F16 is a box rule class similar to the F18 with some subtle (and not so subtle) changes. See these websites:
F16 class:
http://www.formula16.org/Blade sites:
http://www.vectorworkssail.com/f16.htmlhttp://www.bladecatamarans.com/I chose an F16 because I wanted a spin, wanted to be able to single and double hand (with my small children), wanted to be able to handle (right from a capsize, push it around on the trailer/beach, etc.) the boat all by myself and still be quick enough to be fun. The F16 fit my needs better (no min weight, 240 lb boat, growing class) than the F18 - nothing agains the F18, but I would not use it as much as it a F16 (in my way of thinking).
The F16 class is much smaller and not many on the Gulf Coast, but hopefully the class will continue to grow. I hope to be in your neck of the woods some this spring, summer and fall.
