* Well established and broad range of qualifying boats already in existence, many of which benefit from meaningful age allowances under IRC, resulting in relatively modest entry cost and limited depreciation;

* Dual purpose platforms: close inshore racing on boats that are offshore capable (and can race as a class within a class offshore);

* Boats with proper interiors that protect residuals as well as being competitive under IRC;

* Sensible running costs, as no one-design arms race for sails or kit;

* Competitive but largely Corinthian teams, with no more than one professional sailor per boat encouraged; and

* Ideal size (and loads) for offshore campaigning for those that don’t have an appetite (or resources) for a fully pro, out and out racing machine.

* For competitive sailors wanting to get a taste of larger boat close inshore racing, or serious offshore experience on the RORC circuit, P40s are the perfect platform;

* Because the boats are not full of professionals, there are more crewing slots available for crew who are motivated but don’t rely on the sport as a career; and

*An opportunity to gain racing experience with symmetrical spinnakers.

* A vibrant social scene off the water.