Like a gentleman, by the name of David, stated at the national titles. "In Australia we should be looking at developing the Mosquito into a youth training boat for the Tornado Class." I liked this idea. How great would it be to have future olympic champions coming through the Mosquito Class, imagine the competition. Maybe we should scedule to attend some regattas with the Tornados. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/confused.gif" alt="" />

Thus, the spinnaker idea is great, we sail with two trapeze anyway, the hull shape is similar. Maybe there is merit in looking to modify the rig in future to a smaller version of the Tornado's thereby making it a similar handling boat.

Just before the trigger is squeezed. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" /> I would like to point out, I would like a spinnaker, new main and new jib but cannot afford them at the moment either. From my experiences all boats are a work in progress and there is always something to maintain, alter, try or buy. Most equipment based sports have the problems of upgrading and new technology requiring the spending of more $. The best thing that can be done is to ensure that any upgrades made are of benifit to the class and not just change for change sake. This is where the try (and talk) before everyone buys comes in.

Ok, Fire at will.