If I am reading Portsmouth right, P-18 is 74.8 and H-18 is 71.4. I assume the Hobie would point higher and tack better.It is a bit heavier, though.

Possible better "large load" handling than a Hobie 18.

Does it do well with "real" weight?

Thanks For all of your input! I went to check out the boat and it has quite a few issues; too many for me. I did find a very nice Prindle 18. Any thou...