The competition was flown under warm, sunny skies.
Although the windspeed was a little higher than forecast, conditions were pleasant and quite manageable.
However the varying windspeed and some turbulence from the upwind hedge did catch out the majority of participants to some degree or other during the day. All landing short of the mark..
Everybody landed short on more than one occasion until becoming more familiar with the landing approach technique.
Personally I think the landing tapes that were kindly donated for our comps by Bob Cockerill, were made far too short!!
As the day progressed and the air became more active most slots were being flown out by at least a couple of pilots, but if the centre of the area of lift was missed the sink proved quite vicious. Also there were a couple of slots flown, where the lift proved elusive and winning times of around six minutes were gratefully received!

Thanks to everyone for attending and supporting the event - this includes the numerous visiting spectators that called by and stayed for the duration. Hopefully they will return as competitors in the future.

Congratulations to the winners and runners up et al. It was good to welcome Tony Hickson, taking part in his first competition.
Tony flew very well with his Radian, finishing in second place in the 2M class. (A threat to the old lags in the future methinks!)

The competition was flown in a relaxed, good humoured spirit, which I appreciated - and trust enjoyed by all.

Thanks to John (never without a smile) Davis our landowner and host for presenting the prizes.

Our next competition in the Midland region will be at Pillerton Hersey on October 13th (weather permitting!)

See you there,

Cliff