Mark,



I disagree - the new NAHCA policy is not formulated to enhance cat sailing. I think, rather, that it's designed to enhance the Hobie name and sales - all of which they are entitled to do (just don't expect to get my membership dues next year). I think that everybody is so bent out of shape because of the potential impact such a position could have on our sport.



I certainly hope that if NAMSA does come about that its mission is simply to embrace all cat sailors and help grow the sport in any way possible. There are more than a few dying NAHCA events that could benefit from having the blanket of a wide open organization step in to help. I, for one, don't want to see NAHCA disappear. They've played a huge role in the advance of cat sailing in the past and there is room for them in the future. I just fear that with the lack of participation in many events that grabbing the remaining members and sticking your tongue out at the x-boats (I like that name too!) is going to hurt the sport and NAHCA further.