A more difficult day to get away, forecast was for moderate thermals and relatively poor conditions. We all launched to the Gauche and spent a lot of time close to rocks trying to climb away in a succession of small bubbles that did not last long. The more successful got away to the local hills beyond and the hard work continued. It turned out to be an excellent learning experience as accurate thermalling close to the rocks was required along with the ability to read the terrain.
DaveT and Marco set out on cross country on foot and walked to the top of the Gauche and took photos of gliders up close and personal. Some samples below of 776 avoiding power lines and running the ridge. All in all a great learning day followed by a group dinner at G's place.
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