It's kind of the chicken or the egg argument.

Did the guy buy the Getaway to race, or does he just want to cruise with his family? If the guy was a hardcore racer he would've bought something else most likely. So is it worth the effort too try to drag a bunch of people out on the water that aren't really into it in the first place?

Having said that, we regularly have plastic boats sail at our regattas; they are all welcome with open arms. And Timbo's points are spot on!

J