I embark on an epic journey, soaring from Truckee, California, to Nephi, Utah, and back across the expansive Great Basin. This adventure is packed with thrilling moments, stunning views, and the sheer excitement of gliding at high altitudes. Not everything I did was a good idea. What would you do differently?
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==In This Video==
Flight Planning: How I planned my route and adapted to changing weather conditions.
Gear Setup: A look into my cockpit setup, including my custom 3Dprinted RES charger bracket.
The Journey: Key moments from the flight, including navigating through rain pockets and restricted areas.
Challenges & Solutions: Overcoming obstacles like oxygen depletion and stormy weather.
==Highlights==
Met up with Alex near Minden and shared a few climbs.
Flew across the Great Basin with cloud cover all the way.
Landed safely in Nephi with the help of local pilots.
Hitched a ride to the hotel, adding a touch of local adventure.
Overcame challenges to get home
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==Gear Used==
Glider: JS3 RES
Camera: Insta360 OneRS 1inch
Other: Emergency gear, 3Dprinted RES charger bracket
0:00 Introduction
0:25 Flight Planning
1:05 Cockpit Setup
1:41 Launch & Crossing the Great Basin
3:02 Final Glide to Nephi
4:00 Launch from Nephi
5:18 Navigating Many Challenges
7:53 Landing at Rosachi
8:37 Conclusion