On Jan 27, 8:09*pm, wrote:
Correction - I'm already over the handicap weight limit. The only
fixed ballast I can legally add is pasta.


All this prompted me to read the ballast rules for FAI class
regionals. I need to check my W/B data this evening but I think I'm
close to the maximum handicap weight of 760lb for my ASW 28. With no
water in the tail tank I need to add nose trim weight to be at my best
CG for a no ballast contest. The trim weight is non disposable.

Do the rules allow me to add nose trim ballast to optimize CG even if
I'm over the maximum handicap weight?

How are the handicap weights derived? I find it hard to believe that
most US pilots are as light as I am. What would be the point of
having a handicap weight that most pilots exceed if there is no score
handicap applied? It seems that heavy pilots are not only allowed to
fly with no handicap disadvantage but are also allowed to add even
more weight in the tail.

Adding pasta is not an option for me. I like being at 165 lb.

Andy