What is the best wing design for a glider?
Gliders benefit from producing the least drag for any given amount of lift, and this is best achieved with long, thin wings, a fully faired narrow cockpit and a slender fuselage. Flying gliders hoans skills that apply to all pilots and can be incredibly fun; but no, gliders are not hard to fly. They do however, like any other skill, take practice to fly well.
How much does a good glider cost?
Gliders can be categorized by price according to their design materials: Entry-level fabric-based designs can be purchased second-hand for around $5,000. Mid-range fiberglass designs will be over $12,000. Competition designs will be approximately $30,000. High performance two-seater gliders can be close to double this! But most people you will meet at a gliding club that have their own gliders, or share a glider with a hand full of syndicate partners, will have gliders worth between £10,000 and £30,000.