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<P><FONT size=2>The mini -Brio got me thinking about a new format. One of the
problems with our setup at present is the cost of new entry and therefore the
lack of new participants. Planes like the mini-Brio could help this. So far the
discussion list has talked about limiting motor size, battery capacity, etc.
These are impossible to monitor and would just start a new $$ race for the
latest & greatest. I propose we do something like sailing, a one-class
competition. Each year we could designate a model and associated equipment as
that years contender. Limit the size <SPAN class=359494812-26022006>(1m ?)
</SPAN>and weight for selection. Everyone flys the same gear except new (novice)
contestants who could also fly last year's. Have just two classes, novice
(Sportsman & Intermediate) and expert (all else). Use spread spectrum for
easy management, more flying lines, and low cost.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT size=2>Advantages</FONT></P>
<P><FONT size=2>1. Much lower cost</FONT></P>
<P><FONT size=2>2. New entrants could buy form a large pool of used
equipment</FONT></P>
<P><FONT size=2>3. Mfg's may give us a discount because of the large number of
possible orders</FONT></P>
<P><FONT size=2>4. The fun is in the flying, not the equipment</FONT></P>
<P><FONT size=2></FONT> </P><FONT face="Kristen ITC">
<P>Jay Marshall</P></FONT><FONT face=Arial size=2></FONT><FONT face=Arial
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