Ed Levin hang glider speed flying competition 2010
The Ed Levin Speed Gliding 2010 competition will be held in the Ed Levin County Park in Milpitas, CA, on 30 – 31 January 2010, with the weekend of 6 – 7 February reserved in case of bad weather.
The organisers, Wings of Rogallo, stipulate that “Those wishing to take part must be legal to do so and at be present the park landing area car park no later than 8:00am the day(s) of the event.
“The pilot meetings will cover important information which may impact the course, rules, and pilots’ scores for the day. Pilots are encouraged to attend all meetings during this competition”.
Promptness and swift repacking is important as organisers hope that two rounds will be flown each day.
There are three classes in the event (Open, King Post, and Rookie), with different pilot requirements and rules (particularly regarding altitude turnpoints) for each. The rules and entry form for the event can be found here.
The organisers say, “Speed gliding is a thrilling event both to watch and take part [in]. Ed Levin Speed Gliding 2010 continues the tradition of prior speed gliding events held by Wings of Rogallo. The speed course has been designed similar to a giant slalom ski run where participants fly around turnpoints with the added thrill of altitude control gates thrown into the mix. Top place finishes will be awarded to pilots who can find the fastest, most efficient line between turnpoints from start to finish. The event isn’t all about winning, though…it’s about having fun as we explore the speed range of our gliders and our own capabilities as hang glider pilots”.
For more information contact Christopher Valley on 650-863-1298
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