I have issues with several of the proposed change:
#1 Genoa- lift cloth restrictions:
My understanding is that this is really about "North Sails". They do not want to continue to make Dacron 3DL sails. I will admit up front that I do not use North; but I do have an issue with a vendor dictating to the customers.
What this really means to me is that I will be forced to SPEND MORE MONEY ON SAILS THAT WILL NOT LAST AS LONG if I want to remain competitive. I do believe that the performance will initially be better; but what about the average performance of the sail over its life.
Tow-able jib cars:
Where is the cost/benefit here? This is an expensive option that brings only a minimal advantage. If the wind is light, they can be adjusted as is. We all currently adjust the windward car as required so that it will be right on the next tack on a windy beat. Everyone is even in this regard. How does this change which does not yield a significant advantage work with the stated goal of "to minimize expense of the owners".
Removing harness requirement:
What's the point here? Again the stated goal was to align with PHRF better. This requirement comes directly out of the PHRF category 4P "Equipment Specifications".
