Nice one PB. Looks like an awesome shooter
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Yeah - some months have been excruciating to judge. Its tough enough comparing a natty to a board cut. having worked in 3D for a time I do know the amount of work that goes into that - and due to the techniques it offers some very cool ability for voids and complex curves which would be almost impossible to do any other way. Its not better or worse than any other process its just different. And TBH its nice seeing people doing frames in all styles and materials.
Don't make my life easier though
Don't make my life easier though
I know you're not - and I really do get the idea.
When I started the 'new' SOTM I gave a lot of thought to how frames would be submitted - and to create a fair as possible platform. TBH I don't think splitting up anything would be needed. And keeping the approach totally open allows for pushing technology as well as crafting.
There isn't much difference between say 3D print and CNC IMO - but somehow CNC has more cache... But logically thinking it shouldn't - both are tech driven - both have wildly different outcomes.
Don't get me wrong I love a gnarly natty just as much as a 3d printed frame - and covet cored super frames with a lust which is unnatrual (pun).
So I'll keep allowing all mediums - and expect a level which is worthy of consideration
When I started the 'new' SOTM I gave a lot of thought to how frames would be submitted - and to create a fair as possible platform. TBH I don't think splitting up anything would be needed. And keeping the approach totally open allows for pushing technology as well as crafting.
There isn't much difference between say 3D print and CNC IMO - but somehow CNC has more cache... But logically thinking it shouldn't - both are tech driven - both have wildly different outcomes.
Don't get me wrong I love a gnarly natty just as much as a 3d printed frame - and covet cored super frames with a lust which is unnatrual (pun).
So I'll keep allowing all mediums - and expect a level which is worthy of consideration
Maybe I'm being confusing
I'm all for crafted loveliness - and totally agree on your points. A handmade thing can be beautiful and enduring.
However we also need to give a valid space/platform to new tech. Its conceivable that 3d printed metal frames printed in your own study could be a reality. And not acknowledging the skill/craft involved with the creation of these is also important.
But think people are getting to involved with the concept. I don't see that 3D printed frames will rule supreme at any stage killing all hand craft. The point is that any frame entered is given an equal footing - each process is considered as well as the skill and materials used along with the final outcome.
I'm all for crafted loveliness - and totally agree on your points. A handmade thing can be beautiful and enduring.
However we also need to give a valid space/platform to new tech. Its conceivable that 3d printed metal frames printed in your own study could be a reality. And not acknowledging the skill/craft involved with the creation of these is also important.
But think people are getting to involved with the concept. I don't see that 3D printed frames will rule supreme at any stage killing all hand craft. The point is that any frame entered is given an equal footing - each process is considered as well as the skill and materials used along with the final outcome.
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