PJ-27,

You hit the nail on the head in your third and fourth paras! As a newcomer to this forum, I really think a fresh approach is needed if the sport has any chance of growing in popularity. Maybe, just maybe, a 'wooden' class with will give the best chance of this happening. However, insofar as the combat robot 'business' is concerned, this may not be so welcomed. A new wooden class would, as has been pointed out require regular events to have any chance of success and there may not be sufficient time slots to fit these in with existing established events that are proven to be financially viable. Hobby wishes and business interests don't always mix well!

Hoppy