There is something very interesting under the surface here.

We have a new cat design, aimed at kids, that can't be sold. We have people trying to come up with other new cat designs to be aimed at kids.

People may have other opinions, but I see the key to this as the regatta and support network (DUH). Hobie 16s continue to thrive because of this. Hobie Waves are strong in pockets, but many owners are never told about the local fleets or racing by dealers. I've heard a dealer say, many times to many people: You don't want to race this boat.

There are a ton of Waves out there, I don't think it would take much to get them to some events, even just "fun" races.

I really don't see new designs, no matter how brilliant, fixing the shrinking regatta problem any time soon.

Mike