Thanks again for a well thought out and reasoned reply. The one facility here in Bozeman MT has both a 2-33 and a duo discus that they can use for training. Right now that is the way I’m leaning: schedule a week off and drive the 4hrs or so and take the lessons there untilim competent in the “glass ship”.

You may also see a new post in the future from me regarding what is needed to get a glider club up and running. :-)