Handling characteristics of 18 (and 15) meter sailplanes???

Here are my opinions of the ones I've flown


* DG-808B
* Ventus-2c & Ventus-2cx
* ASH 26

and possibly:

* ASW 28-18 and 28 (15 m)
* LS8:

Best handling glider ever. An absolute joy to fly. A little
underruddered in 18m configuration, but not so much that it is
troublesome. Like most unflapped sailplanes, requires more skill to
land short. Drum brake is ineffective and the heel brakes are awkward
until you get used to them.

* Discus 2 (15 M)
* ASW 27B

Another excellent handler. Flaps allow short landings. Excellent glide
ratio at low speeds. If the LS-8 rates 98 for handling, the 27
deserves a 95.


Your thoughts and feedback will be appreciated.

Thank you.

Cameron




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