Are any other Libelle fliers having difficulty extending the spoilers. Mine have become very stiff, sometimes requiring two hands to unlock.

After the definitive spanking these two new models gave to the previously dominant ASG-29, there has to be a superiority. So, what is it? (And yes, the pilot matters...but look at the results in 18m Worlds competition)

How often should the mylar be redone on a horizontal stab/elevator? The glider is always stored indoors in its trailer,and everything looks fine with the factory installed tapes, etc. There is sometimes a quiet air sound that changes pitch with elevator deflection especially when cold.

Anyone know where I can get some of the T35 gelcoat here in the states that DG finished my LS-10 with? I am told there are alternatives but would really rather use the original stuff if I could get it. Thanks, John Bojack

I have two of the modern (wide) version with the triangle reflector in perfect shape. Anyone needing one (or two)? J4

This subject has been discussed over the years a number of times but I want to make sure an important item is covered. It has briefly been noted on the ASW 27 / ASG 29 group. I have a '29, manufactured in 2012 and from day one the canopy has not been what I felt as safe in the up/open position. ...

Like about 300 US Blanik L-13 sailplane owners, I have a ship that will probably never fly again. Just trying to find out what other owners are doing with their hangar queens. I know of one where the owners took it apart, separating the aluminum from the steel for sale to metal recyclers. From...

Question: The Seniors contest was held in FL a few weeks ago employing rules to reduce group gatherings and attempts to maintain social distancing. Just for informational purposes, has there been any reports of any of the contestants, crews, organizational people, volunteers, etc., being tested...

Will a US Sailplane supply business carry this calendar? Knauff & Grove has been my source in the past but so far does not list it. Boise, ID

Annual Mackay, ID Regatta at U62 airport, tows will be available from July 16 through July 26. mountain and valley flying. O2 - refills are not available nearby, Spot or equivalent required. FLARM STRONGLY recommended. Limited options for RV or motels so reservations so suggest making them...

Greg Mecklenburg has written two articles regarding the story of three Blanik L-13's that have been to the Blanik factory in the Czech Republic and back to correct the world wide grounding 2010 AD in SOARING Magazine. In the most recent issue of the magazine there was a Letter to The Editor asking...

Looking for examples of L-13 tow out gear. Has anyone designed and or constructed equipment to facilitate towing a L-13, 13ac, or 23 behind a vehicle? Now that I have mine flying again I am looking for a way to move it around the airport by myself. Boise Pilot

Short summary of the 2018 Mackay, ID regatta held from July 23 to July 29. Yes we did get smoked out by the CA, OR, NV and ID fires which cut the event short by 6 days. BUT the days we flew were awesome. -Total number of participants: 13 ( not all were there for the full term) -Makeup of ships: 7...

Looking for a contact with someone who has information regarding a group from the Boulder, CO area planning on going to Nephi, UT in the next few weeks. Would like to know the dates of their trip and how many gliders and tow planes. Thanks Tom Boise, ID

First tow on Monday, July 25th last tow on Sunday, Aug.8th. Space available for more ships needing tows. Come for the entire time or part. Last year in 45 launches we flew over 10,000 miles. Mountain/Valley thermals with a wave window. Contact via this source or you can get my contact off the...

Quick recap of this year's event held 7/26 through 8/7/2015 Max number of pilots/sailplanes: 9 including one motor glider Total tows: 47 including two relights when the White Knob Mt. side of the valley died... Total distance flown: 17,200 km (One pilot does not post on OLC) Longest flight: 712...

For those that have done the CN II software and hardware upgrade your OLC claims will indicate a bad file. CN is going through the re-certification process with OLC and others. According to Gary K. the calls have been made to OLC but he is unsure how long it will take. Boise, ID

XC Skies worked earlier today but is now not opening. Anybody know what the problem is? Boise, ID

When I try to go to the second page of any of the classifieds I get an error message "this connection is untrusted". Is anyone else experiencing this. Only started a few days ago. Boise, ID

I would like to hear-direct- from any pilots who have used the West Yellowstone, WY airport for soaring flights. I am particularly interested in airport facilities, airport procedures and acceptability for multiple aero tow launches. What are the soaring conditions like? Time of year you were...