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May 7th 04, 12:19 AM
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On Fri, 16 Apr 2004 16:46:48 GMT, "Bill Daniels"
wrote: Soaring does take "skill, ability, and perseverance." as well as other rare traits. Maybe that makes it "elitist" - if so, so be it. Maybe we should take a cue from the US Marine Corp Recruiters and look for a "Few Good Men and Women". Soaring will never be "everymans" hobby. Bill Daniels Bill, As usual much, good sense here. In Australia the GFA (Gliding Federation of Australia) promotes soaring as being safe, cheap and suitable for anyone. Is it any wonder the retention rate is pathetic when people find out it is none of these? Mike Borgelt 
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