Hello Montysians, I was fortunate enough to snap up Mitch Carnes “Grace” (now renamed “Poppy” for my granddaughter). Briefly owned by Craig Smith, she is the boat featured in Craig’s M15-M17 comparison video, (Youtube ibcontent). I only had a chance to sail her a few times before the weather turned cool here in Reno, but I’m hoping to join a few others for a week at Lake Havasu, then on to the Lake Pleasant Messabout. I’ve sailed, raced, lived aboard, and restored wooden and fiberglass boats for the last 30 years on S.F. Bay. As a long-time fan of Lyle Hess designs, I think the Montgomery is going to be the perfect boat for my new home in the Sierras. I’ve already blocked off a month next summer to spend aboard exploring Lake Tahoe. Looking forward to meeting you all, Les & Ingrid Schuldt Reno, Nevada