Great news Jeff! I agree the turnout in Florida has been a bit weak on the F18 front, I suspect next year will be better with the upcoming Worlds-if the 505 fleet is anything to take ques from, the year leading up to worlds has high turnout.

Do you have any tips for hooking new sailors to the class and keeping them engaged? I've heard comments that "the F18 class is too competitive", which refers a bit to the East Coast fleet, but I think is a bit of a misnomer as even the very best sailors in the class are extremely helpful and friendly!