But then their kites may not be able to be carried to the same height. Meaning you end up with nacras 2 sail reaching Vs F18s 3 sail double trapping. This was definately happening for some of the race. Its hard to believe (although possible) that all bar 1 F18 crew is better than all the Nacra 20 crews. I actually think what we are seeing is evidence the N20 needs a new sail plan it if wants to stay dominant in this style of racing. Passage races are rarely straight upwind or down so the sails need to be able to cope with other options.