FWIW, I was in the room and was disappointed with the decision. I applaud the tenacity of the IWCA founders to see it through, but will never agree with the sail policy, as it creates an arms race that is divisive and distracting.

I think everyone's goal is to combine forces and have bigger events. Here's a compromise: If we all agree that HCC has addressed the sail quality and consistency (Rick has agreed to this point here); let's grandfather in all sails (from all makers) and require HCC sails going forward.

Mile