On Sunday, 16 February 2020 12:30:04 UTC+2, Paul T wrote:
"Gliding Safety" by Derek Piggott, A&C Black (1991) page 109.
Std Libelle not recommended for "inexperienced pilots", e.g., unless
you've already made a few field landings and are an "above average"
pilot.

I would recommend Std.Libelle to any inexperienced pilot. Just fly it close to the airfield for few dozen hours, practice side slip and short landings.. Then you are not inexperienced anymore. The glider itself is pleasant to fly and not dangerous at all. Most glass ship from 60's had weak airbrakes, you learn to adjust your landing pattern accordingly after few flights. I dont understand what's the deal with avoiding some types because you can not do anything you want right away without any training or practise.