I would say that the TOC would be ruined if they removed the pattern portion of it. There are a lot of good 3D pilots out there, but it's the precision that gets them.

I have seen a couple of people that can do a great 3D routine, but they don't have the dicipline or the finesse to be able to do proper precision maneouvers.

I don't disagree that the free style is by far the bigger crowd pleaser, but let's not ruin the TOC by having only the freestyle.