I think the single biggest appeal of the Wave Class is that, as Patrick said, the racing is so close -- and that is between people who weigh 100 pounds to 220 pounds or more. Not many classes can say that. And it is primarily because the sailors are able to get their sails cut flat, medium, or full, depending on their weight. The stock Hobie sail in recent years has been very competitive, and it seems to work well for many people in the middle weight ranges. But we want the class to attract as many people as possible, regardless of their size and weight.

And then, as I have pointed out before, we also want to welcome the sailors who have bought used rental boats with after-market sails and/or after-market trampolines.

In these days of declining numbers, we have to make it as easy as possible for as many people as possible to participate -- and at the least possible cost.