Hey guys, I think Steve is looking at the big picture here. He wants to make the entry point for pattern or IMAC have a broader appeal. Are we constructing a platform where more or less people try to participate??? I tend to think less people are participating (than possible)in the present environment. What needs to be addressed are the mental/finicial hurdles to starting.

Steve- Yea it's been awhile since I posted, I read mostly and try to absorb the knowledge. I too went to the Winston-Salem IMAC meet and watched BASIC and left knowing that my 60 sized EXTRA had NO chance. I left with the impression until I have a 30% EXTRA it's a no go, unless I want to play around. It is really hard going into something knowing there's no possibility of doing that well... This is a pretty good thread and I like reading other's opinion on this subject!

Marcus