-First -thanks to Rick for providing this forum and all he does for the sport.
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<br>-posted this previously ,but thought I,d get the discussion started.
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<br>--Want to bring up the topic of ISAF and Texel {similar established design measurement rules }as a basis for rating all 20 ft boats into more of an equal performance ,-or design formula type class allowing more diversity and being more inclusive with the numerous existing boats .
<br>-F-16 ht class has used this approach to some extent and believe it could easily be expanded.
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<br>-Historically the dangers are with this type of rule -{as many monohullers will readily tell you } is that #1-it can evolve into expensive lightweight componants for speed ,--#2-it can lead to extreme types of designs {rulebeaters }
<br>-#3 Strength -it can lead to unseaworthy lightweight craft .
<br>--Obviously this leads us to define catagories and write Class rules to prevent these and other negative aspects to evolve within the class,-but believe establishing this INTENT of fair sailing -for people of good will to race together for the enjoyment of the sport is the goal and main priority while including many existing catamarans and allowing diverse evolving design upgrade combinations to them and the growth and developement of new design concepts.
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<br>-With this more open Design Formula --Equal Performance Class approach it will be impossible for any individual to manipulate it for personal profit ,{being based in existing established ISAF and texel ratings ,-which also serve as the common bond internationally},-and believe it is very important to have boat builders , sailmakers ,-and boat dealers {plural } as a vital part of establishing this class.
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<br>-Looking forward to the formation of the class and interesting discussion .
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<br>All the best
<br>Carl Roberts
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