I don't normally put links to purely video items, but this is pretty interesting. It looks as though Schempp-Hirth is trying to change the way people think about open-class sailplanes. They seem to be downsizing the plane to make transport and assembly easier, and seeking competitive performance on strong days by going with a higher wing-loading. As a motor-glider guy myself, I have to say that the machines are a lot of fun. Guess we'll see where this one goes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J_oqWm3I4N0
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