Jono Richards wrote:

I know I am edging on the more expensive gliders, but
why not 'share' the glider with a partner, and get
something a bit sporty like a Discus, ASW24 or DG300/303?
Finding a partner who flies, say, during the week means
you save half the rice you would have to pay and still
get to fly it pretty much when you want.

That's a lot of rice!
My suggestion is to talk to the people in your area that fly these
ships. Lots more out there than 20s and Cirrii.

Shawn