Al,
Could you post the recipes for your two mixes? I've seen so many modifications by others, I've lost track of the authentic Al's mixes--which really work well.
I've also lost track of your original lengthy and technical article about particle size and soil composition. As I recall, it explains why you don't add assorted smaller particle sized components. It took me awhile to read and digest, but totally changed what I look for in soil media.
Thanks