On 3/12/2012 7:32 PM, Papa3 wrote:
So, in true Management Consulting fashion, I'd conclude that the
first step is to lay out a strategy for what sailplane racing is
supposed to be about at its essence. Once those principles are fully
fleshed out, then the rules and regulations regarding technology
follow. Not vice versa.

Yes, I think so. When I was an SSA Director in the late '80s, I thought
contest rules should be selected to maximize the growth of the Society.
More or fewer classes? More or less technology? Longer/shorter tasks?
Whatever caused the most growth over the years was the right choice was
my thinking then.

I still think it's the best goal; admittedly, a difficult one to follow,
but worth reflecting on when the conversation starts to get lost in the
details.

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