After the cancellation of Task 4, Task 5 kicked off with promising skies. With strong climbs and relatively low windsforecasted, the task committee quickly set an 81.3 km optimized FAI triangle, anticipating a fast race.

And fast it was. Despite the strong thermals, the air remained smooth and calm, making for an enjoyable and efficient flight. “We were on two-thirds bar almost the whole north leg,” said Task Winner Mike Lester at goal, highlighting the consistent and speedy conditions along the course.

In the female category, the day belonged to Jenny O’Neil, who secured the win with a strong and steady performance.

A great day of flying all around – with just the kind of conditions everyone had been waiting for.