Dick, I do understand this impression. I for one can fly most if not all of the Basic through Intermediate routines. Some of the Advanced ones give my nerves a run for the money, but if you know what the maneuver is suppose to look like then I do a good Picasso in the sky!

I fly Sportsman because it is where I will not come in last. My friends think I should move up but I know some of the contest I will be in last. I am a lot like EC121. I do it for self gratification. I also enjoy the friendship. I know of others that do it to win. I don't care. It would be nice to bring home some wood and if I had the latest stuff and someone skilled to set it up to fly perfect, I would probably come in second or third, but I don't do this. I just like the fellowship and seeing myself improve.