ποΈ New Zealand has various types of ridges, including coastal ridges, mountain ridges, and the Kaimo range.
π¬οΈ Westerly winds in New Zealand make ridge soaring favorable, especially along the mountain ranges.
βοΈ Ridge soaring provides reliable lift for gliding, particularly on the nursery slopes of the main ridges.
π¬οΈ The wind accelerates and becomes faster on the ridges.
π Flying perpendicular to the ridge face is ideal, with higher altitudes being less turbulent.
β°οΈ Valleys and bowls on the ridge create wind traps that force the wind up and over.
βοΈ Cloud bases and air stability affect ridge flying conditions.
π¬οΈ Different wind speeds can be experienced at different altitudes.
πͺ Pressure waves and wave bars can form in front of the ridge.
π¬οΈ The proximity to the ridge affects the roughness of the flying experience.
π¬οΈ Understanding wind patterns is crucial for ridge soaring.
π¨ Westerly winds behind a front can create challenges with rain showers.
ποΈ The terrain, including mountains and valleys, affects flying conditions.
βοΈ Clouds and thermals play a significant role in ridge flying.
β°οΈ Bowl-shaped terrains provide optimal conditions for soaring.
β Avoid areas with faster wind and limited lift.
π Coastal flying offers a lot of fun but requires careful navigation due to the influence of waves and different wind patterns.
ποΈ Ridge soaring on the West Coast provides steady and constant wind, allowing for low-level flying below a thousand feet for long distances.
πͺ Optimizing flying on the ridge in car mice involves avoiding uncertain areas and using racing techniques for efficient navigation.
ποΈ The main challenge in ridge soaring is figuring out how to efficiently get off the ridge and reach turn points.
πΊοΈ Identifying the streets and thermals is crucial for successfully pushing out into turn points.
π¬οΈ Climbing on high ridges and using streets for upwind travel is more effective than stopping to climb in thermals.
π The ridge soaring season in New Zealand lasts for about six months, with four good thermal months and additional days for cross-country flights.
ποΈ There is a growing promotion of cross-country flying among students in New Zealand, with videos and contests being used to encourage participation.
π¬οΈ Knowledge of the ridge and its hot spots is crucial for optimizing flying, and experience plays a significant role in making decisions on flying height and weather conditions.
β Rain showers can affect ridge soaring, with some showers creating dead patches of air and others having minimal impact depending on wind strength.
π― Ridge flying techniques are transferable to different locations, but understanding local wind patterns is crucial.
βοΈ The speaker shares their longest cross-country flights in Australia and New Zealand, highlighting the challenges and distances achieved.
π During the winter season, gliding activities are limited, but some clubs continue flying on good ridge days or focus on basic training.
π Cultural differences between gliding clubs in New Zealand and Australia are discussed, including the impact of international visitors on club dynamics.
π©ββοΈ Female representation in gliding is acknowledged as an area for improvement, with efforts being made to increase participation.
π°οΈ The speaker promotes a tracking site called Pure Trek, designed to keep track of aircraft in New Zealand, especially in areas with limited cell coverage.
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