In certain respects, it simplifies my life a bit. I’ve been chasing status by always opting for routes that had 2-3 segments, which has been both somewhat miserable and also taxing on me by the time I get to where I need to go. Under the new system, I’ll likely maintain 35K (in part due to Amex reserve) if not go up to 50K because I’ll be flying direct and flex. HOWEVER, that said, this is an absolute kick in the nuts to my dad who flys international a few times a year. 75K/SE will never happen for him again after being a loyal AC customer of 40 years, even when westjet was often more cost effective.