Hi Mitch,

the Blade F16 was originaly designed to sail one or two up equally well, however I don't think it would be unfair to say they like a bit of weight on board, their is a lot of sail area downwind! The two up configuration has just not been a priority as all new boat orders have been for one up. But as I have been getting lighter under 75kg., I have been thinking about sailing two up to get more people involved, now that Marcus has built the setup it's all go.

Obviously I would like to prove the Blade is competitive two up as well in OZ. Although this is already well proven in the US. As for the Viper I allways thought the consistency of the two up configuration would be hard to beat for the F16 title, I doubt we will be up to their standard of crew work, but hopefully I can get better placings in 15 knot + winds with more weight on the boat.

I have attached a close up photo of the self tacker, which was taken before it was finished off, so ignore the sharp ends.