I'm glad someone brought up the replacement of sails argument again. In 2-3 years of regular sailing, chances are that your mainsail will be shot and can be conveniently upgraded to whichever sail plan the class chooses. The "increased cost" argument against a mainsail upgrade is mute.

I think it's time to go sailing, I'm sure it'll be more fun than arguing here.

Those that don't get easily offended might like to google the old adage about "arguing on the internet".

(Edited to stick to one clear point in this post)