as im new to the gas boat scene i done some research although i love the hydro plane research tells me they are prone to flipping.so i chose to go for a 1.2 m cat hull 26cc (spider) boat is this a wise choice?been into nitro buggies for years to many dramas and a shit load of money!!ready for theboat!!any help from you pro's out there would be much appreciated...

I started gas boat racing with a gas cat. However, all the boats are equally prone to flipping. I would find what the other boaters in your area run and start with that class. You will get frustrated with many problems that they have already solved. It takes a year or so to get the experience you need to race. I would also consider buying a used bost. Even if everything isn't the latest and best, it will be an inexpensive place to start. Once you get some experience and see what you would like to run, you can buy new equipment.

Lohring Miller