I have mixed feelings on the max speed rule changes. I like the idea of juniors and new tournament skiers having the ability to shorten before their max speed to help them get the excitement of shortening the rope. For the M3,4, 5 etc being able to now ski 36 is what I'm not sure about, particularly at tournaments like regionals and nationals. I've always liked idea of an even playing field (same boat, driver, course, speed, etc.) for everyone. The guy in front of you gets 2 @ 38, you know you need to get to 3 to beat him, and so does everyone onshore watching as well. As a new to M3 skier I was having fun at 34 in the fall, now I'm not sure if I'll start practicing at 34 or 36 come spring.