[quote=dssaak]Sorry but there is no comparison between modern Formula boats and the 70's designed Hobies. My F16 with main, jib and spinnaker on the water weighs 240 lbs.
It is not apples to apples if you say a Hobie can keep up if the Formula boat doesn't carry its kite. W/L have already been discussed. You can look to Statue race results if you want to see which boat comes out on top in distance situations.
Again, I do understand why the H16 continues to be popular on the racing scene but it is apples and oranges.[/quote]
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