Tim,
I'm just trying to keep a positive outlook on the subject. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Maybe there are some that are definitely opposed to combined starts and feel that they could be disadvantaged in overall position after being blocked by a separate division boat. For those racing for sheep stations it might make a big difference but to people like me it would make no difference at all.
It would be good to hear some other opinions.
Regards,
Peter