From a recent email, regarding Delta Ditch and the new down wind race ratings, SSC and RYC has discussed, but no decision has been reached to date.

I agree with the message below, that we focus on building our class.

We are planning on racing with 3 or 4 for the Ditch this year.

Regards, Peggy.

:: I like doing the Ditch with 3 or 4 in the boat. Relief
:: helm and trim to rotate out of the sun. Any word if the
:: Ditch Run will use the downwind ratings? Steve Katzman
::
:: :: I would like to float the idea of setting a minimum
:: :: headcount for the Ditch Run. I think this is great,
:: :: unique race that should be shared with as many people as
:: :: possible and seeing the boats with 2 people on board
:: :: while fun and challenging, is unfortunate for all of
:: :: those left behind.
:: ::
:: :: I am not sure how the Express will stack up to an
:: :: overall win using the new downwind PHRF rating so we
:: :: should probably focus on building our class profile
:: :: instead of fighting the Moore and Melges for an overall
:: :: spot.
:: ::
:: :: I think this would help build the class reputation as a
:: :: fun and inclusive group of sailors.
:: ::
:: :: Nick Gibbens - Shenanigans #67
::
:: :: SFYC