A few stalwarts appeared early this morning, despite the threat of a raging
crosswind from the South, with the usual accompanying rotor effect, severe
turbulence on finals and knot-grabbing wind shear.
We were not to be
disappointed, and the yellow flag hoisted by Steve W and J St
started to look a little optimistic. Chris C was sent off as the
sacrificial lamb in the Junior, and when he survived Steve bravely sat in the
back of the K21 with Chris's grandson, Jack, to see if he could make a better
job of the landing than his grandfather; which wasn't too difficult.....
Roly soon
joined in, with Heather in the front, and we all agreed that there was indeed a
bit of a wave developing, but nobody managed any real soaring before lunch, when
most agreed the weather was calming down.
Paul S and James arrived after lunch and had a couple of reasonably long flights on the south ridge.
Altogether a great learning experience
for those courageous / foolhardy enough to soar with the buzzards, and another
reminder that whatever the weather forecast, if you don't turn up you don't get
to fly! - Chris C & JSt
Meanwhile a few members, pitched up at the Uffculme Show to talk gliding and promote the Open Weekend. The DG505 as ever was an impressive exhibit and attracted the crowds. We were told that the best demonstration of the day was when we derigged the glider in about 5 mins by the well-oiled team.
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| A busy day at Uffculme Show |
Thanks to everyone who helped.
