I'm not sure if this discussion has gotten off track, and perhaps I phrased the original question a bit vague, but this is what I was thinking.
(1) I completely agree that a complete rookie should not try to set a record in their first pass. They should be learning how to run safely.
(2) If the rookie makes 1 or 2 passes correctly and safely, then they should be allowed to go for it.
My concern is the rule that makes a rookie a rookie, unable to set records, for an entire meet, one day or two, and whether they make 1 pass or ten. Having to make numerous passes over two days, or just deciding to not make any passes the second day, seems a bit much.
Welcome to the interwebbythingy. Hijacking threads is common. Sorry.
Like Nathan said, if you show up, pass tech, pay attention to the rookie orientation, get in the rookie lane, then make a clean pass per the rules without scaring anyone, you should be allowed to run from the regular lanes next pass at Elmo. This is how it normally works.
Forget to pop your chute, turn out in the wrong direction, blow out the back door, speed down the return road, exceed your tech speed, etc, you'll have to keep running rookie passes.
Don't worry so much. It's supposed to be fun, and everyone wants you to do well and have a good time.
I'd go to an event first and watch though. Ask lots of questions. See how the tech and lanes work.
You'll be nervous your first race because things are different than what you're normally used to. Watching an event helps a lot.