On Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 10:59:45 AM UTC-5, Bob Pasker wrote:
as a glider pilot with some XC experience, and no contest experience,
I can you what keeps me from contests: there is no 'on ramp'.

Start by volunteering as crew for an experienced pilot.
You'll learn a lot about soaring as well as contests!

Also consider training camps (I believe there's one coming
up at Seminole after the Seniors).

Have fun!
Best Regards, Dave