Flush with the joy of getting back on a slope after weeks of rain on the 14th Feb, we ventured back to Firle today in the hope of a repeat performance.
Five members made the trip. Nick V, toting his Extreme and Elininator. Mark J, armed with a Magnus, a MiniQ and Wildthing, Paul, packing a Dammit and a Minivec, Robin A with his modified Lidl and his Salto and Martin J with a Coyote and Agressor.
We all arived around 10.30 and initially conditions were very favourable with the windsock (Thanks Nick) horizontal in a steady 15mph northerly and although chilly, the sun provided some welcome warmth on our backs.
Pauls MiniVec crossing the slope
Nick launches Robins Robins Salto
Robins very tidy modified Lidl which flew well in the light conditions
Nicks Extreme
Unfortunatley as lunchtime drew near the lift decreased and the wind sock sagged to the grass. Everyone agreed though that it was a good outing and hopefully with better weather not far away will be repeated soon.
A note on the Slope Soaring Sussex "winter collection"
Frequently seen and very much in vogue this season on the downs in the colder weather is the nylon onesie (motorcycle rain suit) with three members sporting colourful variations and commenting how effective they are keeping the wind out.
Nick with a fetching black and yellow "Hi Viz" number while Paul favouring Black and Red topped off with a Canadian fur hat. Martin and Robin, traditionally opting for the jacket and shiver ensemble.
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