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Jerome Daoust General MemberThe topic was brought up during the last board meeting. The club endorses the “for active packing only” policy for this zone, discouraging glider parking (HG or PG).
The root of the problem may be that a pilot feels validated to park their gear if there is no immediate need for others to use their space for packing. The combination of shade and a clean surface is inviting for parking gear. They become a trend setter showing “it is OK to park here”. Conflict happens when the space is needed.
I suggested posting a sign that one can point to (instead of arguing), reminding offenders the purpose of the area.
If the situation persists, a different approach may be to relocate the packing area to a less parking-friendly location: To the South of the clubhouse, half-way to the kiting area. Being more often in the sun, pilots would be less motivated to park their gear. Less dog traffic too.
Also, thanks goes out to Gene, who is providing the artificial turf.
Jerome Daoust General MemberUnsatisfied with disturbing the flying at Crestline, one of those aircraft figured it would also fly by Soboba late afternoon, just because.
Jerome Daoust General MemberThanks to Rob for detailing the relationship between the club and ranch. The owners of the XC ranch do offer significant value to the club, beyond water access.
I am under the impression that the water supply (for growing grass) is a significant part of the monthly fee the club pays to the ranch, following a discussion with the CSS treasurer and the discussed methods for metering the water flow during the last board meeting. But if after a discussion between CSS and ranch owners, the reduction/elimination of watering the LZ would not generate significant savings for the club, may as well keep the grass and related maintenance cost and labor.
Related topic on 2023/1/9: Major Decision being considered by CSS.
Jerome Daoust General MemberUpdate… During the September 17 2022 board meeting, Stan (President) stated that:
- The board is not currently seeking to change the bylaws.
- There will be no proposal for changes to the bylaws at the upcoming general membership meeting.
Jerome Daoust General MemberThe July 16 board meeting minutes have been posted here.
Jerome Daoust General MemberReminder bump.
Jerome Daoust General MemberRelated discussion: PG Forum > Ayvri / doarama shutting down.
Jerome Daoust General MemberI “see” your 300 acre Radford fire, and “raise you” by 1700 acres…
Also stated on Monday, is the Fairview fire in Hemet, about 10 miles SSE of the Soboba flight park:
CAL Fire > Fairview Fire Incident
YouTube > KTLA 5 > ‘Fairview Fire’ in Hemet grows to 2,000 acres
Jerome Daoust General MemberSOLD to Micah.
Jerome Daoust General MemberI’m keeping an eye on news about the Forza 2, and will incorporate it when it becomes available.
Maybe the Forza‘s tail will grow.Jerome Daoust General MemberI know, I know…
Jerome Daoust General MemberJerome Daoust General MemberThank you for following up Jai Pal, clarifying the club’s status and keeping/renewing the club as a Chapter.
It’s mostly just a title, but why not since it’s free.
Jerome Daoust General MemberThis posting on July 5 2022 clearly states a desire to accept AUA ratings: “We’re trying to add to the bylaws of the club to accept other forms of rating system such as USHPA, IPPI, FAI and AUA“.
This is difficult to reconcile with Stan’s statement, 11 days later during the July 16 2022 board meeting: “There is no current plan to accept AUA ratings“.
Maybe there is a disconnect between board members and hopefully the confusion will be resolved at the upcoming (Sept 17, 2022) board meeting, which has on its agenda: “By-laws review for updates at the next general membership meeting“. We will then see if the proposed updates mention the acceptance of AUA ratings (or anything else than USHPA, IPPI).
Extra info: In the club bylaws, I find no place that restricts the rating providers (to be from USHPA). The only thing close is “Section 2. Qualifications”, but that relates to liability insurance, not ratings. The site guidelines do state rating requirements and provenance.
Jerome Daoust General MemberThat is a great tip. I learned it from a wedding dress repair place, when I took in a rucksack for a zipper replacement, and the guy fixed it in an instant, with the same advice of “don’t over-squeeze”.
The other thing that happens often with coiled zippers is that tiny grains of dirt/rock jam the teeth in a few areas along the zipper. Best not to use Silicone lubricant, even the “dry” type (many recommend this) as it will “invite” more particles to stick, but instead flick/shake/vibrate the area to dislodge embedded particles. Works better than using a brush (without vibration) to clean the zipper teeth.
From motorcycle jackets, I learned that despite my dislike of coiled zippers (preferring the “Vislon” molded teeth), coiled is more durable (reference). So coiled zipper are a good fit for rucksacks or concertina bags (one can avoid zippers altogether) exposed to dirt and bending.
Happy zippering.
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