Just to add my 2 cents, I am still occasionly using Chip's Wingmate
with my LS4 since I bought it over 6 years ago. It works great when you
need it, even if it looks somewhat unstable, it never failed. I still
prefer a helper if available as it is quicker and easier then using
wingmate, but especially for landouts, it is a very valuable tool.

Ramy (TG)


wrote:
No, I haven't re-started production of WingMate solo-assembly
wingstands (some day...when I have more time...or fewer
obligations/responsibilities). But while at Uvalde last week I was made
aware of one that is for sale in the Western U.S.

I built it for a Ventus (A,B,C) and it also fits Discus, ASW 24,
Libelle 201 & 301, SZD 55, and other gliders with similarly small
(i.e., narrow chord) wingtips. It would not fit ASW 19/20, LS 3/4/6/8,
etc., at least not without modifying the "cuff" that grips the wingtip.
The size of the wingtip cuff is the only difference among the various
WingMates sold over the years, by the way.

I was told this WingMate is in very good shape. Email me privately and
I'll put you in touch with the owner (jnbearden at aol.com for those of
you using newsreaders that mask email addresses; substitute the
appropriate symbol for "at"). I have no commercial interest in any
transaction arising out of this.

Chip Bearden
ASW 24 "JB"