On Thursday, January 12, 2012 5:24:20 PM UTC-5, db_sonic wrote:
... Watch out on high crosswind takeoffs but
I think that is true of other similarly configured SLGs.

Nope, Antares has no springs in tailwheel linkage and
heavy tail weight - this keeps tail firmly on ground
with very positive steering. Gliders with light tail
weight can be VERY challenging in cross-wind, and you
will need to advance throttle very slowly lest you
lift the tail and immediately turn into wind (and
thereby careen off the runway). Those gliders do keep
the repair shops busy tho...

IIRC 26 has heavy tail but does have springs; not
sure about xwind performance ?

Hope that helps,
Best Regards, Dave "YO electric"