And this is the main reason so many of us are trying to get a stock class in place. People should be able to buy a package and run it without having to go spend $85 on a new engine, $40 on a new tuned pipe, etc.

The rules we're putting in place include dividing up boats by "class" depending on interest level. In other words, if 6 .15 size hydros show up, it would be good for a club to make that a specific class. However, if they then had a couple .18s show up, most likely they'll all be put in the same class. Over time, this is going to become a case of survival of the fittest. People will want the boat that's the most fun. Since speed and winning races is fun to some of us, the boat that is best able to do this stands a good chance of becoming more popular. If this whole RTR racing concept catches on, the manufacturers will notice and offer faster boats. This will ultimately benefit all of us.