RE: Has it taken the glory away from it??
The key is to hunt for yourself. It a 130" deer isn't big enough for you...then don't shoot it. If a 90" deer makes your hunting season complete, put an arrow through it.
The most exciting hunts in the 25+yrs I've been in a tree have most definitely not been the biggest bucks.
I see what you're saying...but I'll always respect what I shoot and not worry about inches.