Thread: L/D ?
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Old June 16th 06, 03:17 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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David Kinsell wrote:

I guess he looks really brave and smart to some people -- right
up to when he augers in. Then that 20-20 hindsight that some
people have so much of kicks in, and then they'll think, "Hey,
maybe that wasn't so bright after all".


Unless, of course, he _doesn't_ auger in. But then, everyone does,
eventually, operating at the bleeding edge.

Going beyond the expectations of we middle-of-the-roaders is essential
for progress. I suppose you could say that 20-20 hindsight comes from
having your head up your ass, but then you wouldn't be the first.


Jack