On Feb 7, 1:50*pm, Frank wrote:
I'm curious what others are using for inter-thermal cruise speeds for
modern 15m (and 18m I guess) gliders like the Ventus 2bx, Ventus 2cx,
ASW-27, ASG-29, Diana 2, etc (add models as necessary).

Here in the U.S. we have been moving toward cruise speeds much lower
than would normally be dictated by using straight McReady settings,
but how low is too low?

I've also been flying a V2bx & V2cxt in Condor a lot, and cruise
speeds there are all over the map, from 90kt to 125kt (fully
ballasted) in the same race/weather conditions, with varying results.

Any thoughts?

TIA,

Frank (TA)

The speed that gets you to the next acceptable thermal without hitting
the ground. Seems obvious
but each day we have to find a rythym that accomplishes this very
basic element.
I don't see the best pilots making drastic changes in how fast they
fly. This takes too much attention better applied to where to fly.
UH