Mr. Koenig,

The Hobie organisation has been trademark driven since day one. They have never allowed 'other brands' to compete in their fleet events. I do not feel there is any chance of them considering the production of a lightweight performance boat either. In the past few years our racing fleets have become 90% AHPC and NACRA in Florida. Last year, in our GYA Championship, the NACRA C 20 lapped a very - well sailed Hobie 16.

I wish I could afford to attend your World Championship. Falcon or Viper??? - what's your favorite?

Our F 16 Nationals are the first weekend in November, followed by the US National Multihull Championship - a stand alone open event in F 16s.

Bert Rice
Viper 16 Snake Bite
US Sailing Alter Cup Chair