Bill,



As we stated when we spoke on the phone. I have called Tom and he has yet to return my call. I do believe that I stated to you that the SC 22 was welcome to compete and asked you two questions.



1. How would you modify the sc 22 to be competitive with new designs on a windward-leeward course. To which you added that you would add some to the mainsail, lengthen the spar and possibly drop the jib.



2. I asked if you wanted to pencil a new design and you stated. "no -- you think that the sc 22 is as perfect as you can get it" Which I do admire.



There is no concerted effort a foot to exclude any manufacturer and the PRO has attempted to contact as many as possible to check the level of interest. Any manufacturer that responded has been givent he opportunity to express their views which has been reviewed by the PRO and staff. The box will be decided by them and upon the public announcement be set in stone. Any builder coming to the table after that time has to live with the decision.



Thom, it was based off this conversation with Bill that I assumed (bad on me) that Bill and Tom would be figuring out a "kit" for existing boats.



Bill, I apologize if you feel slighted in anyway and in the future I will not make statements regarding your products (or anyone else's as it relates to F22) on this forum.



Respectfully,

Steve