Tyler, I did not see in your email if you are buying new or used. If getting used I would guess that someone of your height would be sailing a Monty 17 which is still uncomplicated to rig alone. I have the Monty 15 and it is easy to use sailing alone but I am 5'9". The 17 however is said to sail like a much larger sailboat. With your experience the Bay is not too big for a Monty 17 driven by someone with your experience......Just my 2 cents. This is a great forum and you will find all types information on the Montgomery. Don't forget, the new Montgomery Sage is being made now also. Fair Winds Tyler, ---- Larry in Sacramento. -----Original Message----- From: montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com [mailto:montgomery_boats-bounces@mailman.xmission.com] On Behalf Of casioqv@usermail.com Sent: Tuesday, September 03, 2013 11:38 AM To: For and about Montgomery Sailboats Subject: M_Boats: Any Montgomery 15 owners in Southern California? Hello! This is Tyler from Southern California (Riverside). I'm between boats (I just sold my 1974 Catalina 22) and am saving money and looking for a Montgomery 15. I think this is the boat I want, but I've never seen one in person. In particular, I'd like to lay down in the cabin to see if it's big enough for me to sleep comfortably (I'm 6'2" tall). Does anyone in SoCal have one they'd like some volunteer crew for a daysail and/or race? I'm an experienced sailor who listens well to instructions. I'll be moving up to Davis, CA in a few months, so if I don't find anyone down here, I'd also be interested in crewing anywhere in the Delta or Bay areas. Long term I'd like to buy a Montgomery 15 for cruising and exploring the California Delta and San Francisco Bay with my wife & small dog. Thanks! Tyler