Nice rig change on the PT. PTs go like stink off the breeze when it is fresh, especially for a 14 footer. I would watch those loads on that tiny front beam though.

Build a 18 or 20 foot version with 10 foot beams (cut and shut 2 old PTs for some fun even), reduce the rig size and dont be affraid to run it flat and I am sure you will get some impresive speed out of it.

As for no kite, a cat will sail the quickest on a 2 sail reach without kite due to less drag. Kite does not make you go faster..... Just increases VMG down wind.