For the second time in a month, the race I was hoping to get to was cancelled and I've found myself on the slope flying. A couple of weeks ago it was on Whitesheet's north slope and yesterday I was with friends on the back of the wrecker. It s didn't take too long to remember that there's no such thing as bad weather- just the wrong clothing (I really hope Santa brings me some new boots!).
It was conditions that I would normally head to Mickies and avoid the back of the wrecker- where I have consistently performed badly in races. As I moved the Saker between different lines on the slope to find the fastest I was really glad that I had taken the plunge and flown.
Flying with other pilots doing similar runs and aims is always a great opportunity to chat about what is working and everyone get better and faster. With all the obvious observations that open turns maintained and helped to build speed, the Saker felt as if there was a step at which EM just feels so easy and natural.
Walking across snow covers grass is never fun and my landings left something to be desired, twice I managed too spear the Saker into the ground with some very positive approaches. Each time there was no more damage than wiping away the dirt.
A cold but fun day with some excellent company.
No comments:
Post a Comment