Yes I agree with Wouter and others who have voiced their opinion. A large part of LAC is the design aspect of the event. Custom design and build the fastest cat you can, and then see who is the fastest.

Also, the AC is an event with a very high cost of entry. Its an event that showcases best that unlimited money can buy, and that is partially why it is so popular. The "Glamour" aspect of the race is extremely important. If I can walk into a shop and buy an 18ht then I will be out sailing myself rather than watch.

And, the best sailors will still get to sail as crew.

The event is a great place to prove alternate technologies such as wing masts, foils etc, and these improvements could result in faster beach cats for us.

Can someone post the names / email addresses of the LAC organisers so that we can send them a cheery note on how we feel?
Dave