On May 27, 12:26*pm, Brad wrote:
I haven't flown in any contests yet, but I'm
wondering................to be safe and competent, how many hours or
flights would be prudent to have under my belt before I went out and
flew my first contest of the season?

Thanks,
Brad

Brad,
You missed the perfect opportunity. We had a GREAT DustUp Contest at
Ephrata for newbies and oldbies.
All the contest trimmings but with a relaxed attitude.
Great fun!
Heinz