Low Airtimers and Pilots just out to have fun

Post by **colin keightley** » Tue Feb 10, 2015 9:49 pm

Low Airtimers and Pilots just out to have fun, two questions for you guy's.

Q1. If we made a Task Book to help build experience or even just give you something to aim for, what would you like to see in it.

Q2. Would you pay £3 for such a book that was 24 pages long.

Louis Dev · Post by **Louis Dev** » Wed Feb 11, 2015 7:19 pm

I need some type of goal so I can improve my free flying experience.
I just seem to bimble along.
£3 is nothing these days.

Gordon C · Post by **Gordon C** » Fri Feb 13, 2015 6:20 pm

cheers colin, good idea,
as you said the aim been to build experience, what would I like to see in it,
* goals to aim for, what's possible pushing out front of the hill, triangle's to
aim for.
* how far can you ridge run in either direction and the hazards that may be
encountered on route and the best way round them.
* going over the back of the hill, reference points to look out for, areas to
avoid that may not be marked on a map.
* bail out points, what grumpy farms to avoid if possible.
*hints and tips on getting back

what to pay for such a book!
£3 is a bargain, would that even cover costs,
£5 could cover costs and put a bit in club funds
£10 could cover costs and make a donation to a charity (air ambulance)

could be a lot of work, all the best

Post by **colin keightley** » Fri Feb 13, 2015 7:19 pm

I have priced up getting a 24 page booklet with 250gsm Gloss card cover and 125gsm silk internal pages A5 and for a run of 20 booklets it works out £2.86 each I think.

Post by **colin keightley** » Mon Feb 16, 2015 6:38 pm

Come on Guy's I cant help but feel there is a lack of interest, its a bit hard to get motivated when only a couple of people show interest. Thanks to those who have posted already I will keep your comments in mind.

AngusB · Post by **AngusB** » Tue Feb 17, 2015 1:56 am

Alright Colin, keep yer knickers on...some of us have been busy wooing our lovelies & building up brownie points to ensure getting out on the good days...did Julie get a card or have you been too busy with silky internal paper?

Joking aside it's a great idea & you have my support.
I think Gordon has pretty much got it covered.
I'm hoping to get into some bigger flights this year so whatever can help with flying away from the ridge to hunt for thermals & get things going.
I'm planning on more trips to the Lakes & Dales for a push in the XC direction but more for fun & experience than competition.

Sad Northerner · Post by **Sad Northerner** » Tue Feb 17, 2015 12:58 pm

I'm thinking about it Colin and will hopefully to catch up with you sometime for a chat.

Ali

bill-scott · Post by **bill-scott** » Wed Feb 18, 2015 9:41 am

I really think this is a great idea Colin keep the price low people are tight

as for what to put in it you might get a better response if you ask for ideas one site at a time
might also make it easier for yourself to do the job in bite size chunks