Nacracando,

Lighten up. WF is just trying to promote Formula Classes in general. His Jav 16 is not allowed in the HP class, so he is not "shopping for a new class".
Michael is trying to build interest in his fleet. He travelled to the Spring Fever and is supporting his class. Michael is happy with their team's and the 49's performance. Not everyone can win, so we pick our goals. Apparently, there were times that he felt that the 49's performance was on par with the Tiger. I am sure that this was so.

I do agree with you that the HP class needs to work on getting better turnouts at big regattas. There seems to be much more talk than action, but people like Mike and Jennifer are trying to change this. Jim Boyer must agree and he has travelled a long way to help the class out. Hopefully, the HP class will take advantage of his knowledge and skill by attending his clinic and racing at Rehoboth, Delaware.