Ken,
I always thought their biggest mistake was dropping the points system to qualify for Nationals (Continentals). That change in policy made it possible for anybody to go to a Hobie Nationals Continentals), without ever having attended a single Hobie regatta during the year and without even owning a Hobie. To me, the desire to qualify for Nationals was the biggest incentive to own a Hobie and race in the points regattas. I'm glad they are thinking about reinstating that system -- but is it too late?