Condor Racing
Following a short Christmas break, the Condor racers were keen to take on a longer than normal task. With North Hill airfield too wet and windy the sunny skies of Condor were a welcome alternative.
The task was straightforward 213kms- out and return to Salisbury Cathedral and there were 9 starters including guest Ben (Condor mate of Stewart).
The start was a little delayed due to some technical difficulties, but Dan Hender raced ahead as normal, with Stewart explaining the local airspace to Ben. Everyone was in a Discus2a loaded with water and the conditions were at times quite good with 5-6 knot averages, but there was a considerable variation of thermals in the settings, to keep everyone on their toes.
Simon Leeson got a better view of the spire than he would have liked and made an estimate of its height, all made the turn. Geoff Lawrence had an internet moment but continued in stealth mode. Chris Warnes had to pop off for tea near Yeovilton, but will have another go tomorrow.
Dan thought that he had it in the bag at the finish line, but was pipped at the post by both Stewart and Ben running in very fast to take 1st and 2nd places, all at about 117kph.
Well done to Geoff Lawrence now using the 'get high, stay high' policy completed his longest flight with no penalties. - J&P
