Doug Snyder wrote:
Spring is coming and I hope to begin making XC flights soon. I am a low
time pilot flying in the (US) Southeast. I have essentially zero XC
experience. My local club is very supportive of XC flight and I expect
to have the from both instructors and mentors.

I'd like some recommendations on good books that may help. I've heard
of Reichmann's book but have also heard that it will be over my head
initially if not for some time to come. Any other suggestions and
sources ?

Thanks,
Doug
(flying an LS4... If you want to fly a PW5 that's OK with me.)

Chapter 23 (in my 2nd addition) "Off Field Landings" in Tom Knauff's
"Glider Basics from Solo to License". I think this is available as a
separate pamphlet as well.
If you don't get too wrapped up in the math for now, Reichmann's book is
very good. Digest the basics, then re-read for the theory later. It
makes more sense to me each time I pick it up.

Shawn