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I don't see a problem with the introduction of new maneuvers by the
sequence committee. There should be some guidelines on what and how
many could be added in any cycle. Right now there is nothing like
that. <br>
I tried to make the point about the Kfactors being assigned- that if
there is a discussion about the proper k-factor for a maneuver, then
the maneuver is too hard, not the kfactor too low. <br>
An example would be the 4of 8 reversed in Stuart's sequence. Rather
than a discussion about whether it should be a 4 or a 5, change the
maneuver to an 8-pt from inverted. This uses an existing catalog
maneuver rather than create a new one and the kfactor is listed as a
4. Takes care of three issues at once. No new maneuver, reduces
difficulty creep, eliminates an unwinnable argument about 4 versus 5
and keeps the overall Kfactor where you want it.<br>
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There is an issue about adding some new maneuvers to sequences to
keep the interest up for those jaded pilots who have been in a class
forever. Perhaps limit those to one, possibly two new K4 or K5 per
cycle and no new K1,K2 or K3s. In the meantime, there are whole
classes of maneuvers currently just taking space in the guide-
square eights, figure M, diamond 8s. The list goes on and on.<br>
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One other issue. There is currently a AMA rule proposal to allow
corrections after a spin due to wind. Rather than change the rule,
perhaps the guide should be amended to eliminate turnaround spins
and remove the requirement for at least one spin in Masters. Then
the issue goes away and no rule change is required.<br>
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John<br>
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