12 March 2021
2019 the class accepted the proposal to allow the use of materials containing carbon fibres for spinnaker poles.
Recently World Sailing approved new Rule 8.2c :
8 PROHIBITIONS - 8.2 Exceptions - 8.2c Spinnaker poles made from materials containing carbon fibres.
From March 15th, 2021 carbon spi poles will be class legal and can be used at any time.