This is just one sailor speaking, but here's my philosophy: I don't race offshore (or much of any non-closed-course) singlehanded. Additionally, I don't sail any distance singlehanded (out of the sight of buddies) if conditions are such that I may not wash up on dry land, even if unconscious, before the onset of severe hypothermia. I had a Nacra 5.5u for a year, which I loved, but I wanted to race offshore...so I had a chance to pick up a P19 for a good price and did so. I really miss sailing a boat designed for one, but oh well...that's my philosophy, and I love racing offshore. In a year or two, my brother and I will get an I-20...


sail fast (and safe)