Gary Emerson wrote:
Any other thinking as to a benefit in reducing spoiler just before the
flare?

a) Some gliders (not the Duo 8^) cause sufficient sink rate at full
extension to make for a rather firm arrival if not reduced.

b) Some gliders actuate the wheel brakes at full extension, and some
instructors are known to get overly concerned about generating a screech
and a nice puff of smoke.

Marc