My Whale (RHJ-8) is quite pleasant open cockpit.
I leave off the overhead canopy, but leave in place
the front and rear canopies. A bit drafty but lots
of fun. Sounds like ones ear is next to the towplane
exhaust on tow though.

Best Regards, Dave "YO"

(DL152279546231) wrote in message ...
What gliders were/are open cockpit? Baby Albatross?? or.....