new owner of Antares 9

Hello to everyone from your newest member ( 19/1/2008 ). I purchased the Antares 9 (2005 model) from Foxs in Ipswich two months ago and after a few additions to instruments and the completion of the coppercoat in the workshop this week, she is ready for the water. All boats handle differently from each other .......  Are there any Antares 9 owners out there (past or present) that have any comments or advice on the model and her handling in the open sea and indeed marinas etc. ?