I think we are getting wayyy off track here. The "problem" is/was Area C's turn out for their Alter Cup qualifier, right?

Perhaps we should hear from some Area C sailors as to why they didn't sign up?

As for myself, I'd go to the Area D south regatta not to qualify for the Alter Cup, but just to have a good time at a good regatta, if it were -do able- time off wise, kitchen pass wise, etc.

Maybe the guys in are C are just not too motivated to go to the Alter Cup, so they don't feel they need to show up for the qualifier, especaially if they are already 'overscheduled' with many other regattas?

And if the Alter Cup is supposed to be about who is the best sailor, why not sail it on the Vipers as Uni's? There is nothing more challenging than sailing a spin cat solo!