On Friday, December 21, 2012 5:07:33 PM UTC-7, John Cochrane wrote:


I'm going to send "team flying" to soaring fairly soon, but I'm

curious to hear reaction from friends and the world of r.a.s. first.

That usually helps me to write better articles.



John Cochrane
John,
Did you know there is a bunch of interesting articles on that web link. OK seriously, thanks for posting, I never knew you have a website with all those articles. As far as the team stuff goes, and this is coming from a rank amateur, Im all for it. There was substantial mentoring going on at the last 2 contests I have been to (One even assigned mentors to all the beginners and those unfamiliar with the area) all before launching of course so whats the problem with getting some guidance in the air. You wouldn't want to see someone having their hand held around a course but I think some cooperation and concerted effort will add to the contest experience. Take a look at other forms of racing such as Nascar or NHRA Drag Racing and there is limited success without teamwork. I look forward to this.
Also, thanks for all the legwork and research on the 2012 contest safety article. Lets hope you don't have to write one for the 2013 season.
Best Holiday wishes to you and RAS