How to Slope Soar

Narrated slope soaring session, talking about how to start, which planes will work, slope selection and how to keep the glider up.
Website links
Newton Airlines Uncut - / @newtonairlinesuncut
Newton Airlines blog - newtonairlines....
Andrew Newton KZbin - / @andrewnewton
My portal - anewton.net
More information
iNAV fixed wing tips - newtonairlines....
What HD cameras do I use - newtonairlines....
What FPV cameras do I use - newtonairlines....
Phoenix Evolution - bit.ly/2xLkX7z
U-Glider - bit.ly/2gVtZs0
XUAV SkySurfer X8 - bit.ly/2wZEJvv
Building materials and RC gear - newtonairlines....
Depron Armin Wing build - • Depron wing build

[@mgman6000]

I started slope soaring in '79 and had many wonderful hours up there. I've had numerous planes from the soar birdie to paragon that I got my LSF level 4 flight which was a 4 hour slope flight. the paragon was a great plane.your video is spot on. I can't do it anymore, too dam old for chasing planes I noticed the dark clouds in your video and that reminds me of the time I was flying with a buddy and there thunder clouds near us and I kept hearing a tick tick sound and I touched the antenna it stopped we landed and got off that hill quick! have fun flying I subscribed

[@FFND16N]

Best primer on slope soaring I've watched; your 'no nonsense/'Fat-FREE!'-commentary approach is the best, Andy. Plus you hit all the essentials...I'm about to plunge into slope soaring with confidence. Again, thank you!

[@AndrewNewton]

Glad you enjoyed it Anton. Go throw something off a cliff!

[@gregkienle3378]

I have been sloping on the Oregon coast for 30 plus years...spot on instruction. Excellent!

[@AndrewNewton]

Oh thanks Greg. I could learn from you!

[@solosailor222]

Brilliant, enjoyable Vid, Mate ! Location Location Location - go there, see what others are flying. the the durable 'combat' type wings just bounce when crashed add; on Take Off, down elevator and launch down in light wind. your first goal is Air Speed. Fear of crashing may lead to up-elevator, a stall, and a crash. Next job, trim to fly straight and smooth. Don't fight the plane, lead it Then search out a good Lift Zone along the slope and measure it by finding its limits in X-Y-Z (plane stops going up). This will become The Place to go when you need more altitude Landing, pick the 'slow' direction of the slope (more head-to-wind) to maintain air speed and reduce ground speed You may have to start below the cliff and "climb up" to keep the ground speed low, when lift is high Don't go too far back from the slope, a Down Rotor and turbulence is to be expected. Higher winds require higher skills and usually more CG ballast A slope plane looks simple, but without a motor it requires meticulous KIT design and a straight build to perform well in light winds. Design your own.... that's a really challenging and rewarding Art of Science. Good luck, Mate !

[@AndrewNewton]

Great tips thanks

[@TheChrisBreyShow]

Try coming in hot, way behind the lift band, punch through the rotor and point it right at you, then nose up to stall. On the reset it will drop straight into your hands gently before gaining to much speed. Catch it like a frisbee too or a football

[@jonbuchanan3214]

i learned to fly with slope soaring my spirit 2m. me and my bro would stay up on the hill and fly all day. good times, great video.

[@ZombiemodzFPV]

I liked this video several years ago but just now watched it again and wanted to say how beautiful this is to watch. I absolutely have to try this.

[@AndrewNewton]

Glad you enjoyed it. In some ways it's the easiest form of RC flying

[@jamesceastep8874]

Andrew: Close call at the end added some excitement. Your videos are always informative, clear, beautifully photographed, and a joy to watch. Wish I lived in Australia too. Jim

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Jim, you would be welcome

[@c0neyisland]

Thanks Andrew - I have just been given an Algebra 10ft span glider with only 2 control surfaces (rudder / elevator) and I have trimmed it in a local flat field. Basically, I am converting from engine powered RC to gliding. I am grateful for your tutorial.

[@AndrewNewton]

Nice one Dave, that will be an excellent light wind slope soarer. You will probably need a big clear landing area

[@c0neyisland]

Hi Andrew - what initially attracted me to your video was the beach scene and sand dunes. We have a very similar beach and dunes arrangement with a place in Wales (UK) called Black Rock sands. Given that I have no ailerons or ability to crow brake, then yes, I will need a large area to bring it down safely!

[@nickmoloney9820]

Returning to watch this again as I'm considering an Arrows Prodigy as I feel i could benefit from a motor as a complete newb to slope soaring I got into flying small R/C foamies during lockdown and your videos really were a fantastic help not only with the great info they also helped me retain my sanity! Many thanks from the West of Ireland

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Nick. Making these videos keeps me sane, so I'm very happy to share the therapy. Sláinte

[@lornescott-wilson6144]

Nice. I've just purchased a Phoenix 1600. Still assembling. Looking forward to gliding it

[@AndrewNewton]

Good one for the slope.

[@AmitWagh]

Wow. I was waiting for this for a long time. Thanks a lot Andrew for sharing...)) Points noted - Keep the plane moving. Down elevator to pick up speed. Always turn facing away from the slope & facing the sea. Use Rudder for directional control. For loop, fly towards the sea, then its easy to loop because of the uplift. For landing come in from just behind the slope and slow down. Better if you have flaps. Happy Slope Soaring..)

[@AndrewNewton]

Well summarised. Give it a try

[@AmitWagh]

Yes..Definitely.But need to find the wonderful place like yours...)

[@michaelwhinnery164]

Great video, I learned rc flying on the slopes and it's still my favorite way to rc

[@AndrewNewton]

Same here. Free energy

[@ficosk8]

Super nice! Thanks for the video and the explanations! I tried this week on a quite flat slope but good wind in near where I live in southern east Bavaria. I tried my second glider, a gifted older ASW17 from Kyosho with 2,1m wingspan w/o flaps. I was amazed how good it went, although I needed to put the motor in a couple of times probably no knowing in what direction to turn and how to gain altitude. Did some bad turns and broke the fuselage after losing lift/stall near the ground. But everything is repaired and I hope to get flying again. What you mentioned: "it's a good alternative for motor-flying" is cool! Now I have something I can try in those windy days :D

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes I started sloping due to the amount of wind here.

[@ficosk8]

@@AndrewNewton thats awesome!

[@toastrecon]

Looks like a great way to relax. Slope soaring by the beach!

[@AndrewNewton]

Favourite place

[@martinliew578]

Good tutorial. I used to fly at the world famous Torry Pines. In LA Jolla. California... This video makes me miss is....

[@cirandavideo]

Beautifull flight and excellent explanation. Tks Andrew

[@leemaples1806]

Good tips for flying in a steady wind. Keep it flying into, or along the wind and it should stay up there. But ya, landing can be tricky with no real landing strip or landing gear. I think, could you bring it around towards you , then turn into the wind almost right in front of you and have it sort of float back to you where you could grab it somehow with one hand? Or find a spot where some tall grass is and plop it down there? As long as you dont bring it down suddenly and lawn-dart it it would be ok i suppose.

[@AndrewNewton]

It depends a lot on the slope, landing space and wind strength. There is a road just behind this slope and that is where you crash land if you drop out of the lift. Sometimes you can reverse it in but very rarely

[@Boeing--xt8in]

Is there some good slope soaring places on the Mornington Peninsula because it is mostly cliffs with lots of trees.

[@alasdair4161]

Great stuff Andrew. I don't know if it could be called slope soaring, but above my property at the turn in a long valley there is a pronounced rise in the land with a long ridge running about 1km at right angles to the prevailing westerly wind. at between 400-600m above that ridge I can soar/slope all day, actually it is hard getting down, I have to overspeed severely to break through it. Too high for visual, so fpv only, but it's good having it on windy days with no thermal activity, and on still days I use regular soaring technique. I guess it's 'high altitude slope soaring'

[@AndrewNewton]

Wow, that would be a buzz

[@terrymurphy562]

Hi Andrew, it’s very hard to let it go over the slope, and I have been flying rc aircrafts for a few years. I built yourself and speedster Dens Lidl glider conversion and have been waiting for the right wind direction for 3 weeks now.Very frustrating here in Blackpool uk as I have to wait for a Westerly. Thanks for everything you do, it’s a real help.

[@AndrewNewton]

My pleasure Terry. Good luck with the westerlies, I feel your frustration

[@robertz5958]

Thanks Andrew for yet another very informative and as usual for you, intelligent video. I am a retired Hang glider pilot who suffered a life changing accident. Recently I bought a very nice 2.5m RC glider. I have been reluctant to fly it as I have some what lost my confidence. However your tuition means I will be flying again very soon Well done mate, you are awesome!; Cheers Rob

[@AndrewNewton]

Rob thanks so much for your comment. I dabbled in hang gliding back in the early 80s and it was a big thrill, but too dangerous back then. I'm so happy you're getting back into flying. Best of luck mate

[@robertz5958]

Andrew Newton , I believe Hang gliders have changed incredibly since the 80's Andrew, setup correctly and with a bit of altitude, relax or take your hands off and they will literally fly themselves! My accident was due to a poorly setup new glider and I made the wrong choice to fly on the day. The sport would still be safer than crossing the road and a heck of a lot more fun!!!; Cheers Rob

[@robertz5958]

Just extremely crvrt type type request

[@fulgurbikes9940]

Awesome video. You've helped me a lot on slope soar on a paraglider. Thank you so much.

[@AndrewNewton]

Very welcome!

[@Steve-yk7iu]

Very nice. I've flown electric sailplanes and always wanted to try slope soaring. Not many slopes in the midwest of the US. Great video. Thank you.

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes you need to find a slope

[@Navigator777777]

I've seen guys slope soaring off a long row of haybales.

[@cadser0engco]

Interesting. I fancy having a bash at making a glider through the winter. Looks like the bigger wingspan is better than the 36 - 40" models I have been looking at. Great video very helpful.

[@AndrewNewton]

Excellent. 1.5m is a good wingspan

[@micko1404]

I've nearly finished my designated slope soarer, as I live near Stockton Beach near Newcastle NSW, it seems to be the perfect reason to fly one.

[@AndrewNewton]

Lots of beach there Mick. Should find a good spot.

[@thewrightdesign407]

Great looking glider and colour scheme 👍

[@AndrewNewton]

Many thanks

[@qyitonefpv6551]

Tip shelf video Andrew!! 👍 bought me a Ranger 2000 on inav. Been doing a decent amount of gliding up high, but I would like to try my hand at soaring, this video helped me gain confidence to try, although haven't had the chance yet, it's too 🥶

[@AndrewNewton]

Excellent, the Ranger 2000 will love slope soaring. I find it easier than powered flying, as long as you keep it out front.

[@iscluiscaduk]

Beautiful flight. Thanks for the advise. I have a HKing Fox glider and a Multiplex Cularis.

[@AndrewNewton]

Nice. Have you tried to slope soar with them?

[@iscluiscaduk]

not yet but I will try it.

[@ukmitch86]

Long time since you posted this Andrew but I've just moved to Brisbane and have wanted to try slopesoaring for a long time. Never been in a place with a slope before and love watching your videos. I've come from the UK where the rules are plentiful and the locations are limited - can you just find a quiet section of coast and go for it?

[@AndrewNewton]

Have to check with the local fliers. I'm sure there will be lots of suitable hills and coastal sites.

[@blastvader]

Great video Andrew. I started flying RC (an admittedly on and off hobby for me over the past 16 or so years) with a GP Spirit 2m which I flew off of a similarly gentle slope no more than 50m from my house. I've recently (ish) returned to the hobby but have been struggling to find the time to fly as my location in the NE of England rarely has the calm weather that suits many of the aircraft I like (mostly vintage FF designs) which has lead to an attic stuffed with airframes that I'll likely never fly but did enjoy building. I do though have an HK Walrus that I've flown on and off that would do fine off of a slope and have converted a KK Soarer Baby (36" span FF TL glider) to a very light wind sloper though I fear that using it as such will be a very quick way to re-kit it. :/

[@AndrewNewton]

Ha yes sloping is tough on models. Good to hear your story Monty

[@dukejet6997]

Thanks Andrew, very good explanation. Well done

[@jayfpv9376]

You are so lucky to have such a beautiful place for slope soaring. I live in Southern California.

[@adamf.1298]

Jay Fpv we have great slope areas here in Carlsbad and Torrey Pines

[@jayfpv9376]

@@adamf.1298 post some videos and send me the link. I'm in Rancho Cucamonga CA

[@adamf.1298]

Jay Fpv Carlsbad Bl & Solamar Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 is where I fly and Torrey Pines Gliderport, 2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037 is for serious pros

[@adamf.1298]

Jay Fpv kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn_TpneYa5eFr6M

[@markdaniel8740]

@@jayfpv9376 there is a good place at the other side of the cajon pass from you. Search "slope soaring sites near cajon pass"

[@Scottslookingabout]

there's a couple of things I think should be mentioned is if you turn with the wind what would happen and what would happen if you launched up at 15-20 degrees, instead of level or down 5 degrees. I got a good idea what would happen.

[@AndrewNewton]

That will go in the advanced tricks video

[@1bizjets]

thank you for your video. I am starting RC soaring from fixed wing powered models.

[@AndrewNewton]

Welcome and I hope you love it as much as I do

[@55yxalaG]

Great tutorial, just started fixed wing (in a simulator) as an acro quadcopter pilot and it's really awesome to be able to use my knowledge of the sticks to try out different forms of LOS.

[@AndrewNewton]

Great to hear!

[@mikes8210]

OMG what an inspiring video. Thanks Andrew

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Mike

[@EricLaermans]

Hello Andrew, could you also provide some info on the 'where to slope soar'? What are good slopes and what aren't?

[@richardcerni9996]

That was really relaxing Andrew. A beautiful experience even though I wasn't actually there. To help get the plane down when it's time to land, is it worth walking a little way over to where you had the car parked well past the flat of the slope and then bringing her down there perhaps without worrying about the crash land, so to speak. Haven't sloped soared before, but definitely wouldn't mind trying it.

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Richard. At a different site that would be OK. But at this spot I would have to cross a road, sometimes dodge race horses and horse trailers and there is no open landing area, and most of my slopers don't have a motor. Landing on the beach would be possible but I'm too lazy

[@homienat3374]

Nice vid mate just got me sail plane out of the attic after years , love ya saying just throw it of a cliff safe flights

[@Dutcharmytent]

Just started slope soaring and this video helped a lot.

[@AndrewNewton]

Excellent, glad it helped

[@alanmountford5574]

I went with half a dozen of my club members to a site about 300 feet above sea level inland a little from Byron Bay, NSW last Friday. I have flown electric RC planes for a couple of years, but never tried slope soaring before. I built a 48 inch version of the Frog Wren glider several years ago to bungee launch - but didn't have any success getting much height with it - so has sat on the shelf gathering dust since then. I wondered how it might go slope soaring so took it along. The leader of the group got me sorted with some extra nose weight and down trim on the elevator (Aileron/elevator control). Well - I must say it flew very nicely but as a novice found it more challenging than normal powered flight - esp landing. We survived the day in one piece thankfully! I have a Dancing Wings 1200 w/s Eagle and was wondering if it might be possible to slope soar that along sand-hills about 10 feet high on the coast not too far from where I live in light onshore conditions?? What do you think>

[@AndrewNewton]

Wouldn't be my first choice for sloping on a small dune. Too draggy maybe, but you might prove me wrong.

[@alanmountford5574]

I tried my Eagle last Monday on the Sand Dunes. I was only moderately successful since the dune shape was made up of two steps and the overall angle was probably only about 30 degrees. I needed to fly about 1/4 to 1/3rd throttle to maintain altitude. Wind strength was perfect and I am sure if the dune was a lot steeper it would have been good. Live and learn :-)

[@christianthompson1473]

Great video. No 1 tip, always turn into the wind and keep the nose down. Plane turning without wind speed will drop out of the sky!

[@AndrewNewton]

Excellent tips

[@sipplix]

That was an informative and somewhat relaxing, instructional video... when I find a slope(step 1) I will be sloping cheers Andrew, cool video👍

[@AndrewNewton]

Don't skip step 1. Go seek your slope Simon

[@rtncs]

Thanks Andrew, appreciate this tutorial, learned a lot.

[@vitorhugolalanda1978]

Grate presentation. From a novice, many thanks! My volantex ASW28 as arrived! Vítor Lalanda

[@AndrewNewton]

It's great fun, go find a slope

[@alejandroa.menyhart5346]

Great instructive video, and nice aussie accent! Thank you Andrew!

[@AndrewNewton]

My pleasure!

[@rtncs]

Andrew, do you have a tutorial that goes into more detail about landing on a slope? e.g. Different landing options, behind the slope, hand catching, on the beach...

[@AndrewNewton]

No but my mate Allen Moore has some great sloping tutorials

[@rtncs]

Andrew Newton Thanks Andrew. I’ll look up Allan’s channel, cheers.

[@THEFALCON58]

Hi Andrew been flying for 38 years slope and Bungee, hobby king phoenix 1600mm or the 2000 gliders A.r.f= (all most ready to fly) (straight wings )fly better, cheap gliders to learn slope gliding, have Built a glider for slope gliding 1200mm wing pan zip section rips works very good with the moment arm (tail) three times the width of the wing cord, put weight on the C.O.G flies better in the air ,helped club members build there glider. ?

[@rontan8433]

Nice video Andrew! Where about are you? It's hard to find good slopes that's not too far away in Adelaide.

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Ron. Geelong

[@JetJockey87]

The lift band extends past the ridge because of a phenomenon called "compression" I have slope soared for years but as soon as I started paragliding and actually getting into the lift myself, it changed things a lot for me. Have you considered trying paragliding? You're never too old, in fact the older you are the better pilot you'll be.

[@AndrewNewton]

Dabbled with Hang-gliding about 45 years ago.

[@SharneAndrews]

Hi Andrew, great video. Would you mind if I link to it from our Aero Modellers site for beginners?

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Shane, no problem. Happy for you to link to the video

[@timeanspace]

Absolutely brilliant video, thankyou so much! Keen to try it out but had no idea of the principles underpinning it!

[@Danzeeman]

brillant video images, super clear sound, good instructive comments (even for an experienced RCer), well done Andrew!

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks, I could have done better with the sound if the mic was under the visor

[@vb748]

Thank you, Andrew, for excellent video and explanation. Keep flying!

[@heady2008]

Nice one Andrew. You can make turns into the slope but only if you have a slippery model and enough airspeed so best left until a newbie has some experience

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes good point, I"ll have to do some follow up videos with more advanced flying.

[@heady2008]

Good idea. Perhaps covering landing aids e.g.using a touch of throttle,difference between flapperons and spoilerons,crow and also aerobatics

[@aaronnelson9920]

Hi Andrew, very pleasant to watch and thanks for the tips. I’m in Torquay Victoria keen to find a flying spot. Thanks.

[@AndrewNewton]

Lots of slopes down your way. Finding somewhere with access and a landing area is the key

[@phildiamond7317]

Thank you for a great video! What are the camera, mic, and mount that you are using on your cap? Thank you!

[@AndrewNewton]

Mobius C with external mic mod, mount is just PVC plastic heat bent into shape kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4PLgKOLg9KDlZo

[@tomwolf9420]

Great vid indeed. And I'm endlessly envy about your flying site.

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Tom, our sites are not very high but we have a good variety

[@survivalmike]

Thx for that Video Andrew, how about the CG? Is there any additional weight in the Front needed to make the plane a little nose heavy, to "fight" better into the Wind? Thx for your Help. Cheers, Mike

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes you could do that if the wind is getting too strong

[@razhua]

great tips, been sloping with my sky surfer, but im pretty sure is no where near the experience with the phoenix evolution. I might get one, seem to fly way better than my sky surfer.

[@AndrewNewton]

It has more lift and penetration than the Skysurfer

[@RBAERO]

This plane is the Volantex Phoenix evolution 2000? What is the wingspan?

[@AndrewNewton]

The Evolution can be 1.6m or 2.6m. This is 2.6 in the video.

[@alanb.4383]

Nice video thanks Andrew and very instructive. Just wondering how you prevent corrosion from the salt air on the metal parts of your glider.

[@AndrewNewton]

Hasn't been a problem Alan. My transmitter switch surrounds do go rusty, so I change them as required.

[@PhilSkydiver]

Hello my dear friend! Is this the Phoenix 2000mm model? I'm looking for a good slope soaring plane...Greatings from Brazil!

[@richardconejo5460]

Great video'. I'm hoping to get down their this weekend as the forecast is looking good.

[@AndrewNewton]

Excellent

[@thegreatestshowonearth8081]

Great video, thanks. I couldn't quite pick up the name of the recommended beginner models: could you please clarify? Sounded something like "Vixella 1 or Vixella 2". Thanks, cheers!

[@AndrewNewton]

Bixler 1 or 2, any of that style pusher motor gliders would be great to start with

[@thegreatestshowonearth8081]

@@AndrewNewton Bixler! Got it. Thanks for quick response Andrew

[@ricksquebecrc4627]

HI ANDREW ! VERY GOOD VIDEO THANKS ANDREW , AT THE END IT WAS A CLOSE CALL ,,,WOW !

[@AndrewNewton]

Very close!

[@davidwatkin1484]

@@AndrewNewton Made me laugh. I actually replayed 11.39 onwards several times. 🤣🤣🤣

[@Bobmox13]

Great video. Could spend hours just watching planes slope soaring!

[@AndrewNewton]

Ha yes, I do too

[@starryalley]

Compared to U-glider, is Phoenix Evolution more suitable for slope soaring? What's the difference between the two. Thanks for this great video!

[@AndrewNewton]

Both great slopers. Uglider better for light wind, Evo better for stong wind

[@savetrott4193]

Great Tutorial. Thanks 👍🏻

[@Len02013]

Cool vid, wish I lived closer to the beach. Btw do you have any tricks to stop things rusting? Last time I flew at the beach my transmitter started to get rust spots on some of the chrome switches

[@AndrewNewton]

Same here Len, I have installed new switches, but thats all.

[@jettechdonatkins]

I had no knowledge on this type of flying,only heard about it.This is a very cool part of rc flying,need to see more.Thank you Andrew!

[@julianhumphrey4843]

Andrew, very helpful video, i have a similar size slope just across the road from home, built a non powered wing wing z84 to slope on there, but have to wait for a sough easterly, have you ever sloped a flying wing

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes I learned to slope with an Experimental Airlines Synpase. Not so keen on wings for sloping.

[@julianhumphrey4843]

I have ordered an SAS wildthing 46 slope plane, at least i will struggle to break it!

[@marianhritz6061]

i love your videos Andrew. I would appreciate also some video about usefull mixes... I am new to this hobby, i would like to know more about ailerons diffs, elevator compensation when flaps are deployed, mixing ailerons with rudder and so on. thanks a lot.

[@AndrewNewton]

Check out the playlist section. Many mixing videos

[@marianhritz6061]

@@AndrewNewton ok thanks i found it. Its perfect now i understand it.

[@AeroFrics]

Thank you! Very good advice for a beginner. Slope soaring is excellent here in the Netherlands, we have a lot of wind everyday and long stretched dunes :D

[@AndrewNewton]

Good to hear Max, so many people want to try sloping but have no sites

[@pauzimkassim8060]

Yes very relaxing. Thank you

[@LA6UOA]

That was a calming and peaceful video! What a great place for soaring. I have one spot, but it's always lots of hang- and paragliders there. They say it's OK for me to fly to, but I really don't dear :-) Keep it up, Andrew! You are the one having spring/summer now :-)

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes good weather coming.

[@khs0205]

Brilliant flight... Where is this spot???

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks, Victoria Australia

[@SsoulBlade]

At what size/height would bushes/shrubs, etc degrade the wind coming up a slope?

[@AndrewNewton]

Depends on the size and angle of the slope but anything over 1m would have an effect and anything over 2m would be a danger zone

[@JohanBesterphotos]

Excellent! Now I know just to do a figure 8, turning into the wind all the time. Thank you for uploading this.

[@AndrewNewton]

Start that way, then you can turn in towards the slope if you have enough space and control

[@RG-vz8vh]

Great! What size is the plane wingspan? Thanks

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks. Phoenix Evolution 2.6m wingspan

[@enriquekramer4590]

I fly in similar slopes to this one, and I prefer to land on the beach in front of the slope. The modell is spared a lot of stress -as is the pilot. To have a better perpective, walk down the slope and onto the beach; you can land at your feet very gently.

[@AndrewNewton]

I do fly from the sand occasionally, more like surfing

[@ashleymuir1046]

This is great where is this slope? Is it anywhere near Geelong

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes, 40W beach. maps.app.goo.gl/hqZ5gAzMy1BHBZKX6

[@ashleymuir1046]

@@AndrewNewton that’s great I’m just getting back into rc gliding I’ve also been flying planes and helicopters. The sailplanes I’ve got are a slope 16, multiplex Solius and a CMPRO Ventus. I’ve been trying to find a good slope to try them on.

[@jefflarner]

Thanks, I'll try it.

[@terrymurphy562]

Excellent information for easy learning. Explains it nicely.👍

[@AndrewNewton]

Thanks Terry, I remember being very nervous the first time I threw a glider off a cliff, then being amazed that it stayed up there.

[@andrewmcphee8965]

I want to try SS, thanks for the very informative video Andrew!

[@AndrewNewton]

It's addictive and very satisfying Andrew

[@jgroetsema]

Andrew, nice video! Sure wish I was closer to a coastal range. Do you do anything different in setup for sloping (weight, cg, etc)?

[@AndrewNewton]

Add ballast for stronger wind and / or more speed. Trim elevator forward if it keeps climbing.

[@Jimgoodwin846]

Well there ya go. A video on slope soaring. Just what I needed, thanks for a great video. Merry Christmas.

[@AndrewNewton]

My Christmas present to you Jim, thanks for watching

[@digiay]

I went today do a Little slope near my place. with perfect perpenticular wind, Little bit too light for the most planes. I got my 128g 1m dlg and flew between .5m and 30m for 23min! it was a blast!!!

[@AndrewNewton]

That's what it's all about.Excellent

[@gregdetwiler9220]

Thank you for inspiring me. I’ve gotta try this.

[@AndrewNewton]

Best form of RC flying!

[@LA6UOA]

Thanks! Searching for rc slope on youtube brings this video up. Reminds me how long since I have visited your channel... Anyway, you'll have summer for som months and I'll visit for a bit of warm feeling. Have a great summer, Andrew!

[@AndrewNewton]

That's the plan, might be a hot dry one

[@mhannan6328]

Quite helpful...thank you. I had no idea the lift extended so far out ahead of you. What do you think of the smaller craft like the Dream Flight Alula ?

[@AndrewNewton]

Brilliant light wind sloper, a couple of my flying mates use them

[@saltsa6422]

Thank's for the how to andrew i gotta give this a go next weekend look's fun

[@AndrewNewton]

It's the best form of RC flying

[@alanmountford5574]

What percentage of wing chord do you have the C/G for slope soaring? I have a twice size (48" span) Frog Wren glider. I reduced the dihedral angle to about half original, added ailerons and elevator. Have flown it once a couple of years ago and would like to try again.

[@AndrewNewton]

Always start with 30% than adjust after flying

[@alanmountford5574]

@@AndrewNewton Thankyou Andrew. And am I correct that in stronger winds ballast is added to increase the airspeed but C/G stays the same?

[@AndrewNewton]

Ballast helps with penetration more that anything. CG can go forward for more speed if desired

[@alanmountford5574]

@@AndrewNewton Thankyou for your reply :-)

[@caesarillion]

Great location. Longer vid would be better. It's so peaceful to watch you work the breeze and the lift. Thanks, Thailand Paul ASW-28 (China)

[@AndrewNewton]

Better audio would help to. I will redo this one day

[@tankogenonrcgroups9750]

Your first landing here is that flaps down and brakes on crow ? What if not is the brakes ailerons up and flaps down? Thanks.

[@tankogenonrcgroups9750]

Ok shows at the end. But still my nine cap maybe can’t do that

[@AndrewNewton]

Yes it's called crow braking. Flaps down and ailerons up

[@TechnoLog14]

“Just throw the plane off the cliff and see what happens” - gave it a shot last weekend with my great planes kunai and had a blast!! Thanks for the helpful intro.

[@AndrewNewton]

It's a thrill eh?

[@groundzonepilot7536]

Interesting video Mr. Andrew 👌

[@Allan9966]

Most useful - thanks for that Andrew

[@jonnathanhilliard5684]

Nice Video, informative and relaxing, thanks much... I made non RC gliders as a kid, now I want to make one again and slope... have a beach like yours nearby. Question:- Do you need ailerons? or can you slope with just tail controls ?

[@AndrewNewton]

Can get by with no ailerons on a gentle wind day with a forgiving landing area, but you need all the control you can get on a windy day

[@jonnathanhilliard5684]

@@AndrewNewton Thanks much for the reply... I ended up making a 1m balsa wingeron glider. 115g all up weight. I hope to try it at the beach soon !