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Old April 11th 21, 01:19 PM posted to rec.aviation.soaring
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Default Purists are from Pluto, Motorgliderists are from Mars - #2

On Sunday, April 11, 2021 at 12:10:18 AM UTC-4, Eric Greenwell wrote:
Eric Greenwell wrote on 4/10/2021 8:32 PM:
I guess being in the Kuiper belt is not that bad. I guess us purist have a distinct habit of
staying away from home. I guess next year we will name or gathering the Kuiper Safari.


Don't read too much into the Pluto part: I just wanted some alliteration - Pluto/Purist,
Mars/Motorglider. :^)

I suggest "Kuiper Kamp" to keep the alliteration going.
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Do I think that having or not having an engine is a predictor of piloting skills or testosterone levels? No, absolutely not. Do I think that having an engine provides a significant advantage in scoring OLC points? Absolutely, Yes. I have nothing against motor gliders, particularly the self launching variety,(I would like to own one except for the expense) but you have to admit that the sustainers have only one purpose and that is to save a flight that would otherwise end in landing out. How can anyone deny that this is a huge psychological advantage on the average OLC flight where there is nothing at stake but bragging rights. Bottom line, motor gliders should compete against motor gliders on OLC.