John, If that (Eur-$ / 1:2) was the case I'd be selling the house right now. OTOH, Once those hard working troops of yours (no sarcasm intended!) get back home, the Dollar will probably skyrocket anyway.

I think the mast bob is a very good idea Mary. When out racing there are always lots of boats around to help out, but when out alone, you're left to your own 'devices', so they had better work.