Nobody thinks there is a "defined downgrade" for the displacement. But the "perfection" standard isn't "theoretical". It says right in the book that "The competitor is required to make the shape of all maneuvers perfect". Seems pretty clear, not "theoretical".

Other manevuers such as stall turns and spins specifically mention when less than perfect doesn't cause a deduction. I see no allowable deviation from perfect without a deduction mentioned in the snap judging criteria. Hmm......

The fact there is no "defined downgrade" for loops that aren't perfectly round doesn't stop us from taking a deduction when they aren't "perfect". As the book states, we just "develop a reproducible method to judge" the maneuver.

I have no problem following the reference card!! Anything with a snap is my lowest scoring maneuver, so I'll take any gifts I can get!!

See you next year. Hope to see you at the Cactus Classic!!

Dean Bird
Sun Valley Fliers
Phoenix, AZ