For 2007 they are instituting a new rule excluding all boats that cannot self-right.
I just noticed that tid-bit...now that sucks...and proves the point that this has already gone too far and now is affecting other classes. I have a question though...when a keel falls off one of those mono-hulls, do they no longer fit within the "self-righting" bit?
Jake lets take this a little further. The argument would be that the boats are stable as long as they don't flip, mono's are stable as long as the keel stays on! A valid point can be made for most anything.
The issue is that the boats are being pushed extra hard and being sailed on the edge. With the power of the rigs and narrow beam (relative) I can see how this happens. My Stiletto is 14' wide but also 6' shorter. I feel the beam to width ratio is proportionate for its stability. Its also relative as to how much risk you are willing to take for speed. My first boat (TheMightyHobie18), I sailed/raced with my girlfriend/wife for 12+ years. Never flipped with her on it, made for a good relationship. On the other hand, my first race with my nephew we went over big time. Its all in how you push the boat/test your limits!
So my answer is you want to push it hard, make it wider. Otherwise stay as is and take your chances.
JMO,
Clayton
