Apparently local officials have more new boats courtesy of Homeland Security than they have staff to run them!

So would anyone fault me for saying I'm leaning towards the X simply because IF we choose to sail with kids in light winds, on the X using just the foresail works wonderfully. While the M seems to require the mainsail, and thus more heeling?

1. PFD at all times (our 2 year old has no problem with his on 2 hour sea kayaking at Scappoose Bay) 2. Harness when in the cockpit at all times 3. Secure the car seat below (or in cockpit?) for times Mom AND Dad needed urgently for security despite kids protests! 4. Motoring if two couples with kid...

I have read many posts, and wanted to make sure I understand a gist of opinions re: the best boat option for my small kids (ages 2 and 4): X, M or ?Catalina/other. I'm basing this on safety, and size of cockpit/angle of heel under sail seem appropriate to address. But the risk of grounding, and time...