But when it did pick up to 8-10 a couple of times the F18s began to show thier stuff
The wind speed ratings group Beaufort 2 with Beaufort 3.
This decision was made years ago when boats like the Hobie 16, 117 and 18 behaved pretty much alike through the wind ranges. It was WAY before Light weight boats like the A Class and Spinnaker boats were popular.
One issue that you highlight is how non linear the actual performance is for these two boats in this wind range.
What is needed for a better yardstick table is separate ratings for Beaufort 2 from Beaufort 3. This is tough because you need 100 races of data turned in from top of the fleet sailors racing each other in the wind ranges.
