Weight Limit

[Bill Glaze]

Dave:
I hold no particular opinion on a weight limit change; at least, not 
yet.  But, I have rather gained interest in the discussion as a bystander.
So, I am curious.  You seem to equate weight with cost, as if we were 
buying these airplanes like a Sirloin steak, on a per pound basis.
Now, I have a couple of 14 pound Extra 300's that are powered by Moki's.
Both of them (at 80 inch wingspans, similar to pattern size wise) cost 
less than any of my pattern airplanes, have greater performance, and fly 
very well.  I have no doubt that I could have spent more money, but it 
would not have improved the breed.  I did, of course, build them from 
kits.  I could have built them heavier, but that, too, would be pointless.
If, and I stress if, all other factors are to remain the same except 
weight, how can you come up with weight equating to cost?  Particularly 
now, that Y.S. has upped the ante with their new 1.60?  Which, arguably, 
is aimed at the pattern market.
I perhaps missed the message in this thread that explained your stand.  
Interested to see it again.
Thanks

Bill Glaze

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