This is not the first time that Hobie Cat Co has declared war on the rest of the catamaran racing community. They tried to destroy CRAM & other open fleet clubs in the early 80's. I think it only made us stronger. We're still here & division 10 has been reduced to Wednesday night races on Austin Lake. Unfortunately, Hobie Cat Co has been successful in keeping Hobies from racing with us. We could be a much stronger organizations if the Hobie racers in our area would turn their backs on Hobie Cat Co & come sail with us. We have always been & continue to be open to all beach catamarans from Dingo's to RC27's.

USSailing has an insurance program which CRAM has used for several years. They call it the Golden Anchor program. It provides discounted insurance rates for sailing clubs. I expect that clubs could redirect their NAHCA dues to Golden Anchor insurance and come out even. At the very least Big Brother would not be watching their every move.