I don't understand why they can't just use SMT 0.1" headers. That would let them do both. Sure, SMT headers are a bit less mechanically robust, but unless you'

I don't understand why they can't just use SMT 0.1" headers. That would let them do both. Sure, SMT headers are a bit less mechanically robust, but unless you're unplugging/replugging the thing continuously, it probably wouldn't be an issue.