[JohnDrake]

In a word, yes.

There was a good article on "trailer sailing" in Sail (I think), you might try looking it up at: www.sailmag.com (I think). It discussed the various types of boats and rigs. Interesting.

I would suggest getting the larger boat for your needs, the 25 over the 22. You will be happier and keep her longer. I think the C 25 has two options: water ballast or lead ballast. I personally would not get a water ballasted boat. There are fixed, swing keels and trunk keels. I would think a fixed or trunk keel would be less problematic, but whatever the C 25 comes in, you cannot go wrong. Have any boat surveyed by a thorough and reputable surveyor.

If you a somewhat new to sailing, take lessons that include A LOT of safety and rules of the road training. People still lose their lives in shallow water, sometime yards from shore. Get "backups for backups". Also, where you will be sailing, keep in mind that an unprotected person will last about 2 min in 40F water. Always think through what you are doing.

I am sure other people will be more helpful. Just my $0.02. Best of luck.