What about Straight-In Approaches?

We all learned in primary training about the AIM-approved method of pattern entry: 45 degree downwind entry at pattern altitude. And most times this is my approach (or else a direct entry via an extended left downwind at Connellsville -- a 45 degree entry at pattern altitude would clip some trees on the ridge just to the east).

But often when flying VFR to Connellsville from the north, the best option is a long, straight-in approach to 23.

Now this is what anyone does that flies the localizer 5 approach, but 23 doesn't have an IAP.

At a less familiar or busier airport I'll do the standard contortions required to fit into the pattern. But at a less busy, familiar airport at night during windy or less favorable flying conditions, I'm assuming there's no one else out there and a straight in approach gives me the best angle just in case there is someone there that hasn't been announcing or has no comms.

A straight-on approach also reduces the amount of low speed, low altitude maneuvering which I prefer to do less of in less than ideal conditions.