We''re brand new sailors and we bought a Cal25 to learn on. I THINK it was a pretty good choice. Although in hindsight I think maybe a smaller daysailer would have been better to learn on. But if you want to go to the 24-27 ft range the Cal would be a pretty good choice in my inexperienced opinion. We got ours for $6K. It''s not in top notch shape but I''m learning about boat maintenance and upkeep, along with sailing, in a BIG hurry. A bonus. (I think)
