At 11:13 PM 9/7/2006, you wrote:
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These DO NOT have to be a blood and guts type of contest, merely an
opportunity to fly together, thereby learning from each other and improving
the overall skill level. When the other local flyers see how much fun is
being had they will join in, even if they KNOW they have not a whisper of a
chance to win. They are there because it's FUN. And, this does not require
a $2,000 moldie and a $600+ computer radio - it can be done with a 'lowly'
Gentle Lady, Spirit, Aspire or HOB 2 x 4.
I think that's what is wrong with so many current contests with the
emphasis on win, win, win and not enough emphasis on fun. Why not
back off a little and put some fun back. Fly events that don't
require a moldie. Maybe a round of three-for-fifteen and a few
rounds of two minute precision. That's how I learned to land on the
spot on time over 30 years ago and it can be done with an Oly II or
Gentle Lady. And be sure to have a Novice class with best trophies
for them. I have been flying contests on one type or another since
1950 and I don't really care for another trophy unless it is for a
really important contest. For the rest, just announce my name if I
place. Of course I don't have to worry about that very often any more. :-)
Chuck Anderson
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