I agree whole-heartedly Matt. It takes more than the experience of the PRO to make these decisions. It is a team effort and unfortunately there is the club stuff that goes on where there is not the support that is usually necessary.

There are no easy answers to this situation. Familiarity with the class is very important, I would agree. That is one of the reasons I have focused on catamaran racing since that is what I know and therefore have the best experience for judging the existing conditions.

Glad to see your interest here Matt. I have always respected your abilities, opinions and servants heart. One of my favorite quotes is from Albert Einstein:

"Great spirits have often encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds."

Hope you are having a Hobie day.

Mark