At 12:35 29 June 2008, user wrote:

Both gliders are honest at the stall and will spin readily. The 1-26 is
easier to fly, but requires a well-refined Fiat complex to truly love.
1-36
also has exceptional dive brakes.

I know this wasn't part of the original question, but it might
be significant to someone considering buying one of these
gliders. With the 1-26, you have a great supporting
organization, and you can compete in it, with tasks that
are called with the 26's performance in mind. There are
generally some local contests within reach, plus the Big
Deal every year with the 1-26 Championships.

There really isn't much of a place for the 36 to race.
Sports class, I suppose, but it's going to be tough.
With the 1-26, it's head-to-head racing.

Jim Beckman (234, 664, 336, etc.)