The mods are forcing me to step out from behind the curtain. Farewell Adam?, hopefully your new leaf doesn't go unnoticed. :-(
I picked up a nice new LRP X12 7.5 to use for practice. The old Novak 5800 (8.5) didn't feel very smooth. I hope a modern motor delivers its power more smoothly.
I don't know if it's all the practice, or rubber tires or what, but mod seems more attainable now. I feel like I'm getting diminishing returns on my 13.5 practice, though, and need the change.