[RTTY] "Rookie" Category?

[scarroll at mchsi.com]

There's no doubt this topic will stir up some controversy from every point of 
view, but what he heck I'm game. So here goes...

I was somewhat disappointed to read the classification for the "Rookie" 
category in the CQ WPX (and I'm sure others as well). "... someone licensed 
less than 3 years..." What about the ham who's just starting out in this mode 
and/or never done RTTY contesting, wouldn't that person be a rookie? It's 
confusing, because if I were to use the same logic, then someone licensed for 
20+ years should have to compete in the "Expert" category, right? But, 
the "Expert" category is based on experience (namely a proven 'Top 10' 
competitor). So, shouldn't the "Rookie" category be based on in-experience?

Just thought I'd shake things up a bit... I've got my fire-retardant suit on, 
so FLAME ON !!!

73, Steve - K2SC