Hi, Yes Darline is very reasonable and of course she did do the right thing. That is why it is listed now and wasn't earlier yesterday.
However, she did warn me that without results, it will be gone again next year.
I race as frequently two-up with jib as I do solo without. It was advertised as a one-man, two-man boat, and it sails equally well in both configurations.
And Chris, you are correct! I was looking at the mono-slug tables. (This is what happens when I react on impulse). I agree that 1.02 make my rating somewhat fair.
I don't like spinnakers for a few reasons: It intimidates possible new-commers; It's one more thing to pack, unpack, rig, etc. I want to spend more time sailing, less time setting up. I've sailed many a spinnaker cat, and yes, while it's up, it is a blast - but once again lenghtens your time on land and shortens your time on the water. I think the sunfish may be the perfect boat - the least time on the land, the most on the water - think about it....
Thanks to all (especially Darline Hobock, USSA Multihull Council).
Steve
Hobie FX-1
Sail #211
Last edited by Steven Bellavia; 07/01/05 08:20 AM.