The first time out on the prototype we sailed was the same mast at the older F18s. We were trying to compare apples to apples as we were pacing with another of those boats. We were narrowing down hull design comparisons.

The number one production boat went out with the winged mast. It was not anodized just painted black. I am pretty sure that is the mast that Alex and Nigel are with right now.

I am anxious to see what they are doing with the "race" rig. I am curious if there is anything different than the boat that I was on. Aside from relocation of the spin halyard.

Dan