Author Topic: 2016 Nats Coverage (Read 64172 times)

peabody · « **Reply #200 on:** July 21, 2016, 01:41:39 AM »

Tom:
That Stunt Forum was around 25 years ago....you might have even been around then....
If the Academy looks at numbers only as a criteria for holding events at the Nats, then Stunt would be the last control line event to be eliminated....registration for the four official stunt events (J,S,O and Advanced) is around what the other categories (Speed, Carrier and Racing) COMBINED is.

Keith Renecle · « **Reply #201 on:** July 21, 2016, 02:16:29 AM »

Quote from: Derek Barry on July 19, 2016, 07:31:53 PM

Ask and ye shall receive.

Derek

Hi Derek, thanks so much for these slo-mo's. That hourglass of Orestes is so good to watch in such tiny steps and so nice and smooth. I would like to use these video's in my judges training program if that's o.k.? I also have one more request if it's possible......seeing that you're offering.

I would love to see Orestes fly the 4-leaf clover. In Australia I watched him do a couple of rule-book clovers and they matched my 3-D CL Sim clover. I have not witnessed anyone else do the clover that close personally and whenever I try to video the top guys in contests, there are always people that are standing in front of the camera. My wish-list is for one really good flight shot from a good spot that shows enough width and height to fit in the maneuvers, and that is shot from a tripod........with no-one getting in the way of the camera. Now if that was in slo-mo as well..........that would be wunderbar!

Keith R

Derek Barry · « **Reply #202 on:** July 21, 2016, 04:24:31 AM »

Quote from: Keith Renecle on July 21, 2016, 02:16:29 AM

Hi Derek, thanks so much for these slo-mo's. That hourglass of Orestes is so good to watch in such tiny steps and so nice and smooth. I would like to use these video's in my judges training program if that's o.k.? I also have one more request if it's possible......seing that you're offering. I would love to see Orestes fly the 4-leaf clover. In Australia I watched him do a couple of rule-book clovers and they matched my 3-D CL Sim clover. I have not witnessed anyone else do the clover that close personally and whenever I try to video the top guys in contests, there are always people that are standing in front of the camera. My wish-list is for one really good flight shot from a good spot that shows enough width and height to fit in the maneuvers, and that is shot from a tripod........with no-one getting in the way of the camera. Now if that was in slo-mo as well..........that would be wunderbar!

Keith R

Yes, you can use any of the videos shoot. I am glad that you liked them.

I will try to get an Orestes clover today if I can. I might get a few other maneuvers too. The wingover looks pretty cool in slow motion.

Derek

Keith Renecle · « **Reply #203 on:** July 21, 2016, 07:15:44 AM »

Thanks Derek, I would really appreciate that. You guys are so spoilt over there with so many great pilots and gorgeous models that it's no wonder that team USA is such a strong team at the world champs. Good luch to you as well with your own flying at this Nats. I look forward to seeing how well you do! Thanks as always to Dave Trible for the blow-by-blow coverage.

Keith R

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #204 on:** July 21, 2016, 08:29:16 AM »

The first round is in here and most circles are taking a break. The morning weather has been pretty fair with enough wind to be mostly helpful. It's starting to blow a little more now so the final round may have some challenges. Some of US know we need to burn in very good flights in the last round to make the cut.........no mishaps I know of so far today.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #205 on:** July 21, 2016, 10:21:56 AM »

A few shots from today...Samantha Hines and Vince Boddie.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #206 on:** July 21, 2016, 10:24:22 AM »

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #207 on:** July 21, 2016, 10:25:21 AM »

Joe Bowman to pull test

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #208 on:** July 21, 2016, 10:27:49 AM »

Field of dreams

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #209 on:** July 21, 2016, 10:28:48 AM »

Now the tent clusters:

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Dave_Trible · « **Reply #221 on:** July 21, 2016, 10:42:32 AM »

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #222 on:** July 21, 2016, 11:29:52 AM »

Final Qualification Scores:::::: And math quiz. Add each flier's best flight each day. The top 5 on each circle is a qualifier for tomorrow's semi- finals. This quiz is graded.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #223 on:** July 21, 2016, 11:30:25 AM »

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Mike Palko · « **Reply #226 on:** July 21, 2016, 11:32:47 AM »

Dave,

I also want to thank you for the excellent coverage you provide! Derek as well. The slow motion videos are awesome. I look forward to today's results. I want to also thank Bob Hunt for his Nat's News columns. The appearance judging coverage was great.

Congrats to all the winners so far!

Mike

Ted Fancher · « **Reply #227 on:** July 21, 2016, 11:55:06 AM »

Looks like top Twenty will be exciting. A lot of the usual suspects and a few obviously talented newcomers...to say nothing of Mr Rudd! Let the joust begin. Good luck to you all.

Ted Fancher

Mark Scarborough · « **Reply #228 on:** July 21, 2016, 01:21:38 PM »

Ihave to do math to find out!!
no fair, sheesh,,
thats like prolonging the agony, though it looks like my buddy Chris Cox made it in based on a thunbmail calc

proparc · « **Reply #229 on:** July 21, 2016, 02:50:27 PM »

How is Jose Modesto doing?

john e. holliday · « **Reply #230 on:** July 21, 2016, 03:13:27 PM »

Looks like Joe M. just missed according to my figures. Joe G. who I consider local just sneaked in. A lot of close scores for the circles. Thanks Dave for the coverage and looks like we need more work. On your circle if you couldn't a two day total above 1100, you were out. But in reality, all you contestants that flew are winners in my book. And Keeny S., maybe you should just borrow a plane, but then you couldn't fly Open. Again thanks to Dave, Bobby, Derek and others that have kept us posted.

Mark Troutman · « **Reply #231 on:** July 21, 2016, 03:20:00 PM »

As the guy who had to stay behind here in Katy Texas I just wanted to thank everyone that is providing the information, great pictures/ film and running commentary on the Nats. It is truly greatly appreciated.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #232 on:** July 21, 2016, 03:52:57 PM »

For tomorrow:

Curt D Contrata · « **Reply #233 on:** July 21, 2016, 04:19:45 PM »

Looks like a tough group, best of luck to all.

Amazing that 5 pages of posts and not a word about the fabulous Pizza King "Pepperoni Lover's" pizza or fresh baked pies at the 12th Street Cafe?

Curt

Bill Morell · « **Reply #234 on:** July 21, 2016, 04:52:24 PM »

Also missing is the "JCT's" commentary and poems.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #235 on:** July 21, 2016, 04:55:47 PM »

Curt this reporter hasn't heard about any Pizza King get together as yet. In fact I haven't gotten to 12 St. either-guess I don't get out much..... Here's an example I guess; a storm has pretty much ended any evening practice so most have headed for the restaurants. Me? I'm back in the room figuring out how to use my nifty new Bob McDonald pitch gauge.

Robby Hunt · « **Reply #236 on:** July 21, 2016, 04:58:48 PM »

Quote from: Bill Morell on July 21, 2016, 04:52:24 PM

Also missing is the "JCT's" commentary and poems.

The JCT, it is there,
Though little time to spare,
Preparations underway,
Top 20 in a day.

Curt D Contrata · « **Reply #237 on:** July 21, 2016, 05:52:03 PM »

You need to get out more. Do Bill Rich and I need to come back to introduce you to great pie and awesome Pizza?

Tell us more about the pitch gauge maybe on another thread?

Curt

Ps: Don't listen to Derek, he is from from Georgia, he does not know of good pizza.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #238 on:** July 21, 2016, 06:10:20 PM »

Curt I do wish you and Bill would get back here. My daughter lives in Georgia. She tells me about sea food and peaches- not pizza. The pitch gauge? Yes I will when I figure it all out. My home-made gizmo isn't very accurate so this will be a great change.
The rain has stopped but it looks windy from here. Doubt much will happen back at the field tonight. Randy Smith got here today and I saw Warren Tiart. Howard is busy here and somewhat subdued. I'm sure it won't last.

proparc · « **Reply #239 on:** July 21, 2016, 07:00:11 PM »

Quote from: Robby Hunt on July 21, 2016, 04:58:48 PM

The JCT, it is there,
Though little time to spare,
Preparations underway,
Top 20 in a day.

Thanks Robby, I feel better!!

Norm Faith Jr. · « **Reply #240 on:** July 21, 2016, 08:42:21 PM »

Quote from: Dave_Trible on July 21, 2016, 03:52:57 PM

For tomorrow:

Disregard Dave...Doc explained it to me. I don't know what I was thinking about.

Hi Dave, I've been following everything with "baited breath." I was suppose to be there, but that's history. First your reporting is fantastic and very appreciated. I've paid a great deal of attention to the Advanced flyers. This brings me to the question that I have. Looking at the Advanced finalist..."to me," there seems to be a discrepancy. Haupt, according to my calculator, scored a 1019, the next nearest flyer scored a 982.34. Adding up of the nine flyers listed, Haupt's name does not appear on the list, but the Voumard score of 982.34, puts him on the list. Do I need to go back and refigure, or did I miss something. (Senior moment) Again...Your reporting has come to mean a lot to those of us who couldn't make it there.
Norm

Serge_Krauss · « **Reply #241 on:** July 21, 2016, 09:29:16 PM »

Yeah, Dave. I must also thank you for the great - that's GREAT - job of keeping us informed as events and scores take place...very exciting!

john e. holliday · « **Reply #242 on:** July 21, 2016, 10:11:46 PM »

In Advance only the top three go to finals from each circle. You should notice only three circles used for advance.

Norm Faith Jr. · « **Reply #243 on:** July 21, 2016, 11:11:44 PM »

Quote from: john e. holliday on July 21, 2016, 10:11:46 PM

In Advance only the top three go to finals from each circle. You should notice only three circles used for advance.

Oh! My bad Doc, top three from "each individual circle." Norm

Went back and looked at it again (on my own score board I've been keeping) I see how you explained it. I don't know what I was thinking about. If I was there, like I should of been, it would been made clear to me about how Advanced is scored. There is always next year.
Norm

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #244 on:** July 22, 2016, 04:31:59 AM »

Today begins the Top 20 fly off to determine the top five to fly tomorrow. The weather looks to be a greater concern here today as a shower is likely to occur around start time this morning. Then perhaps a couple hours before a much larger formation rolls in. That's not exactly the forecast but that is what radar seems to be indicating. The wind will also be above 10 mph most of the day. We might expect weather delays. I'd be looking for great effort to move things along quickly when flying is possible. Good luck to all.

A suggestion to fliers. Today would be a great day to wrap some electrical or athletic tape around your handle grip to protect from static shocks.

pmackenzie · « **Reply #245 on:** July 22, 2016, 04:42:42 AM »

Quote from: Dave_Trible on July 22, 2016, 04:31:59 AM

A suggestion to fliers. Today would be a great day to wrap some electrical or athletic tape around your handle grip to protect from static shocks.

FWIW, my experience is just the opposite.

When I am getting "hits" flying combat I put my thumb on the adjusting nut to make a good connection to the lines.
This allows the charge to bleed off instead of building up enough voltage to give you a hit.

Pat MacKenzie

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #246 on:** July 22, 2016, 06:03:18 AM »

I got to the field just were getting underway rain passes by the first load anyway and on Circle three Bob McDonald is up and on circle for Frank Williams putting in a nice pattern. The wind started out is really pretty nice it's about 4-5 mile-per-hour I would judge son is drifting behind the overcast so it's not bad right now.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #247 on:** July 22, 2016, 06:04:20 AM »

I'm trying to use a little bit of the automated spell voice system here so bear with some of the spelling errors morning.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #248 on:** July 22, 2016, 06:08:46 AM »

On Circle three Brett Buck is on the circle and Dave Fitzgerald is helping him figure out where the winds coming from moving the judges around now. It seems to be coming pretty directly from the west which is exactly the direction this next storm front coming from a little dark that way I'm guessing hoping will get maybe another hour before we get wet here. Firing up over on circle 4 Eric Taylor.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #249 on:** July 22, 2016, 06:14:39 AM »

Bob McDonald headed out of the pit.