xc speed
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- March 10, 2026
For many pilots, cross-country soaring feels like a series of stop-and-go manoeuvres: glide, find a thermal, circle until you’re high enough, and repeat. While effective, this "classic" style can feel mechanical & also risky if you push it too low. If you want to transform your flying into a fluid, rhythmic dance, see your average speeds skyrocket, then it’s time to embrace the Dolphin Style of flight.
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- December 16, 2020
Prior Preparation Prevents Poor Performance, SkySight is the tool that I use for this. A beautifully thought out & well-developed weather forecasting web-based application put together by Australian, Matthew Scutter. With excellent customer service & constant development, this is a one-stop-shop for your daily weather & task planning needs.
SkySight over other forecasting tools is its simplicity, ease