^ok, then how do you feel about adding a Degree of Difficulty index to freeski competition judging. Hey, while we're at it, why don't we start judging airs based on the number of 'tricks' you do, but count a safety 360 as a straight 3 with no grab, and outlaw inverted aerials. That'd be rad. One footed slides may be hard, but that doesn't make them stylish, which I fully understand is a concept that resides in the eye of the beholder.
When does difficulty start counting more than style?
I've resisted on giving my opinion so far, but I'm sick of it. I would have HATED judging this contest, especially the top 3 runs. But I'm not sure I would have handed Gagnier a win. Not with Jon throwing down like he did, and Tanner doing what he always does, which is dominate. Every skier brought something different to the table, and on that day in question, the judges smiled on Gagnier. Whether or not he deserved it will be a topic for months, but that's what happens with subjectively judged sports.
Bahahaha... or, you could call it the 'elitist snob' cult. Anyways, my family already owns a country club, so no thanks.
J.D. May