That's not accurate. At all. The championship exists at the forbearance of the manufacturers, among which Hobie Cat has been pivotal. The Hobie 16 with spinnaker is not an option for an adult championship in the US.

I don't tolerate statements made purposefully to tear down another class - not even when it is your class. There are too few of us to cast stones. You make yourself a fool when knocking down the house in which you're standing.