OK. I see what you're saying. So do you think allowing 300k+ rides is a mistake?
Possibly, yes, although I'm sure no-one really gives a shit about my personal opinion.
The board made it clear early on that they're monitoring Audaxy social media to get a feel for member opinions; so yes, I'd say your views count for something.
I don't think they should have made that decision but I don't feel strongly enough for the decision to be reversed. Again, it's easy for me to have these opinions as I'm not riding Audaxes at the moment (and not going for any of the awards that are affected).
Anyway, I ducked out of this discussion last time I realised it wasn't really going anywhere, and I don't think it's going anywhere now so I'll put the board back on ignore.
I just wanted to make the point that some people might feel pressured into doing something they're not entirely comfortable with, because of the way that some AUK awards work, now that longer rides have opened up.