Hi Bob -

The discussion is already begun internationally. If we're going to have to present the US's position, we need to keep talking about it. The question of events seems to be settled for the moment - several MNAs, including US SAILING, are supporting the five discipline approach, which would include:

Singlehanded Dinghy Men and Women
Doublehanded Dinghy Men and Women
Windsurfer Men and Women
Keelboat Men and Women
Multihull Men and Women

I appreciate that the discussion about equipment can get heated, but I'd rather begin dealing with it now.

ps - so far, I see two Nacra sailors above who like the idea. Maybe it won't be as contentious a discussion as I thought.