Wouter,
You are clearly very emotionally attached to the F16, which I applaud. However maybe you should be more positive in promoting "your" class.
I really like the F16 and and good friends with Marcus and Phil, but I also see the other side of the coin. F18 has huge numbers and strong growth, now why is that? Answer this one and you will be on your way to success.
The F17 that Pete sailed was simply to see how the boat went with the Infusion mast, no secret attempt at F16...