With sunshine showing further to the west and the breeze picking up we headed to Sennen Cove for some hill soaring and Tandems. Arriving whilst things were still a little scratchy we got the kit out in preparation and waited for things to improve. Regular teasing of the air on the Paraglider kept us in touch and finally things began to improve.
Kaz comes in after testing the air and just look at that sky, and those socks ...
Jim D and Martin L both came along to have a look at the hill awaiting their Hang Gliding conversions but with long breaks from flying neither were keen to give it a go.
The tandem passengers arrived with Gavin C on the Hanger whilst James N (St Agnes), Launa and Paul D (Torquay) ready for anything! With it becoming nicely soarable James got hooked to the tandem Pg and we were soon off the hill and in the air. Conditions proved to be a bit on the light lift side and we hung on in there getting a good view of the pill box at regular intervals. With some nice clouds coming the lift soon improved and we climbed nicely up and away seeing us move off to fly over the village.
touch down and more socks
We had a super time with James lapping it up and really appreciating just how stunning Sennen Cove is. Back on the ground and it was Launa's turn but with the wind picking up as forecast we opted for the Hangy. By the time we were briefed and clipped in guess what, the wind eased again so it was all change and into the Paraglider.
Launa had a cracking flight and to say she loved every second would be an understatement, best thing she has ever done, well sorry about that Paul!! In super conditions Launa got to fly the glider and did a fine job of it too before we cam in for our top landing to round off an amazing experience.
The wind continued to play around and we got Paul all set to go on the Paraglider but just as we set out up came the wind again. Once more it was all change so we took the opportunity to pop Gavin C into the Hangy and off we went for a fun fly as the sun began to get lower in the sky. Cruising the ridge a group of youngsters having a BBQ gave us a cheery wave and offered us a burger and beer as we went by! Top landing back by the cars Gavin was re acquainted with Rachel who had bought the voucher as a birthday present back in January.
Big clouds inland and hidden socks
Conditions were again on the move so we decided to pop Paul's flight on hold and with a good forecast for tomorrow we kept our fingers crossed.
A long afternoon but so good to fly with such super people and thank you guys and gals for your patience
Quote of the day "probably the best, not definitely the best" thats someone who is having a good time :))
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