Hey folks! glad to find this forum again. I've got a problem. I have been sailing for a few years but i seem not to be able to get my Hobie 16 to sail fast enoughm to be competitive in regatta's. Not much fun to finish last every time i go. Enjoy the beer though. I have a 1987 hobie with a crew wgt. of about 350. i have read the books and have lots of knowledge but no sailing 'feel' Can anyone help? Is there a trick or just experience. Are newer boats lighter? Seems we never can point as high as other boats and we are dragging anchor. Any help from you salty hobie 16 sailors?<br><br>