I converted to sailplanes after flying HG for several years and power
for 1 or 2 years.

It was a pretty straightforward transfer of knowledge. The HG time
teaches all of the soaring bits about keeping landing options,
estimating glide ranges, knowing where lift and sink are likely. Of
course the pilot needs to re-calibrate to sailplane performance and
landing field size requirements. Some HG pilots are allready
experience aero-tow pilots. Learning stick and rudder is the main job
that the HG pilot should require.

Todd Smith
3S