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Hi all, I have finished the build and install hopefully it looks ok.My next question is the set up any idea on where to start on the control surfaces and flap settings. Also I need a settings for the launch. Cheers
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Hi Munch 197 Sounds good to me Do you have a postcode for Burrough Hill? or directions even an idiot (me) could understand and use to get there? - preferably from the NC if poss...... Don't tell anyone, but I think this site would be a much better bet than a mobile canvas one, or even a tip My thinking is that the lads who fly ELG could do their thing on the flat, while the dedicated slopers could do theirs here! Regards Pete BARCS1702
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Flies best south west. But north west is more than flyable just one tree top close to the edge. Operated by Leicestershire council I believe but free to fliers even with electric motors. A short walk from the £2.50 a day carpark. It's far from the best slope you'll fly at and can be turbulent owing to the foliage on the slope. But we have had some very good days up there with high end moulded gliders. And landing area is a plenty just watch for the rotor over the slope lip. Worth a go if you're in the area in my opinion.
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Hi Gianmaria! Of course we remember you, and would be delighted to see you at our F3K Eurotour event again. I'm sure we can arrange a pick-up from Stansted on the Friday, I have a fishing bivi, bed chair, sleeping bag and cooking stove that you can use for camping (the bedchair is wonderful to sleep in, you will be the most comfortable person at the field ) I wonder if the confusion of Brexit has put off our Dutch and Belgian friends from registering yet, I really hope that when/if we know what the hell is going to happen over the next few months some will make the trip over to us. To run a competition I believe we need a minimum of 10 pilots, I hope that there are other UK pilots ready to enter soon. Just 7 weeks to go! Tony Bivi - something like this
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Tony B said: "Lengthy period of strong winds seems over, so out for a session this morning from 9:15. Comfortable temperature with sunshine, although field rather soggy. Managed an 8:32 before the wind increased too much. For the 3rd 14 Day Challenge:- Tony B - Chili - 19th March 8:32"
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Hi Munch 197 Best wind direction(s)? good landing area? NT land? Private owner? anyone actually flown there? Marks out of ten?......... Several ISA members are going to the National Centre for an Awayday in April.......they'll be taking ELG planes, but could take one or two slope soarers to make an assessment with, if its worth it......... Regards Pete BARCS 1702
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It's the only decent slope in the area. Next closest is the peaks I think. A view from the top
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Hi all Quote - "We do have a natural slope fairly close to the Centre so there is an opportunity for those who are in the area and wish to slope soar.” unquote Anyone know where this existing slope is? I'm surprised that, if there is a usable slope "fairly close" to the centre, Manny didn't just say "Oh but there IS a slope available already..........or am I just being difficult - again? Breaking News!!!!!!! Munch197 is ahead of me, and my slow typing, on this, so IS it Borough Hill?.......... Regards Pete BARCS1702
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Burrough hill I assume by this? As its only 12 miles down the road. For anyone interested it's NW or SW and good amount of rotor on landing.
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That’s not slope soaring, though. Neither is this. Way off thread both of you! In other news, I’ve heard from Manny Williamson ( BMFA), who says: “The artificial slope looks like an interesting idea but I am not sure it would be a viable at the National Centre due to cost and utilisation, however, we are always open to ideas, particularly where there is a good case and supporting evidence/groundwork. We do have a natural slope fairly close to the Centre so there is an opportunity for those who are in the area and wish to slope soar.” I take this as an invitation to make a proper case if we think it is worth proceeding.
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No probs
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Brushless motor and lipo John, no slope required....
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At least you guys are in the same country as your gliders...!! I'm back home next weekend, so expect rain and high winds
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Down a bit to 38.16s in R9 at WWL5, 17/3/2019 on Mickeys, West, with Freestyler 4. Cheers.
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Hi, i'm Gianmaria from Italy … remember me? i would like to come there, unfortunaly i'm alone i have the same problem, is there possibility to be catch from Stansted on friday and obviosly to bring back on sunday, iwas thinking to camping on field is it possible like last time? is there a minimum limit of pilots until to confim a competition? thanks a lot Gianmaria
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Blind bling !! Very creative Brett, nice.
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Reserve Date for eSoaring or F5J Competition. Scores Count towards BARCS ELG League Venue is Wetlands Sutton Cum Lound, Lower Lound Road, Retford DN22 8SB CD Mike Procter. See eSoaring Forum for entry details. Reserve Date Sunday 13th October
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BMFA Midland Region eSoaring Comp. Counts towards BARCS ELG League. CD Cliff Hannam cliffsunnycrest@aol.com.. See eSoaring.net for entry list A £7.00 entry fee is payable at sign in. NB: The launch height for our comps remains at 175m RESERVE DATE 13th October at Fish Meadow
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eSoaring Competition . Scores Count towards BARCS ELG League Venue is Wetlands Sutton Cum Lound, Lower Lound Road, Retford DN22 8SB CD Mike Procter. See eSoaring Forum for entry details. Reserve Date Sunday 22nd September
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BMFA Midland Region eSoaring Comp. Counts towards BARCS ELG League. CD Cliff Hannam cliffsunnycrest@aol.com.. See eSoaring.net for entry list A £7.00 entry fee is payable at sign in. NB: The launch height for our comps remains at 175m RESERVE DATE 22nd September at Fish Meadow
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eSoaring Competition . Scores Count towards BARCS ELG League Venue is Wetlands Sutton Cum Lound, Lower Lound Road, Retford DN22 8SB CD Mike Procter. See eSoaring Forum for entry details. Reserve Date Sunday 8th September
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BMFA Midland Region eSoaring Comp. Counts towards BARCS ELG League. CD Cliff Hannam cliffsunnycrest@aol.com.. See eSoaring.net for entry list A £7.00 entry fee is payable at sign in. NB: The launch height for our comps remains at 175m RESERVE DATE 18th August at Fish Meadow
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F5j Competition . Scores Count towards BARCS ELG League Venue is Wetlands Sutton Cum Lound, Lower Lound Road, Retford DN22 8SB CD Mike Procter. See eSoaring Forum for entry details. Reserve Date Sunday 4th August
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F5j Competition . Scores Count towards BARCS ELG League Venue is Wetlands Sutton Cum Lound, Lower Lound Road, Retford DN22 8SB CD Mike Procter. See eSoaring Forum for entry details. Reserve Date Sunday 21st July
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Reserve Date for eSoaring or F5J Competition. Scores Count towards BARCS ELG League Venue is Wetlands Sutton Cum Lound, Lower Lound Road, Retford DN22 8SB CD Mike Procter. See eSoaring Forum for entry details. Reserve Date Sunday 30th June
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