Gliderport Dress Code

On Apr 1, 6:53*pm, wrote:
Ridge Soaring Gliderport Dress Code

We began the gliderport 34 years ago. During this time, we have seen a
large variety of apparel worn by glider pilots and crew.

Considering the value of the gliders being flown; the trailers,
equipment and types of vehicles being driven, we believe it is
important for visiting glider pilots to demonstrate the class of
individual represented.

Golf courses require a dress code, and it is fitting for glider pilots
to exhibit similar standards.
We have often been embarrassed by glider pilots attire when we go to
local restaurants in the evening.

Sneakers will no longer be tolerated. Black or Brown leather shoes are
the standard and they must be clean and polished.

Long pants with a crease are required for males. No loud colors or
patterns. Shorts of any kind are not permitted.

Women may wear dresses as long as the hem is at least to the knee.

Shirts shall be long sleeve. No loud colors or patterns. Typical
banned shirts include those with large prints of gliders on the front
or back. Shirts must have a collar.

It is now required for pilots to wear protection while assembling
their gliders to prevent grease stains on their clothing. A single
color apron (blue) is suitable for this purpose.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Tom,

you forgot to mention that all pilots visiting Ridge Soaring are
expected from now on to sip their cold refreshments quietly and with
their pinky spread and loud 'high-five's' in public after an
exceptional ridge flight are fround upon.

Uli Neumann
Libelle 'GM'