which brings up the question- if half the boats don't make it to the start on time, should you still start the race?
If the RC posted a start time, not only are they not obligated to wait for stragglers or foot-draggers, they actually could be protested by those who were diligent and on-time. If it is the PRO I think it is, there is also a strong tendancy to leave little doubt who is in charge on the water. This event has seen unruly fleets before that resulted in ugly protests - especially if the PRO (yours truly, in the cited case) shows any leniency whatsoever.
I'm reading a good book right now by Buddy Melges. There's a section on "Knowing Your RC."
I think I agree with you... although I don't think I would have the balls to protest the RC for not starting the race on time.
