On Monday, July 1, 2013 5:42:10 PM UTC-5, wrote:
Why did Chip give up, and go home at the 15 meter Nationals? He let a lot of people down.

Safety and good decision-making must always come before considerations of victory in competition soaring. Chip did the absolutely best thing for himself. There will always be another chance for the DuckHawk to strut it's stuff.

Tim McAllister
CD 2013 Hobbs 15m/Open/R9 Sports Contest