I would like to see speed sailing take a somewhat different approach. Right now, the record is held by a windsurfer that used an asymetrical rig. The luff sleeve is much longer on the windward side than on the leeward side, there is no boom on the leeward side, and an additional strut that connects the leech and luff ends of the boom to provide additional stiffness. That all makes this windsurfer capable of sailing in only one direction. Yellow Pages and the similar boat (not sure of the name) also are asymentrical craft. To me, a true sailing record should be held by a craft that can complete the run on either tack. I believe Hydroptere can do this but I may be wrong. Thoughts?