We will give detailed briefings and useful information regarding flying and safety on the following topics: the launch site; flying around and over the take-off mountain itself; landing sites and options around take-off; being aware, and making the most, of conditions around launch each day; 'house' thermals on and around the take-off mountain; each day we will give a daily weather brief and will decide on the best XC route to make the most out of the day's conditions; we will give detailed info about the main XC routes, known thermal sources along the way, and a wealth of tips and tricks to help you stay in the air and fly further; where to (and not to!) land; retrieval logistics and practicalities; effective use of radio, GPS, and other instruments; navigation practicalities; glider control; and more! Of course, we will try our best to answer any questions you may have!
Briefings & Information
We will give detailed briefings and useful information regarding flying and safety on the following topics: the launch site; flying around and over the take-off mountain itself; landing sites and options around take-off; being aware, and making the most, of conditions around launch each day; 'house' thermals on and around the take-off mountain; each day we will give a daily weather brief and will decide on the best XC route to make the most out of the day's conditions; we will give detailed info about the main XC routes, known thermal sources along the way, and a wealth of tips and tricks to help you stay in the air and fly further; where to (and not to!) land; retrieval logistics and practicalities; effective use of radio, GPS, and other instruments; navigation practicalities; glider control; and more! Of course, we will try our best to answer any questions you may have!