(apart from winning it, that is!)

All,

As you have seen we are to proceed with organising the '07 Global Challenge at Zandvoort. While the club itself and the organisers have experience of organising such events, we are very concious of the fact that it is run for the benefit of the competitors.

We want to know what you would be looking for that might sway you in favour of taking part.

Currently our idea, whilst acknowledging the importance of the racing, is to put a large emphasis on socialising as a class and getting to know our fellow F16 sailors.

What sort of entertainments do you want to see?
How much 'off-time' is enough?
Do you need something going on for your family ashore? Organised trip perhaps?

We also feel that with such a fledgling class, a gathering such as this is an opportunity to compare boats, discuss tuning and experiences. The organisers will try to organise one or two seminars with known 'names' from the catamaran world. Who (realistically) might you like to see?

We can't guarantee to include every wish or suggestion, but we'll promise to at least consider them - (the serious ones, anyway!) This is YOUR opportunity to shape this event.

We are early enough in the organisation stages to be open to your thoughts, concerns and ideas - so let's have them people!!!