A clear bright start to the year. Happy New Year to all.

Standard vented with green race rods worked well for me initially but a slight strengthening of the breeze towards the end of our fly showed just how finely balanced the configurations can be. Hanging on in a cold breeze is not as good as energetic input to keep the chill at bay.

The long range forecast for Nottingham (Shipley Country Park) on 12th-13th January is looking cold but not too wet. Should be fun, 'whatever the weather', of course.

Discussions on the field today about routines for 16 fliers. <grins> I must look up the previous correspondence...

Felix