WHAT: South Bay Soaring Society April Thermal Contest

When: Sunday, April 30, 2017 (Rain Date:May 7)

WHERE: Brigantino Field, Hollister, CA

Pilots meeting is 9:15 so we are going to be starting to set up by 8:30.

NOTE: If you need transportation to the back of the field where we will be flying, please let us know since only 4 vehicles are permitted inside the fence. We will try provide a shuttle, if needed.

ROUNDS: 4

CLASSES: OPEN (expert (e), sportsman (s), fledgling (f))

RES (e,s,f)

Nostalgia/Nostalgia Like (e.g. Vista) limited to 3 functions

Electric Thermal Duration (ETD)

COST: $10.00 per class (correct change appreciated)

For LSF compatibility: All pilots will fly the same tasks (5, 9,12 and 14 min) in order. Pilots will be broken into groups without regard for class. Each group will fly MoM style. We will use a fly one-time one mode of operation.

DIRECTIONS: Take 101 south past Gilroy to Hwy 156. Take 156 East toward Hollister. When 156 turns Northward, follow signs toward Hollister (right turn). Field is on the right about 1 mile further on.

The weather looks good perhaps a bit hot but the contest is on. We will be setting up around 8:30 so if you want a ride in meet by the gate by 8:25. A hand setting up is always appreciated

Bring extra water, a plane and $10 and come out and join us.
-tim

Beautiful day. 7 contestants. Spotty lift.

Open Expert:
1. Rich Spicer
2. Bob Smith
3. Don McCullough

RES Expert:
1. Bob Brown

RES Sportsman:
1, Peter Rasmussen