Southern Winter League F3F 2020-21

[Allen Elliott 39]

Let just hope we get the numbers

There is a risk of some light showers at the mo

[Nigel_W 171]

I'm currently clarifying interest and keeping an eye on direction forcasts.  Will post by 8pm this evening.

[Allen Elliott 39]

The Man from Southern Hang Glider, he say yeah.

Bo Peep good to go, if we get the numbers and weather. back to you Nige

[Allen Elliott 39]

Looks like rain now

[Nigel_W 171]

Hi all, due to differing forecasts on various weather sites (BBC, XC, Metcheck) we will make the call by lunchtime tomorrow.  It does seem likely that the slope would be BoPeep.  The wind may be light, and swing through the day, and there may be some rain/drizzle on the hill.

The current clear entries that I have are below.  If any of you do not fancy the look of the forecast given the travelling involved, please let me know by 10am tomorrow, as numbers will influence the decision.

• Allen
• Nigel
• William
• Graeme
• John M
• Pete B
• JP
• Tony R

[JohnM 0]

Have to admit, i'm thinking there might be better opportunities for my first meeting, don't want to be the one that stops it happening though.

[Nigel_W 171]

Thanks John, you definitely need to enjoy your first event, not find it a chore.  I too was not keen on this evening's forecast which is why we've given it another day.

We'll see if it gets much better tomorrow for the final call.

[Nigel_W 171]

Having consulted with Graeme and JP, the forecast has continued to be too iffy for an F3F, given the travelling involved for some of us, so this event is being called off.

[Pete Burgess 173]

Correct call especially as they (BBC TV) are now forecasting fog for Sunday

Thanks to all those who tried to get us a comp. 

[oipigface 1,482]

16 hours ago, JohnM said:

Have to admit, i'm thinking there might be better opportunities for my first meeting, don't want to be the one that stops it happening though.

The Woollyback in Wales on the 27th (or 26th) will probably be your next opportunity. I’m just about to post the final details.

[oipigface 1,482]

1 hour ago, Nigel_W said:

Having consulted with Graeme and JP, the forecast has continued to be too iffy for an F3F, given the travelling involved for some of us, so this event is being called off.

I’ve spent the last few days debating with myself whether it’s worthwhile to go to all that way for a one day event, so thanks Nigel. I can stop now.

[William 30]

2 hours ago, Nigel_W said:

Having consulted with Graeme and JP, the forecast has continued to be too iffy for an F3F, given the travelling involved for some of us, so this event is being called off.

Thanks for trying to run it Nigel

[Nigel_W 171]

Just a quick note to say the southern winter league event planned for 3rd Jan will not be going ahead due to the national coronavirus situation. 

 

[Ian F3F 89]

A huge shame Nigel.  Not for the lack of trying or hoping I know!