the only "poor form" I see here are the hobie people. it doesn't sound likr anything intentional but mere business. if hobie will not allow a change then move on to someone who will accommodate the alter cup requisites. to charge an additional $2000 to "remove hardware" is rediclous.
To clarify...
A) There was no "UP" charge by Hobie for taking the H16 without spin gear. The charter fee quoted by us was the same either way. BTW, These fees do not cover the cost for providing boats. This is equipment, transportation, labor, maintenence during the event etc.
B) I think it makes all the sense in the World that the Class decided to reject the use of the spinnaker as "not a class legal" boat.
C) US Sailing could have accepted the 16 as it is sailed in the USA... no spinnaker.
