It is a misconception to believe that retaining a sole source builder agreement is the only way to achieve a one design class that does not result in "hardware wars." I use the opti IOD 95 rule as an example. It really works. Hulls, spars and blades are virtually identical in construction and...
Tracy, I agree my post offering how the IODA regulates its one design rules was somewhat off topic to this thread. I posted it becasue I thought the rule change being discussed here was intended to give ILCA more autonomy from the builders, which I think will be beneficial for the class. But at...
Re: rule change, builder
Comparing the cost of laser equipment to opti equipment is an apples to oranges comparison. The quality of opti gear is higher than laser gear. You cannot compare them. If you want the future market cost of a laser sail look no further than what Intensity charges. Less...
Re: rule change, builder
Many people believe that true one design status can only be preserved with the current status quo system. This philosophy is fear based rather than reality. The International Optimist Dinghy Association operates under very strict one design rules. Optis are every bit as...
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