Pilot's Guides were written by engineers. Most pilots didn't read them
Or didn't understand what they meant.
Yes indeed, the line rides were good for both sides. The trouble is we don't always think with the same side of our brains, but we have to get over this hurdle!!
It's good to knock heads even if it's only in forum words with guys like PJ2 and Safety Pee etc. etc. We're going to get there if only because we care.