reviewing the 3 catagories of boat weights are those over 410 --over 380 --and over 350 ,--with a potential future catagory of 320 LB .--30 LB increments
-Sail areas used in Other Formula Classes are an approximate 20 sq ft of spin area in 30 LB s -though crew weight ,-along with 6.5 sq ft of jib . In the generally breezier conditions in Europe this seems to be favoring heavier total weight . -
We wish to apply this to boat weight only and include a progression in the main as well in average lighter conditions .
-An estimated average as with all ratings ,-of 20 spin -8 main --prelim numbers -giving some favoritism similarly to existing older heavier designs , hopefully keeping them competitive ,particularly in light air .
Catagory #1 -boat weight 410 LB -spin 300 -main 216
Catagory #2-boat weight 380 LB -spin 280-208
Catagory #3boat weight 350LB -spin 260 -main 200 -
believe these are close but not perfected yet ,-this is the basis of the open 20 Formula Class with simplified rules from there .
Happy Holidays -
Carl