Pugwash said...Yep
One day, I expect it will be the same thing...
BTW, I didn't want to detract from the good work yoyo is doing also in keeing this info...
Ours is predominantly just for fun, to have these rankings just gives everyone an opportunity to get more enjoyment out of being in the challenge. There are a few things that make this possible, 1 we have 194 windsurfers in the comp, 2 we have a great database, and 3 we got Nebbs, so why not. But it's not meant to be an official anything. There are some very fast sailors who aren't registered for various reasons, it's not sanctioned in any way, so not meant to be an official ranking of speed for aust or the states.
NB. It's all done for free, no-one makes any money out of it, in fact Ben and I lose money, coz we not only put our own money into it, we also spend a lot of time on it, trying to make it better and more fun for everyone. Whatever it turns into in the future, it can't lose the elements that make it fun now!!!!!!!!! I want it to be more inclusive, with more kids, women, and families participating.
All the pro's and serious dudes have enough accolades and recognition in the challenge, and what they do in serios sanctioned competitions. I'd say the Challenge is more like fun training for the pro's and serious dudes. The top 5 to 10 teams probably go at it fairdinkum, but the rest while all probably trying hard and enjoying being in the comp, don't take it very seriously, it's just for fun. And we must never lose this element of it.
