On the open forum, no one leads, it is one complaint after another. The F16 class is forward thinking and adaptable. Who better to lead?

A major revision of the rules would be an enormous undertaking. Since we are smaller, there would be fewer voices, hence fewer distractions. If we came up with a viable product we could, at least, propose it to the multihull council. I am not at all certain that a rule set for monohull boats is best for multihulls anyway. Think of our closing speeds!

In the worst case, such a project would involve a thorough understanding of the rationale behind the current rules. For instance: In Gil's scenario, why can't he just tack! Currently, the answer is because the rules say so! What if the rule was changed to; Hail first, tack, and then expect the boat clear astern to drop off to leeward? IMO, this is much safer in that it removes the ambiguity because there is no question of room.

Further, I am convinced that this newer rule about right of way at a gate is going to get somebody hurt. Never mind about the obligation to know the rules. Even seasoned sailors somtimes confuse port and starboard.