Guys, you are missing the point.

I am in favour of F16 being a success, however I strongly feel that if you want it to be that then you really need to get the big two involved. Sure you can head down the back yard builder path and hope it grows organically but I don't think it will be as effective as getting the big two on board and utilising the large distribution and marketing power they bring to the table.

At the moment you run the risk of being viewed as the outsiders with a nice idea but no way to implement it accross the market in a speedy fashion required to gain share in a competitive market place.

Wouter, you really need to stop taking hte high ground and actually get out there and go sailing, Show the world the F16 and they will show interest.

I did every major regatta in the Netherlands last year and I never once saw you! How about you do some travelling this year and promote the class. Come to the North Sea Regatta in May.