That photo is worth the entire build!
I used to slope up Makakilo on Oahu. Been away for 3 years now.. Your slope spot and flying pics made me realize it's been too long. Awsome Build!!!

David

Good job, flyer!  Your slope site is beautiful, but looks quite rugged if you have to go down hill to retrieve.  Would love to see more video, especially if the wind improves.

I began to look closely at a small unstart for light-flat field flying..I really like the vintage look in the sky..

guamflyer

Glad you've had so much success with this glider.  Well done.  I look forward to videos of your longer flights.
Sky9pilot

Thanks Much everyone..always glad to share ideas.. The vintage sailplanes always appealed to me alot as well..

I could've used smaller servos ,but could'nt wait for it to get here.lol.
I think in a place with lighter winds and a small bungee, the Slingsby could thermal nicely. sometimes alittle mass on a small bird helps to penetrate turbulent air..Testament to the design itself.
make sure that you got plenty throw on rudder as the wing span increased to 40" needs alittle more push.
it corrects expectedly with 1.75 dihedral each side and wants to flatten into glide. even with the bronco ride maiden..lol..I could see the flight potential with focus on controlling the aircraft and response..very positive.
for a design such as this one..
I have considered building the vintage type sailplanes in this size before but only got to it now..
I'll be revisiting some plans stashed of the vintage stuff I like alot..
The gullwing birds might be problematic as it would need to fly slightly faster..maybe..and need more area...Gosh then again..why not anyways..
one pic of servo bay..simple.basic..battery in front..rx in back..all close together..
the minute I have video..will share

              guamflyer  ..ken

guamflyer, when you are able to take some flight photos please share with us.

bob

Very nice job!  She looks good in the air!
Sky9pilot