Mark,

I wrote something about this in another thread. The problem with racing is that there can be only one winner, and is eliteist in nature. To keep the kids and youth interested we need something more. I remember from my own youth that tension was very high when we competed, but games, training and the social aspect was fun. There is more to it, like having organizers/coaches who are dedicated to what they are doing, structure, follow-up etc but making it fun is what we would focus on.
If this is going to happen "we" would take responsibility of the clubs youth program for the next 3-4 years. Recruiting, training, social happenings, keeping it going through winter etc etc. My goal would obviously be to 1: Get more youth into sailing for the sake of sailing. 2: Grow interest in the F16


About boats.
As F16s are rare on the used market, that route seems closed. Same for Mosquitos with a tuned down rig etc. The boats just dont exist here.
The Hobie16 seem a bit high powered, and might be a competitor to the F16 creating strife in the future. There are used boats on the market which is good for the economy.
Topaz sounds good. As does the Dart, both being rotomoulded.


Gato,
the F12 is not available yet. I dont think I want to build the boats for this but rather have the club finance them. Personally, I also want to see a spi on the boats with the opportunity for an adult to also go out with a kid. I am not really clear on where the F12 is going. Youth or kids (where the oppie is today)
I asked for opinions, and I sure got what I asked for <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
If this goes anywhere, I'll let you know.