Here's an example based on me. I sail/race an ancient Hobie-18. I know this the F-20 forum, but what I'm saying is a formula thing, doesn't matter if it is 16hp, 18, 20, whatever. I don't see an immediate desire or ability to upgrade to a Hobie Tiger or NACRA F-18, as much I like those boats. When F-18 racing comes about, if I would have to go head-to-head with the new boats, or spend a lot on my geriatric ride to compete, I probably wouldn't bother. Who knows. Open class gives me an outlet, and one-design is still an option, abeit an almost nonexistant one. But, if a two-tier arangement existed, well, sure, I'd go out and put my toe in the water with my old ride. Maybe I'd get the bug for a newer tier-one ride, or at least I might crew (if anyone wanted 200 lb crew). Honestly, I don't know how many are out there like me, so maybe it doesn't matter. Just something to consider!<br><br>Keith, Annapolis, Md.
<br>H-18
<br>Northstar 500 (monoslug)
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