Thanks Mike
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<br>I agree most top tornado's won't be interested in a f20 class. There are only 15 or 20 boats racing at the national level and you don't see them racing locally. I don't sail at that national level... for the local racing an f20 rule that is inclusive would be terrific.
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<br>The most important reason for keeping the Tornado involved is for promotoers and sponsors. Sailing means Olympics or America's cup... Occasiionally the Volvo race or the single handed sailor gets some attention but really... Olympics is the big hook Without participation from the Olympic guys it would be hard to market and expand the support. Those guys would love a way to leverage their sponsorship and perhaps get some funding for their olympic campaigns.
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<br>It may never happen but there is no sense in crippling the marketing push before you even start.
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<br>I am very pleased that you see the racing niche that the NaF18 class has just defined. IE. 350 lbs that you can weight correct up to/ I think makes sense.
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<br>Just curious.. If a H20 sailor is looking for the next challenge... which way do you think they go. f18 or f20.
<br>i have sailed Nacra's F18 a couple of times... the sheer power that I am used to on my Tornado and on the I20 is just not there. Ratings wise... an H20 to f18 move is literaly sideways.
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<br>Take Care
<br>Mark
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