Another cracking day. We were hoping to go to Sant Pere de Rodes, but the forecast strong southerly wind put us off. Although the inland forecast was for more cloud, we headed to Santa Brigida. There were a few more locals today and we met up with Nani, Marc, Xevi and Oriol there. Erwan followed shortly after with Andy, Phil and Barney. It was sunny most of the day and nicely thermic. Everyone had a nice boat about, top landing sporadically for chats and breaks.

Erwan borrowed my glider, but I missed him stalling my wing. He’s a bit heavy on it and it was quite a sight, by all accounts. I was all for chasing him off the hill to do it again, but the lads had to go to the airport. We did lengthen my brake lines to see if it improves the glider handing. After saying our goodbyes to locals and foreigners, I flew again to test my brakes. I was all on my own and got into some sort of convergence/magic lift and could float out into the valley, climbing all the way and boat about without having to do anything but enjoy the views of the snow covered Pyrenees.

Today was the first time I wore all the clothes I usually wear when flying in the UK. Must be getting winter here…

See photos of today.

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