Stu's first flight in G-BOJB - GoPro Hero HD

22nd January 2017 - The teams first flight of the year and Stu's first flight in his new balloon G-BOJB "Bob".
A short but enjoyable flight from Thame to Long Crendon.
Filmed using GoPro HD.
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Kucix

[@jonsadj7]

Can I ask.... serous question (not being critical) why do you inflate with the scoop on?

[@Balloonatic84]

I wasn't the pilot for this flight but as I do the same I will provide my opinion. I have tried both with the scoop connected and without and noticed very little difference. During the summer months I think having the scoop attached can provide a little extra protection from setting any dry ground alight, or just scorching grass etc. Ultimately it probably comes down to personal preference and what you're most comfortable with. I assume you would usually do the opposite, do you have any reasons for preferring that way?