Dark Prince: I agree completely with Dark Prince on the time tactics. Why stalling to try to get your opponent out of balance? Your opponents will probably think you've been away or are just anxious for the next move. They're not occupied with your reasons for delaying.

Nothingness, I understand you want clear rules and fast games, in that case it's best not to stall yourself. The way you explain situations you want to avoid make it seem you create them yourself as well. I understand you don't, but the discussion is quite misleading.

Maybe just go back to what format is best? It will always stay a problem. For a real fast tournament you'll have to accept time outs.