Jay - boat builders want their product out in the Spring, and most competitors are tied up in their own nationals in the Fall. That was the reason the Alter Cup was scheduled in the Spring in the past.
Interesting point. That it could theoretically benefit southern sailors who have sailed all winter is all the better But I guess it goes back to where the critical mass of likely participants are...
But I guess it goes back to where the critical mass of likely participants are...
