All good thoughts, and the x16 event allows lots of design freedom. One thing to keep in mind though is that any of the developmental events will attract talented designers and fliers. Just because these events have simple rules, or ban high tech devices and or materials, does mean they are beginner events or that they won't be subject to innovation by talented, serious, competitive indoor fliers.
If the desire is for an event that will appeal to beginners on the grounds that the experts will not be able to obtain an advantage, the only real way to come close to that is by designing a new or adapting an existing event to be a one design event. In this scheme, every model must be built exactly to the plan with zero substitutions, exceptions, etc. so that essentially everybody is flying the same model and the same prop, built from the same materials.
Though even then, there is room for better builders to improve their models. For example, better builders will weigh and stiffness test their wood, selecting the lightest and strongest sticks before they start a build (this is actually a good reason to use carbon fiber, as it is much more uniform in stiffness compared to balsa) which would make those models stronger.
More experienced fliers also know how to get the most out of a rubber motor, and have the tools to fine tune motors to props.
Honestly, the subject of beginners and events comes up every year, and honestly, the best thing we can do for beginners is not invent a new, easy to build, low performance event, but rather pair them with a dedicated expert to mentor them in indoor. Those that are willing to listen to experienced fliers will see success, grow, and move on to more advanced events. Those that are not willing to listen to a mentor, would not be successful in indoor no matter what event they fly, and most likely not be engaged for the long term.
My thoughts. Your mileage may vary.
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> On Mar 30, 2017, at 5:15 PM, N Dennis wombatt_at_gmail.com [Indoor_Construction] <Indoor_Construction_at_yahoogroups.com> wrote:
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> I'd agree with Gary, good thought but will be "exploited" !!
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> FWIW, how close to a beginner do you want to go ?? You could pick a plan, (like a Dennydart (MK-V or MKII), model must be built to plan for size and shape, all else can be "played with" - like wood, ribs, motor and etc.
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> Just a thought, wombat
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