As a founding member of a new club in catamaran racing and sailing I would like to thank Hobie for their decision. I (we) look forward to joining the NAMSA and hope the results are a simple and organized regional and national schedule of events. I feel that following the US Sailing Divisions is a good idea because it will give us more creditibilty with them and will give us a framework for other multihull championships for women and youth (may I say that again, Youth!!) in addition to the Alter Cup. These are exciting times. Look at all the energy and ideas that Hobie's decision has created.


Jon Britt
Outer Banks Catamaran Club(OBXCC)