Paul Myrecough was lent a Gradient Montana especially for this year's X-Scotia event this is what he had to say about it.
"Having flown the wing a good number of times prior to the actual event I was very impressed with it. We have had a very 'active' start to the season here in the UK and I have been on the Montana in some very puchy days".
"The more I have flown it , the more confidence it has inspired. One day in particular flying Blencathra in the Lake District , when there were quite a number of incidents and accidents occuring around me I never experienced as much as a wing tip folding, whilst still managing to out climb many 'raceyer' wings by virtue of the Montana's ability to be turned tightly in the small and strong cores".
"When it came to race day the Montana's light weight and portability meant I was able to keep pace with my main rival who was carrying a much smaller 17m Nova Ibex.
Despite the very strong winds on race day I was still managed a decent flight enabling me to get into the lead, which we then exchanged through-out the event. I eventually came in 2nd AGAIN ! in a very close race. Sorry I could'nt quite win it for Gradient".
"I currently own and fly an Aspen II which has been an excellent wing for me. But I am so genuinelly impressed with the Performance, Security & Weight of the Montana that when I next come to change my wing I will very seriously consider the Montana".
Thanks Kit....See you on the Hill Paul
