I don't have the exact numbers. Rhodysail(Bob) has the inside line on that. I am refering to regatta attendance. This years 16's will have the most teams since 99 (Carlton's memorial). Our div16 attendance is up. Membership is nice, but boats on a start line is what counts.
I don't see how you have more boats on the starting line (nation wide). If you just look at the 'HCA' regattas there has been a dramatic decrease. HCA lost at least 9 regattas here in Division 9 alone. It's awesome that the H16 Nationals are bigger than ever but that's only part of the picture.
