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MARSKE SAND DUNES Site Code: None Wind Direction: NNE Location: NZ 640228 Access: Drive to the cul-de-sac off the most westerly bend of 'The Headlands'. Park on the road. Rig on the grassy area and carry the glider north to the top of the dunes. Height: 60ft Length: 150 yds, but it is possible to jump the gullies and fly the 5 miles to Skinningrove and back. Description: Grassy sand dunes. Suitability: Ideal for pilots of all abilities, although the lift band is small and difficult to use. The sea air is also bad for your glider. The site is ideal for confidence building top to bottom flights, and can be flown when it is too windy for the higher sites. Telephone: SITE RULES: Take-off: Take off is from the lumpy, fairly abrupt edge. Find a lump where you can get your wings balanced. The most commonly used is from directly in front of the stile which gives access into the old church yard. The higher ridges to the east of Church Howle have also been used successfully if difficulties are encountered in staying up after launching near the headlands. Landings: Top: The grassy area is fairly small, so the best approach is low and for hang gliders, crosswind. There are raised lumps in places close to the edge. As a result landing can be in wind shadow. Be prepared for a fast landing. Comments: There is no official permission to fly this site. A great place to fly on hot summer breezy days, especially if it is too strong at Model Ridge. |