RE: I would never enter a contest because......
Only some 10% of RC modelers participate in competitions of any kind. (Confirmed on a local level by an earlier poster here.) You started this thread supposedly to find out why the other 90% don't. Then you argue and belittle the people who are trying to give you honest answers. Well, you can call me anything you want, I'm secure in my accomplishments in this hobby.
I finally realized that you don't really want answers. You seem convinced that your way is the best way to enjoy RC flying, but 90% of the RC world disagrees with you. I can understand why that would be unsettling.
Oh, and don't worry, I won't be entering any of your "contests".
Jim