| One of the sad things about human nature is that wherever competition is involved people will 'interpret' the rules to their advantage. Sometimes this will result in a mild bending, (perhaps unintentionally) of the rules, sometimes in a cynical and blatant flouting of the rules.
This has applied in EVERY form of motorsport I've EVER competed in however lowly it is in the scheme of things.
People running an 1800cc engine in a 1300cc class! People getting away with running slicks on a tarmac rallying stage when they're supposed to be running control road tyres (scrutineers can't keep up with all the class rules)! Even in twin shock club trials, where the 'prize' at the end of the season is a grotty plastic cup and a ripple of applause from 10 people and a dog, people have been known to install innards from the latest bikes in their forks.
Desmodue has been truly remarkable in it's first season for it's sportsmanship, spirit and general lack of bitchiness (although it's had it's moments). I sincerely hope it can remain like that!
I hope as it grows it doesn't get all bitter and twisted by the competitive streak in all human nature, but it will need to be vigilant.  |