Alternative to the the world class - the club class of course. The UK nationals
this year have at least 3 ex world champions competing. They are over
subscribed with a large waiting list. What other class, including the world
class, can you compete in at the highest level for so little. A typical
competative glider such as a 201 Libelle, ASW19 or DG 101can be bought for 12k
to 15k UKP complete with chute, instruments etc
The same level of interest is evident in all parts of the world except the USA