I will go on record as saying I do not like class racing period. In the Hobie 16 class I don't think a large foresail will do much for it's in class racing.

Other boats (H17) should have allowed hooters a long time ago. Why on a 17 and not on a 16? Because 17's are notoriously slow downwind and a hooter presents a interesting control challenge for single handed sailors.

I have to agree: The Hobie 16 was always meant to be a simple boat. And it is an excellent beachcat. I believe in open class racing, thus if someone wants to use a huge foresail, it is fair game. I say sail what you want to sail, and if you win unexpectedly with an H16, you have my respect and the respect of many others. If not, we will all be having a hotdog and **** afterwards anyway.