My name is Tom Shannon.

I sail F16s recreationally in the Southeastern US.

I am a member of the US F16 Class Association.

I have no commercial interests in building, equipping or selling anything related to sailing.

I joined a "box rule/formula" class knowing that faster designs could be created (even using antiquated building materials/bypassing exotic materials) that met class rules.

I accepted this risk, in return for a boat that allows me to sail more often (1 up or 2 up). Being light factored into my decision of make/model of boat to purchase.

If someone would like to invest a fortune to beat me around the race course, then so be it. I'd call them an idiot, then buy them a beer and ask "why?".

Anyone else?