I don't have a dog in this argument. Just a couple of comments and a question.

Performance comes at a cost. I am constantly choosing between Tornado upgrades. For example, You don't HAVE to use a self tacker... Indeed my first setup was like the orignial I20.... However, this upgrade made the boat much more user friendly.

I will point out that the factory organizes a nationals. While it can be done without factory money and people... Its a hell of a lot easier with their backing.

What became of the Nacra 6.0NA initiative to update the class with a spin for nationals?

How about the Hobie 18 inititative to update the rig with a square top main and a few other upgrades to revitalize the boat?

Take Care
Mark