>>2339097>>2339980thats raw.
>>2341365>>2341988big homie go do some cardio
if you wanna be competitive get a Finn and get in shape, if you want a chill beach cat also consider Hobie 18, Boston Whaler Supercat.
>>2345142do this
>>2345634>>2345863youtube.com/watch?v=1bngGgqdtVg>>2347690check radar, have safety things like vhf, paddles, pfds, extra line, medkit, etc live on board
go out and practice jibes in progressively worse conditions until you are comfortable
WestMarine is usually overpriced, but browse your local store if you want to see boat paraphernalia in person before you go online to McMaster-Carr for hardware or Defender Marine for line
looks like a super comfy boat anon, have fun!