Eric, didn't mean to say it's all bad in mono-world, but at the average regatta, we're much better. College sailing is a notable difference as well.
You made my point with RRS 87. But, just because the rule is in the book doesn't mean they don't ignore it. I push back every time I'm asked to review as a judge or PRO, and point out that rule. I specifically mention that I'm sensitive to it because of my Hobie racing, militant enforcement of class rules, background.
One of the most common (and absolute stupidest) examples: removing the requirement to carry a whistle (one of maybe three safety rules) because the OA thinks this would require them to supply them for free to the sailors. With the number of certified judges and ROs available for these particular regattas and OAs, this one just blows my mind.
Mike
