I finished in the middle of the pack this time, learning even more about Dunlap and some of its unforgiving ways. Ironically, I was one of the only two to make goal on one of the hardest days with Canadian pilot Nicole McLearn, and managed to dirt when many made goal on others. I was even in the top 3 at goal on a nearly 80 mile task won by Josh then Dave (not in comp) me, Dean and Rob. I flew with Bill Hughes for the last stretch and we were a great team. Unfortunately, he fell out the bottom and landed a few km short. Nice effort Bill.
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| Josh, Bill, Dean and Rob from Left to Right on the 78 mile journey lasting nearly 6 hours. |
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| Rob, Dean Marty, Josh and Dave Turner at Goal. |
Yesterday made it official that I will be on the USA Team going to compete at the World Championship in Bulgaria July 13-26th this year! It has been a dream of mine for many years, and I am very grateful for the opportunity.
Donations and sponsors are still needed to fund the US Teams. Your tax deductible donation can be made here:
http://www.usparaglidingteam.org/index.html
The Rat Race is next, and I look forward to flying with friends new and old, and honing my skills before the big event.
