I am considering buying a 1973 MacGregor Venture 17. I have never owned a boat before and am trying to do some research on the 17, but I have had a hard time finding any documentation (I did find some at http://www.tompatterson.com/Sailing/Sailing/Sailing20c.html), but was not able to find the specifics I am looking for. Can anyone tell me: - the towing weight of the boat - why the 17 is not listed on the MacGregor owner's web site (I'm kind of scared that it is the black sheep of the family...) - If the 17 shares much in design with the later designs I will check back at the forum, but feel free to email me at havens@panaband.com. Thanks for your help! -Eric Havens