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Old 06-20-2009, 08:44 PM   #1
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Just got back from visiting the JR Aero Tow 2009. Being a sailplane newbie, I'd never been to that kind of event before. There were some fantastic models being flown and on static display. Quite a leap from my little Radian....
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Old 06-20-2009, 08:46 PM   #2
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set #2
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Old 06-20-2009, 08:48 PM   #3
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Old 06-20-2009, 08:50 PM   #4
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4th and final set
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Old 06-20-2009, 11:45 PM   #5
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Karl, I didn't realize that you were old.....

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Old 06-21-2009, 12:22 AM   #6
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great photos, thanks for the coverage and for posting it here. i hope to get my lil ventus towing soon.. the aerobatic bug is full swing so the multitasking is on high.
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Excellent pics. Some beautiful models on show...
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Old 06-21-2009, 12:43 PM   #8
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Yes, I am, and feel even older...


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Old 06-21-2009, 02:32 PM   #9
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