>Gliders trace graceful arcs across the skies of central South Island on the occasion of the >Grand Prix, thrilling the crowds of visitors with the skill and daring of competitive gliding.

graceful arcs = skill & daring???

let's use the most exciting international gliding event to sell gentle
trial lessons. DUH!

Why is gliding so fixated on being boring?

(This seems to be a press release as it's on lots of the sites if you
google for the grand prix!)