Quote Originally Posted by bumperplate View Post
RGR, totally understand what you're saying. I know that my use of the OODA loop is bastardized. But that's where I find the most utility. That layman's bastardized version of the OODA loop is more productive, for more audiences, than the detailed interpretation.

Also, to be totally honest - I find so much utility in this bastardized version that I'm a bit reluctant to analyze every word that went into creating this thing. I'm worried that I'll be disappointed. I don't want to shatter my faith in what is a very useful instructional tool. It's not about neglecting rigor, but about embracing a useful and productive tool to teach ground floor tactical principles.
Are you bastardizing or are you adapting? Boyd spent a lot of time talking about adapting.
The Boyd Theory is misnamed...it should be the Boyd Study...it is full of historical examples ... history is written down and can be analysed... experience is great but only if it is discussed and taught.