Hi y'all in US-Gliderland, are the location and dates for the 2013 SSA convention already fixed? Looking at the SSA web-site, it still shows the info for the 2012 convention in Reno. Thx, 'GM'

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Hi guys, I have a 1986 Komet trailer for sale in good condition although it has some cosmetic issues that would take about 3 days to correct. It has stored in a hanger the past few years. It had an Asw20 in it. The price goes up if I fix them. If your interested . NJ/NY

Here is an interesting thought to ponder...for Tow Pilots who would like to practice towing procedures and wish to build hours towards working for the airlines, how about offering free tows to glider pilots? I would be more than happy to help you out by flying the glider that you tow...someone has...

The drop down menu for Period on the OLC web site permits selection of years 2007 through 2013. I think there were OLC flights prior to 2007. Am I correct? If so, how can one access those earlier years to see what flights were done? -John

Coming soon to an airspace near you... http://www.indiegogo.com/robotdragonfly

Reading the latest Rules Committee meeting minutes I see item number 14 slips a "tax" in the rules. $50 charge by waiver for any contest pilot showing up without a crew. Note it is $50 PER DAY! This was not included in the pilot poll, we currently have a sanctioning fee surplus, the minutes...

Looking to get a glider transported from Denver to Boston sometime in the next month. I realize weather could be an issue. Trailer is a cobra in great condition. Dan Mac 781-710-4660

As of December 22, 2012 we have 5 slots still open and 9 slots open for auditors (duo rides and ground school only.) They are filling up quick. We will maintain a waiting list with a short call notice in the event of a participant dropping out at last minutes notice. We are honored to have some...

Compaq Aero 1520 good/very good condition, fully functional at last use, protective slip case, stylus, 16mb compact flash card, desktop charger base and cables, and original box/packaging, new backup battery (battery door hinge is broken, but piece of scotch tape will adequately secure door). $50...

Merry Christmas to all! I wish I had a self-launcher... The view from my living room windows: https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B56GTWPvapkqSzdiSlgwbHpvNGM/edit

....from an unusual camera angle, courtesy of NASA and Gizmodo: http://img.gawkerassets.com/post/4/2012/12/158209273.jpg Gizmodo thinks the mountain is blowing off steam, but that hasn't happened in several centuries.

Just this once, I would like to introduce to you our new company, specialising in glider-related products, called Of Course Ltd. You may have seen our banner ad above, or you can check out the website on www.ofcourseltd.com These products have essentially been evolved by glider pilots, for...

Last week, after complaining about split finger tips, two of the guys at the airport recommended, and swore by, a product called "Working Hands". They told me I could get it at the hardware store so I stopped by the store on the way home and got a can. It comes in a round, green plastic can...

Friends of Clarence See.. Clarence passed away peacefully this evening at the age of 90.75. He will be missed deeply, he touched many people in his lifetime, especially the Soaring community. The family asks you remember him in your thoughts. They will be having a memorial service sometime in...

Hi, The new book, "Sky Full of Heat" by Sebastian Kawa has arrived. I have them in stock. http://www.cumulus-soaring.com/books/Kawa/SkyFullOfHeat.htm Good Soaring, Paul Remde Cumulus Soaring, Inc.

Anybody know how to reinstall Windows on a Vertica V2? TIA, Tim

This month's issue is packed (PACKED I say!) with high quality material. Major Kudos to all contributors!

My Speed Astir's wings show a considerable amount of waviness at the spar caps and every rib. There also appears to have been some repair work on a leading edge, and the profile is noticeably NOT the same as the other wing. I have Compufoil Pro, which will outpout CNC mill files for...

Hi, The exciting new LXNAV V3 variometers arrived in my stock today. You can see details and order he http://www.cumulus-soaring.com/lxnav.htm#LXNAV-V3 Happy Holidays, Paul Remde Cumulus Soaring, Inc.