The main point being made is, let's get off the couch and get this done. The boat doesn't matter. In fact, if there's no program, there isn't even a need for boats.

As for the H16 spin debate, let's squash that like a bug. Per the IHCA Class rules, the Hobie 16 is sailed without a spinnaker, except for Youth events, as allowed by Appendix B.

Since the Hobie 16 is an ISAF-recognized class, the class rules cannot be modified except as provided within ISAF Regulation 26.5(f).

In other words, it’s not the US holding this back. The IHCA and ISAF have designated this as a non-spinnaker boat (for adults). Of course, this could be changed over time, but as long as the majority of voting class members is voting against it, there will be no spinnaker on a Hobie 16, and that can’t be changed at individual regattas without specific steps (major work) being taken.

Mike