Originally Posted by cyclops2
12" Balsa hand tossed glider.
Keep 2 in the car.
Probably true!
OTOH you might try a Multiplex Easy Star. Harder to break a pusher configuration, easy to fly, easy to repair.
The best scenario is find a buddy that knows how to fly and get help. Saves loads of grief+money, is more fun, and improves the outcome.