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...buy a honkin' big genny and a mainsail with extra leech for the P18 if you want more sail area
A P18 has been described as a "little big boat" where a P165 as a "big little boat". One difference is the backstay. A P18 has one, a P165 does not. But you can flip that distinction on it's head. For example: Keels--a P165 has one, the 18 has a shoal-draft keel (drawing 18") and a CB (down draws about 3.5').
Frankly, either would probably do you just fine for lake or bay sailing.
Welcome Chet, and good luck!
Best,
Tom V.
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