That's a diverse lot, and includes some very nice handling gliders (from
what I've heard, since I've only flown one from your list). Since you've
listed both self-launchers and not, you must have other considerations
driving your decision too?

I narrowed down my choice to the 808B and 26E two years ago. The 26 won and
I've been happy with that decision. The 26e is a beutifully crafted machine,
as is all Schleicher stuff. Unfortunately the dollar / euro situation, along
with scarcity of 26's for sale, is keeping the used prices high.
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"NoSpam" wrote in message
...
I am trying to get honest and accurate information on the general handling
characteristics of a couple of 18 meter class sailplanes. Here is what I
am
interested in. I would appreciate some honest feedback, preferably backed
up by some experience in the sailplane that you would like to give
feedback
on, rather than rumor and "speculation"... Also, I am not a competition
pilot, and am more interested in leisure fun flying. Thus, all out speed
and climbing performance is not as important as handling characteristics
and
the "fun factor"...

I am most interested in:

* DG-808B
* Ventus-2c & Ventus-2cx
* ASH 26

and possibly:

* ASW 28-18 and 28 (15 m)
* LS8
* Discus 2 (15 M)
* ASW 27B

Your thoughts and feedback will be appreciated.

Thank you.

Cameron




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