Macca,

Yachts & Yachting's multihull expert Jeremy Evans should be able to tell you what will be going on in Great Britain (www.yachtsandyachting.com).

What are your conclusions of the performance of the Super Taipan compared to other boats?

We have a Taipan 5.7 slightly modified with self-tacking jib and snuffer. Jimi and I are very happy with it. There is no racing class for it here in Norway, though, hence we are discussing improvements. How much faster is taller carbon mast/bigger sail and the increased width? Which of the changes from the original 5.7 do you consider made the most difference?

You once on this forum mentioned new rudders for the Super Taipan. Do they really make a big difference and which profile are they?

Personally, I consider the Taipan 5.7 one of the prettiest cats ever designed. And the 40 kg (lbs 85 !) extra weight of the F18 seems very unattractive - rather an anchronism. I am sorry that the Taipan 5.7 class was not developed and the production discontiued.

CST composites present the Super Taipan as a class. Have you been considering forming a Super Taipan class? Should be an excellent alternative to M20. Are Taipan hulls available?

Stein