The magic of flying DLG. Stream NXT low level thermal.

[@abates3747]

I really enjoy it when I load random awesome RC videos like this and hear my wife reading off the flight details from the transmitter :)

[@CirrusRC]

Does your wife get royalties? 😄

[@ozjohnno]

THIS is why I want to get a GLG glider.. well done sir......

[@cjpixel]

very helpful to hear the commentary through the flight, nicely done

[@CirrusRC]

Thank you CJPixel

[@gldrgidr]

Thanks for an actual dlg thermal video. Most dlg videos show launch after launch with very little thermalling.

[@CirrusRC]

Thanks - hope its useful.

[@pomerus]

Thanks for sharing the ride. Your commentry helped a lot to fully understand the situation and your thought process

[@CirrusRC]

Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for your comment.

[@ricokowalski4403]

You are so good at spotting those thermals and your competence on the controls is sublime. I wish to one day acquire your skills 🙂

[@gregorywilson4431]

This is one of the best DLG videos out there. You do a wonderful job explaining what is happening and the glider is low enough for viewers to follow and understand. I've referenced this video a number of times to friends and colleagues to try and help them understand this amazing niche of RC flying. Great work!

[@CirrusRC]

Thanks for your kind words. Glad it was useful.

[@робертПетров-с8д]

​@@CirrusRCслишком маленький F5j лучше

[@laneboysrc]

Thanks for this detailed explanation. It is very helpful for a DLG newbie like me to get such commentary from experienced pilots. Subscribed for more!

[@CirrusRC]

Thanks - glad it was helpful to you.

[@barrydevenney2532]

Outstanding! I hope you'll continue making DLG thermal flying videos.

[@CirrusRC]

Thanks Barry. Yes I have some more content to share.

[@gblan]

That's a great flyer! Wow.

[@terrywoodard3051]

Wow! Superb! Definitely a good video for learner level fliers. A lot of obvious climb to convince this is possible. Thanks.tw

[@wunkus]

Nice flying! I love the stream NXT

[@CirrusRC]

Thanks - yes it's a great DLG.

[@ArmSoar]

Nice flying!

[@patriotrob7066]

Thank you. My Raven Dlg will.be here Saturday. 👍

[@CirrusRC]

Hope you enjoy it.

[@allenmoore9848]

Great demonstration

[@CirrusRC]

thanks Allen

[@carbonarne675]

Amazing to have someone sharing thought! I don't understand why you got the First thermal because it first looked Like a sinkt. I repeated watching but can't follow your mind

[@goldenfish77]

Wonderful DLG and flight! So the start hiegth is not so important to reach high altitude in flying. I saw the pictures of this DLG at forum, very nice!

[@mlufti]

Absolutely stunning. You are the reason to pick up rc gliding again, baught an NRJ this week - can‘t wait to launch it for the first time! What transmitter and telemetry system do you use? Best, Mat

[@CirrusRC]

thanks Mat. I use an old Taranis X9d+ transmitter. Receiver is GRX6 which has telemetry built in. Enjoy your NRJ.

[@nevillecreativitymentor]

First time i actually saw a DLG catch a thermal . Cheers and thanks. P.s. You seem to have a whole lot of Con'Trails ... AF base nearby ???

[@CirrusRC]

thanks - yes lots of traffic

[@microgliders]

really is magical, gliders is all i fly

[@goldenfish77]

1:22 this DLG can show You, how to have to circle to go with thermals. Unbelievable!! This kind of DLG is my dream. And yes, I want to reach Your flying skills too. :)

[@CirrusRC]

thanks. Practice is the key. And lots of nice rising warm air.

[@teamdlg9135]

Nice video

[@hekikuu]

What does it mean to you when you say it's better to stay "forward" of the thermal when the centering is not good? Forward meaning down wind/ up wind or having the highest lift in a 360 degree turn after the model from your perspective?

[@CirrusRC]

forward being closer to me and not out the back of it (further away). Either way - sink is bad :)

[@hekikuu]

@@CirrusRC awesome. I must say I applied your strategies and had a 15 minute flight the first day! I must admit the conditions were good too :)

[@pgleesonuk]

Nice flying. Could you share you setup, throws in various modes, and CG. thanks

[@CirrusRC]

Will need to check and get back to you Paul.

[@pgleesonuk]

@@CirrusRC Thanks

[@MarceloSabat]

That would be nice!

[@cryptout]

Awesome, I want one!

[@plaiskool64]

Interesting ! Just discovered that!

I always wondering about the RC operator willingness to experience a real flight

[@The2xWhiskey]

Fabulous flight session. Seeing the streamer attached to the antenna and all that carbon fiber; which frequency range/module are you running?

[@CirrusRC]

Thank you. It's Frsky ACCST with Taranis X9D+ and GRX-6 RX.

[@gisall8205]

Great video. Can you please direct me to a site where I can get a First, Durable, D.L.G. Also a suggestion on that First, Durable, D.L.G. Been flying for years now, but I'm sure this D.L.G. stuff is a completely different ballgame. THANKS.

[@CirrusRC]

Where are you based?

[@gisall8205]

In HELL. I mean Las Vegas Nevada. U.S.A. Introduced to RC airplanes many many years ago through pure slope soaring in San Diego California. Now I fly 3D, Bush Planes and general Aviation RC airplanes. Really want to get back to the Gliders though. Everything in Las Vegas Nevada is regulated, so there's no soft grassy fields to land in. Can you suggest a Durable first time DLG to learn on. If possible. Even an inexpensive F5K Electric Glider. Something that can land on pavement. Hope I'm not asking for the impossible. THANKS. @@CirrusRC

[@CirrusRC]

I wouldn't advise landing any DLG on the pavement. They are made from carbon fibre and you will damage them - the fin also hangs below the fuselage so will scrape on the ground. If you can catch every time then that's not a problem. If you want something cheap and durable to start with then something like the Longshot 4 might be worth a look.

[@malakiblunt]

Imagine how convenient it would be if your streamer pole was telescopic and folded up inside the Tx for transportation

[@CirrusRC]

:)

[@gwizzfpv6741]

very nice thanks for the helpful video do you taranis can you help with setup mybe a video

[@lu-bux5151]

what is the RTF weight? catching low level thermal is easier with

[@CirrusRC]

Hi. RTF all up weight on that DLG is 235grams. I have a lighter one but think the heavier fly's better in majority of conditions.

[@ScottStClair-dm6vk]

Very informative ! Lots of chem trails !

[@alejandrorosso876]

Hey man nice video!!! What are you using for streamer? Cassette tape?

[@CirrusRC]

Yep cassette tape 😀

[@amw4736]

great videos I'm wanting to get my first DLG can you make a recommendation for a good "cheaper" starter DLG? also any help in setup and you talk about cruise mode etc. what are the modes on your radio for DLG? I'm in Florida so should have good thermal most of the year. Thanks!

[@CirrusRC]

I recommend picking up a second hand model. Try to find local flyers or better still a local club where you can get advise. My first DLG was a 2nd hand Fireworks 4.2. Lots of information on DLG set up on the internet - too much to write here. We fly different wing camber in each mode. Speed no camber, cruise a little camber, thermal more camber. Can also have extra camber on a slider. Snapflap too and you also need launch modes. Good luck.

[@yver9645]

perfect again... How to you make turns without losing any height ? ( I don't mean while thermalling) I use rudder and ailrond in same direction, and then keep the rudder and add counter aileron... but ervery time I loose a lot of height...

[@CirrusRC]

hi - thanks. Differential helps + correct CG and also using the elevator in the turns to keep the nose up. Lots of rudder will cause yaw and dropping of the nose.

[@yannickver]

@@CirrusRC do you use inversed differential ? (more down than up ?) I thought is was best to use as much rudder as possible and as less ailerons as possible.

[@CirrusRC]

@@yannickver yes I do. All gliders fly differently. Always best to experiment with lots of different settings until you find sweet spot. Most of time you want small movements as smooth flying means less height loss.

[@vladimirpetkov1959]

You have a GPS sensor in the DLG?

[@CirrusRC]

no GPS - just altimeter built into receiver.

[@brianosullivan5123]

How on earth did you climb away from ten feet above ground! Very impressive.

[@CirrusRC]

thanks - that's why I love DLG so much.

[@Blithering_idiom]

Fishing for thermals is very addictive, be it remote control, or inside a sailplane.

[@derekbell5333]

Besty entry level DLG???

[@CirrusRC]

Derek - something like a Longshot 4 is a good starter. Or try and pick up a second hand model - which is how I started out.

[@derekbell5333]

@@CirrusRC Thanks so much. I'll check that out for sure. I was looking at the ELF...that looks like a solid kit. Cheers!

[@CirrusRC]

@@derekbell5333 The Elf is a lovely model, but rudder elevator only and smaller span. Fly's best in very light winds and is less durable compared to say a Longshot 4.

[@derekbell5333]

@@CirrusRC Oh, ok. Thanks again for all the great info!! I'm stoked to get back into it.

[@AeroCraftAviation]

Awesome video! just discovered your channel, been watching and loving your videos! I’ve also got a little channel. I was wondering if you could check out my videos. I’d love to hear what you think! Keep up the good work!