Agreed. A well judged competition must bring together a number of different elements. Overall a forward 1080 board off with some decent height, style, execution and landing with fluidity and some speed should always pip a kite loop. There is not a whole lot technically behind a kite loop, but there does exist a relative risk factor though...that being said the more proficient you are the less a risk factor there is when looping.
It's a work in progress, I'm sure the competition and judging will evolve over time.
I still think the split is too high. 70/30 ...nah I'd go more 60/40 and really make crew push the technical side of big air. Even reward those those that do handle passes up there and those that vary their board and body work.
Let's face it, loading and jumping big..even with a kite loop can be considered the bare basics for these pros.
But Toby the result doesn't matter people have been exposed once again to the core roots of this sport and have been entertained. That equals growing exposure and interest in the sport, which will eventually fund young riders to really push the boundaries in all facets of the sport and not just wakestyle.
That's the winner here.