Boxing day pylon race 2008

Results

1st    Dave Payne

2nd   Phil the fridge
3rd    Pete Godsell
4th   Andy Dunan
5th= John Bennett
        Peter Wolf
7th   Mike Brinkworth
8th   Andy George
 
Comp held on the the NE slope of Rodborough Common in a sunny but cold breeze.
 
3 rounds consisting of 3 flyers were held followed by a 4 model final.
 
Dave Payne had the fastest flight of 1min 20 secs for the 10 leg course.
Phil Fridge flew the 2nd fastest at 1 min 45 secs.
There were a few landings out midway thro` the course but relaunches were allowed. 
 
The usual variable flying conditions seemed to favour those with proper models, although Andy D did fly his Zagi.
 
Dave Payne used his Calypso, carefully landing it behind the slope by the football field.
Phil flew a Prodij and Pete G used his hand launch type Eliminator.
 
So, congrats to the winners and those who reached the final. Thanks also to all the timers & flaggers.
 
I just need to find the SCSA Boxing Day Trophy so it can be properly presented to Dave !
 

 

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Pete launches his Eliminator

Pete giving the briefing 

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Phil trying to catch his ProdiJ

Lauching

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Pete and Andy launching their Zagis

Dave's Calypso

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Andy identifies his model to the flaggers

The start 

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The prize giving, who has the trophy?

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