Sorry to go back to original subject. Last year Capricorn (Greg Goodall) was winning 04'Aus. title, until the last race when F18Tiger (Glenn Ashby) snared it (with at that time non Tiger legal sails, Capricorn beat first legal Tiger). Greg did not compete this year, Aus. F18Tiger sailors had obviously lifted standard, as first Capricorn at 05' Aus titles did well at Worlds.

My point? That the Capricorn is capable of beating Tigers. Tigers don't dominate on Australian scene. When Ashby and Bundock are not there, Capricorns win their share of events. I am afraid haven't seen many Nacras win though.

It certainly sounds like USA Tiger sailors should be let out more though, I am a "weekend warrior" and do at least 12 regattas a year and aprox. 20 weekends. Maybe that is why top Aussies are so good, "weekend warriors" pushing them. You Yanks had better get sailing or you will get your butts kicked when worlds are Down Under.

Regards Gary.