All interesting reactions to what I tought was a fun question to tumble around with.
Once it is clear a wing is against the class rules, I dont see the harm in discussing the pros and cons of a wing. I firmly believe in open discussion and information exchange, even in the ugly face of politics. Philosophically, some of the opinions voiced here saying that discussion of a topic is damaging for the class is pretty interesting. Especially so considering the virtues modern western society was tufted on and what happens when we deviate from these ideals. Enough said about that, but I fear we will have an ideological showdown sometime in the future.


Matt M, congratulations on being selected for building the moulds and hulls of Bens new boat. It must have been very interesting to be part of this project.
Your and Hans points on downscaling problems is good information. I guess we all will follow Ben as closely as possible at the worlds. Part of my question was just how much more efficient would a wing be today against current rigs. You pretty much answered that, and we will see the results from the litmus test shortly. Interesting times..