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Something new may sometimes be a little scary or at the least - intimidating.Keeping an open mind about change and concern for the future of the Association, lets talk about this.I think many of us ( who don't compete in IMAC or Pattern ) will have questions and concerns and possibly some difficulties understanding - Scoring Normalization.I think I see some advantages for this regarding - flight scoring - However, I'm still trying to wrap my little brain around - Static scoring normalization. It seems to me that now we are not receiving a score that reflects the model's individual scale accuracy but rather ( how the model COMPARES to the other models in a particular class ). Please help me understand normalization for STATIC JUDGING.Regards,Ken Young
It seems to me that some people want the Scale Masters to be just another Flying contest and not to give much attention to Craftsmanship skills, talent or individual expression - the build. I always loved the original IDEA of the U.S. Scale Masters - "Best of the Best" at building and flying....and the idea that the Masters was a very unique and special Association of "Like Minded Individuals" who appreciate building skills as well as flying skills.I think the future I see ( from what I read about the "Rebirth" and "new scoring methods ) is one that focuses more on simplicity ( all the same type of model planes ) and less about diversity.I revell in the diverse models that I see each year at our local Qualifiers and "Dream" about - one day I want to build and fly something as special as that.So far I'm not optimistic for "Preserving The Dream". Ken.
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