Catalina 22'
Hi There, I guess if it were me and I was still living in Michigan which is just about next door to you, I would look at the Catalina 22' rather than the Capri. First with small childern you are going to find as I did, that the cabin area is where most of them will be spending their time playing while you are sailing, after the initial curiosity has worn off for them, and they become bored. Secondly, I feel the Capri is more race oriented then the Catalina 22. The latter more family friendly. I know there are plenty of good used 22's available back there, so now you have to decide what you would rather be doing . You can still race the Catalina if you wish, but I find the Cat 22 more nicely cruises with families. Now then if you want to get a slightly differnt angle on things, try looking at a Potter 19' or a Potter 15'. A world of difference in design and sailing charecteristics. The Potter a Very stable boat with positive flotation. They are manufactured here in California by Allied . Hope this helps Dave
