| Koi shows
Although koi shows, are be definition "competitive," there is a difference and most shows that I attend, tend to be friendly competitions more than "win at all costs." Its the spirit of the actual entrants that dictate such. The true kichi have that comaraderie that makes the show fun. Those that go expecting to win have a far greater risk of disappointment than those who enter with low to no expectations.
The Koi show drives the hobby. Without such, there would be no standards, no refinements to the koi, less interaction between hobbyists and between hobbyists and the general public.
Steve |