And if the shadow with its 13sq m main and 10sq m kite is quick compared to the bigger sail area F16, well what does that make of my 8 sq m on the moth. Embarrassed a Viper completely last weekend in 10-15 knots upwind and down..... hehehe
THe shadow has it's moments when windy upwind, but I/we disappear downwind. With my extra advantage of T Foil rudders, thus allowing me to push very hard down wind, I'd suggest the boat is about 15-20% faster down wind - I can sail deeper and faster!
I'm not knocking the Shadow at all, I think it's an excellent boat, but it is only single handed and I wanted the option for both single handed and 2 up.
