Long ago, a Slingsby Swallow was my favourite - one with the big (Dart?) canopy. It flew like a brick but was fun. Moved for work, changed club and ended up on a K8 which was luxury in comparison. Happy memories. Never bothered to get any gliding paperwork beyong A&B cert. I do remember waiting enviously on the ground as the club 'lead seat' was away in the thermals
As usual the pathetic bickering of a small minority spoils the fun for all the others
I think there are people for whom the politics is the hobby, the club is just the vehicle. Get them everywhere. Sad thing is that if you let them get away with it they end up ruling the roost. Respect to the backroom boys and girls who quietly make things happen and keep our clubs running, whether it's gliding, squash or knitting.
Mz