Then again, the guys that go out and get these RTF models for under a hundred dollars, most likely aren't looking to make the commitment in time and money to become RC enthusiasts. After they destroy the plane they go back to stamp collecting or whatever they were doing before the RC bug bit.

It's the guy that really wants to become proficient that will seek help and the support of a club, or a mentor in the hobby.

And even those that have taught themselves the rudiments most often gravitate to a club, or some other people to support and assist them. This is not much of a loner type hobby, but more one that is shared by the participants. Nothing like a good attaboy after the perfect 3 point landing to boost your ego. And on the other hand someone that feels as bad as you do when you total your best plane.

After all is said and done, we all seek our own level in hobbies, our work, and life in General. So long as we don't cause trouble for others, I think that whatever method we pursue, so long as it makes the individual happy, is a good thing.