We have a club
member that really likes the Freedom and carbon fiber free standing masts. He had a
Freedom 25 and loved it. Now he has a 45 ft twin carbon fiber masted
boat. The only issue with the
mast is if it breaks the cost is too expensive to replace. You can't tell if there is a problem with it unless you xray it.
Not having shrouds adds some interesting sailing. You will have to relearn a few things as the flex in the
mast is something you need to compensate for. I would suggest if the layout and the
survey meets your needs and sailing gaols it would be a good choice. No
boat sails itself.