05-06-2023, 09:37 AM
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Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: North Tejas
Posts: 3,328
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Originally Posted by Ez2cDave
So, the idea is to "scrap" rule 9.9 ( Modeler must construct his own model ) . . .
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Yes!
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Originally Posted by Ez2cDave
Overall, I like this idea and I would support it . . . EXCEPT in the Craftsmanship Events ( Classic Model, Concept Scale, Plastic Model Conversion, Scale, Scale Altitude, Sport Scale ).
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Yes, I said that too.
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Originally Posted by Ez2cDave
I could see a few small rocket companies springing up, selling "RTF" or "ARF" competition models . . . Particularly in the Glider events, as long as they don't get "greedy" and charge $30-$50, for a model that uses $5 worth of parts .
Now, I fully expect to hear the "their time costs money and they need to charge for it" argument . . . Go down that path and this idea is doomed.
Frankly, we are attempting to attract KIDS to NAR Competition . . . So, having to shell out $200 - $300 for 5 or 6 pre-built, competition models that are likely to be lost on their first flight, is a "non-starter", for the most part !
Dave F.
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The idea was not to open it up for commercial RTF though that would be legal but to allow borrowing or a gift from a mentor.
Bill
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