Parowan Safari
On Saturday, July 11, 2015 at 1:24:01 AM UTC-5, Ramy wrote:
I had the whole airport for myself at Parowan this week. Lots of OD earlier this week and than progressively better, with today being the best day with no OD.
I find it odd that Nephi is overbooked while Parowan is almost deserted. Soaring conditions and XC potential are very similar. John Templeton is now available full time to tow during each season (June-July) and is going to be available till the end of next week. So if you missed Nephi this year, it is not too late for Parowan. The forecast is looking great for next week. Give John a call if you plan to come.
Ramy
Thanks Ramy, exactly my sentiments. We had a total of 25 gliders at Parowan for the ASA camp, I was one of 5-6 pure gliders. Thorsten did his regular 3 flights 1000k and 1000 points on OLC during the 8 days he flew with us. We waited at most an hour or so for our tow (thanks Jon T.). On my flights this and last year I noticed that Parowan allows early starts and thermal activity close to sun-down. The one and only negative is the 04 take-off with the customary tail wind. But then, Jon will gladly tow you on 22 if you don't mind the taxi... Why 65 gliders preferred Nephi this year is a mystery.
Herb
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