One can sail 40 ft cats and even 60 ft mono's singlehandedly or without a jib (solo around the world records), but I wouldn't want to put these singlehanded on a trailor or step their masts singlehandedly.

There is indeed nothing unique about the Taipans or F16; they are just better suited to this particular double role because of several aspects like lightweight and relatively small sail area's.

For the remainder I fully agree with Eric. Bring your FX-one and I-17, H17 , etc and come race us first in wins. We will welcome you just as we have welcomed brobu on his I-17 and helped him to get the last bit of 10 % speed out his I-17 Euro.

Inclusiveness is the key word ; and buyers choice is the way.

Wouter