Being this size, it is a strange feeling to look upwards to talk to your competition. They are all huge. But more importantly than that, they all got pounds on you and those pounds have proven to be significant over the length of the course. A few years ago, weight limits were brought into the Star Class. Clearly the gargantuan's had to lose weight and for those that compete frequently, there is no sense to binge and purge like a bulimic and many have lost the weight and kept it off.
Crew are healthier.
They can effectively carry their new weight and lead a longer career. I know a couple that teamed up last year and combined had to lose 65 pounds to make weight. They did it. Now 7 months later, each has added single digit pounds back, but for their health, what a great benefit. Carrying the excess weight needed in the past, is no longer a necessity.