I am very happy to resume my hang gliding adventures. It has been well over a year since I crashed on the backside of Kagel and by the time I healed from cracked ribs and a broken collar bone I had no job, no vehicle, and no money. Now that things are getting better again I reinstated my USHPA and SHGA memberships as well as glider storage at the LZ.
I went into this sport fully accepting all risks so I am not going to tell you that this experience was a huge wake up call, it was not. It was not a surprise either. It was however a vivid reminder to pay fucking attention! I had no business enjoying the scenery behind me, that's what got me into trouble to begin with. Always pay attention to what the ground is doing, right?
One of my goals is to fly XC and with proper guidance I will acquire the skills to do so. This week I will be at dockweiler to practice my take off and landing technique and Jonathan was talking to me about the loop at CSS, which will be open again in a few weeks according to Rob McKenzie.
I am looking forward to flying with you again.
