exactly.
i sailed a Nacra 5.8NA for 10 yrs and i imagine a 6.0 is MORE but in many ways similar. Nacras sail very flat compared to an H16. Much more buoyant and safe up front. but that said, they make the most of the least amount of breeze and can really provide a great/wild ride (understatement?)
i now have a Nacra 20 and 2 years ago, i sailed on a moderate day (7-9 mph) with my adult daughter and her 3 kids, aged 2, 4 & 6. Mom held the 2 yr old but i let the other kids take turns on the helm. we had most of our weight on the windward hull so i wasn't too worried. they did great. biggest problem was seeing over the adults in front of them!
i'll play devil's advocate here and say go for the 6.0NA. furl that jib if overpowered and always pack crew on a day over 10mph. you'll probably be able to put 2 crew on the wire and you on the helm on a windy day, but on a mild day it will be fine if you know what to expect.
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