Re: RC: FEI

[SandyDSA@aol.com]

In a message dated 5/8/01 6:53:05 AM Pacific Daylight Time, lanconn@tds.net 
writes:


> We have a great discipline, unencumbered by frivolous rules such as
> having to wear a particular type of shirt.  AERC allows Ride Managers
> the option to add whatever rules they wish to accommodate location, ride
> conditions, and ensure the safety of the riders.  Generally speaking,
> those changes are listed on the entry form.  In short, we have "freedom"
> in our discipline. AERC provides basic common sense rules and guidelines
> to follow.  It accommodates a wide range of riders at all skill levels
> while providing the opportunity to move up as far as your ambition,
> time, and money allow. IMHO, "integrating" FEI with AERC would create
> more problems than benefits. 


A more sanguine truth was never spoken - I see no point and no benefit to 
adding a laundry list of new rules to AERC's.
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