You are very right. I did not take the A into account. I was thinking more of the two handed change to Tornado from 18s.
And I don't think anyone is questioning the class of these people.
As I see it this thread is about the Tiger and its viablity against latest boat styles. I questioned the thin argument a Hobie rep had to suggsest they are winners still.
Having noted the rethoric the boat companies all use in relations to claims about their boats I don't feel confident in any argument anyone but unaffiliated boat sailors would put forward.