What I heard Chuck say was that he thought the F-18 was the future of the race, but next year would be the same as this year, and the question of fleets would be revisited then. He did express his dislike of handicap racing, but said that the 20's would be welcome in the coming years if there was a viable fleet. I think that when entries get to the 30 boat cap or class participation falters then maybe it will be time to change the program. What I got from what Chuck said was that the 20's will be welcome as long as the fleet is strong. I think Chuck was looking down the road when he said the F-18 was the future. There is merit in this statement, not just in this race, but in racing in general. Just 2 more cents from someone that was there.
