Hello Hank,

I haven't followed this at all, but here are some thoughts:

If the class was a narrow performance spread such as Libelle though
early Discus - no flaps, no winglets, no extra fairings, no water, all
handicapped, it might appeal to a large group.

The performance is enough alike that the tasks would be flown in
gaggles of very similar performing gliders. Pilots like flying
together.

The current Sports Class favors high wing loading, small fuselage,
modern gliders - no way around it, so it dissuades many from
attending. Still, Sports Class is very popular in certain venues such
as The Seniors, possibly because of the friendly, low-key social
nature.

Sports Class contests could be encouraged to award a special trophy to
the best Club Class glider.

Tom Knauff