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Title: Huntersville NC Contest Results and Photos
Post by: Will Davis on October 10, 2011, 05:25:33 PM
The contest in Huntersville NC  is  Oct 21, 22 and 23   ,who is planning to make the contest and where are you staying
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Thomas J. Weedman II on October 10, 2011, 06:50:39 PM
me and dad are comming and where ever we can find a place to stay....our family who usually lets us stay with them is going hunting or fishing that weekend with other relatives so we'll get a room somewhere...any suggestions?
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Gene Martine on October 10, 2011, 07:03:32 PM
 #^ #^ #^
Will be there Friday, staying at the old Holiday Inn.
Gene
 ;D
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Thomas J. Weedman II on October 10, 2011, 07:31:29 PM
#^ #^ #^
Will be there Friday, staying at the old Holiday Inn.
Gene
 ;D
gene, would you happen to know the rates for the holiday inn?
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Derek Barry on October 11, 2011, 04:45:20 AM
Same here, staying at the old Holiday inn.
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Steve Fitton on October 11, 2011, 05:34:17 AM
gene, would you happen to know the rates for the holiday inn?

I believe the rate for people going to the contest is 59.00 a night.  Call soon, hotels sometimes raise rates when you reserve close to check in date.  Most of the people who go to Huntersville use the Ramada (which used to be the Holiday Inn)  Just don't admit you know Gene Martine to the front desk girl or she might charge you extra!   LL~
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Gene Martine on October 11, 2011, 07:05:35 AM
 #^ #^ #^ #^
Tom:
Its now the Ramada Inn, they have special rates for the contest. You need to mention that . Tel: # 704-875-1165.
Gene
 R%%%% R%%%%
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Thomas J. Weedman II on October 11, 2011, 07:09:49 PM
Ok thanks gene and steve..we'll see if we can't get a room there as well!

-T.J.
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: ray copeland on October 11, 2011, 08:05:11 PM
Be there Friday morning!  The wife and I are staying at the Hampton Inn.
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: John Tate on October 11, 2011, 08:23:25 PM
Several of us from the Norfolk Aeromodelers will be down on Friday afternoon.

John Tate
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Dennis Moritz on October 11, 2011, 11:52:04 PM
3 Philly Flyers. (I hope!)
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Tim Stagg on October 12, 2011, 07:09:22 AM
Will,

I will be there as well as Dennis Hastings...I think, staying in the Courtyard across the interstate, have free points to use up. Traveling for work does have some advantages.

Tim
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Derek Barry on October 12, 2011, 07:34:27 AM
Sounds like it is going to be a great contest! Cant wait to see everyone!

Derek
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 12, 2011, 04:15:51 PM
We are planning a 30 th anniversary dinner Saturday Night at a local BBQ house , Plan to go eat fish  on Friday and some good NC BBQ on Sat , we will have a map and  directions at the field

Will
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Phil Coopy on October 12, 2011, 04:53:19 PM
Can I still park my motorhome at the field as before?

Phil Coopy
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Joe Gilbert on October 12, 2011, 06:57:12 PM
Mike and Joan Donovan, Colleen and I will be there early fri. afternoon, can't hardly wait.
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: EddyR on October 13, 2011, 12:21:00 PM
I went to the site for RoomSaver magazine and got motels starting at $34 The Super-8 has a coupon for  $44.99. On line it is $56. This motel is on Sunset rd not far from the field. I used Room Saver in  Colorado a few weeks ago and saved 50% at major hotels. I got the coupons before I left North Carolina.
http://www.roomsaver.com/hotels/north-carolina/huntersville/radius/30/sort/rate/
 I typed in Huntersville NC at there site and got the information
Ed
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: EddyR on October 13, 2011, 04:12:25 PM
Long range forcast is for clear weather ,temp 68 to 78
Ed
http://www.accuweather.com/us/nc/charlotte/28201/forecast-month.asp
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 13, 2011, 07:04:41 PM
We have some very special awards for the contestants, with door prizes to celebrate the 30 th anniversary of MCLS and a anniversary dinner and get together on Sat night  to celebrate 30 years of promoting Control line flying in the Carolinas.

can't wait
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Chuck Feldman on October 14, 2011, 05:15:57 AM
I am looking for someone to share the road time. If any one is going and has room for me I would like to have compnay. It is a long and lonely road from Stuart,Fl to Huntersville.

Chuck Feldman
772 286 1485
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Robert Zambelli on October 14, 2011, 08:02:53 AM
Will - where will we eat on Saturday evening?

  Bob Z.
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: john e. holliday on October 14, 2011, 08:52:30 AM
I am looking for someone to share the road time. If any one is going and has room for me I would like to have compnay. It is a long and lonely road from Stuart,Fl to Huntersville.

Chuck Feldman
772 286 1485

Well come by and pick me up.   LL~ LL~ Wife thinks I am crazy to think of moving down to Stuart to be with the daughter.   I do too with all the humidity. H^^
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 14, 2011, 07:04:48 PM
Saturday Night banquet is at

Bubba's:  4400 Sunset Road
                  Charlotte, N.C.
 
Traveling south  from Huntersville on I-77 :  Sunset Road ( exit 16 B )  is   6 miles south on I 77 from Huntersville    Turn right onto Sunset Road.  Bubba's is  on left.

Will
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Steve Fitton on October 15, 2011, 07:12:23 AM
Will, what time is the banquet supposed to start at?  Have to see if us hardcore nuts can fly till dark and still make the banquet  >:D
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: bill_gruber on October 15, 2011, 07:33:32 AM
I'm bringing some stunt stuff that Rob and I don't need to the Huntersville contest (10/22-23). We're not quitting stunt, just cleaning house. Three kits (Oriental, profile Cardinal, SIG Magnum), some used planes (SV 11, Vector 40, Dixon Time Machine with OS 40FP, Ringmaster with OS 25FP), 4 gal. fuel, bunch of props. Giveway prices, or free to any kid.

Bill Gruber
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 15, 2011, 08:34:33 AM
Steve,

7 PM Sat Night , plenty of  time to get in those late flights ,.   Banquet on Sat... We will make everyone aware of the time and have detailed maps for everyone, straight shot from the field, only one exit  south down I 77

Bill,
  Glad you are making the contest, always a good  place to buy and sell  stuff  , You can set up under the pavilion shelter, we have tables ready
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Bill Little on October 16, 2011, 11:38:11 PM
Aaron and I am hoping to be there either Friday night or on Saturday.  It is an "off" week for my chemo therapy so that won't be a problem as long as family matters allow us to get there.

Bill
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 17, 2011, 07:11:39 AM
Bill,

Will be good to see you  and Aaron and glad you are on the road to recovery
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Allen Brickhaus on October 17, 2011, 11:12:19 AM
Working full time to fill a maternity leave for a lady at NCOE at Norris City Ilinois.  Will be released at 3pm November 9.

Allen Brickhaus
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 18, 2011, 11:10:35 AM
Weather was great out at the field today , we made some final field prep for the contest, got the  circles edges trimmed back to get a better space around the circles for judges ,  extra long lines etc. . The field and circles have never looked better .
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 18, 2011, 02:50:14 PM
Attached is a picture of the first place awards in Stunt   for our  MCLS 30 th anniversary contest. Tom Morris line wrapping jigs (  PAMPA Skill Class ) and some  recycled Vintage  AMA Nats trophy airplanes for Saturday Events 
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: EddyR on October 18, 2011, 03:35:49 PM
Weather forcast has changed,but it is still good. Low 42 degrees and a high on Sunday 66 degrees. That means standing out in the sun shorts and T-shirt. Hard rain Wendsay and  the front should be gone by Thursday afternoon.
Ed
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Steve Fitton on October 18, 2011, 04:38:27 PM
Check out that cool Douglas Skyray on that one trophy!
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Lynn Weedman on October 18, 2011, 04:40:04 PM
Hey Will,
Did somebody make a sacrificial offering to the wind gods yet? S?P
Planning on comming up if work schedule will cooperate. I think it'll be the 3 Weedman's, gotta get some reservations at the Holiday Inn.
thinking about driving up Thursday night.
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Lynn Weedman on October 18, 2011, 04:58:54 PM
I am looking for someone to share the road time. If any one is going and has room for me I would like to have compnay. It is a long and lonely road from Stuart,Fl to Huntersville.

Chuck Feldman
772 286 1485

Chuck,
Give me a call & we can negotiate travel expences and departure & arrival times.
Lynn Weedman VP X47 Flyers.
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Lynn Weedman on October 18, 2011, 05:59:08 PM
#^ #^ #^ #^
Tom:
Its now the Ramada Inn, they have special rates for the contest. You need to mention that . Tel: # 704-875-1165.
Gene
 R%%%% R%%%%

Gene,
 I got reservations for the x47 Flyers @ $55.00 a night. The Girl at the desk asked me if I knew you I told her nothing. LL~ S?P VD~
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Lynn Weedman on October 18, 2011, 06:05:59 PM
The contest in Huntersville NC  is  Oct 21, 22 and 23   ,who is planning to make the contest and where are you staying
Will,
Looks like I'll be able to makke it after all, Chuck Feldman and I are riding up together and my brother Tom and TJ are convoying along in his van.
Sure look forward to hanging out with you guys. It autta be a blast. #^ H^^
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Lynn Weedman on October 18, 2011, 06:08:08 PM
Attached is a picture of the first place awards in Stunt   for our  MCLS 30 th anniversary contest. Tom Morris line wrapping jigs (  PAMPA Skill Class ) and some  recycled Vintage  AMA Nats trophy airplanes for Saturday Events 

Sweet trophies !!!!!!!!!!!! y1
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Alan Buck on October 18, 2011, 07:21:19 PM
Diane,Ken Armish & I are headed south wednsday for Huntersville. looking like a great contest.
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Alan Buck on October 18, 2011, 07:55:45 PM
HEY Steve SkyRay on profile trophy. Lynn and Chuck glad you can make it
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: tom_weedman on October 18, 2011, 10:33:44 PM
Look out you advanced flyer's TJ is moving up after his win at Alabama in Intermediate he is after the Ringo Trophy I wish him all the Luck in the world. Can not wait to see my stunt Buddy's love the fellowship with all the people that attend this contest and the people that put it on.
Thanks  Tom Weedman
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 19, 2011, 07:54:57 AM
 First ... TJ will have to pry the Ringo Trophy out of this guy's hands
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Ward Van Duzer on October 19, 2011, 11:10:55 AM
Wow! Trophies with a REAL purpose! Super idea Will...Sorry I missed it (again)

Ward-O
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Thomas J. Weedman II on October 19, 2011, 06:45:04 PM
First ... TJ will have to pry the Ringo Trophy out of this guy's hands
yes he kept a firm hand on that trophy.... i was proud of him last year when he won it i hope to make a weedman repeat but it's gonna be hard without a place to fly can't wait to fly but you never know...we weedmans are like the bad kind of weeds...we always return for more haha!

-T.J. Weedman
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Phil Coopy on October 20, 2011, 11:04:22 AM
Well folks, I was planning to make Huntersville part of a week long RV trip, but as RV's go, my motorhome is in the shop waiting for parts...probably won't be fixed till next week. HB~>

I was looking forward to flying with you all........ anyway hope you have a great time.

Well, the TBLF contest is coming up pretty soon. :)    Maybe I'll see some of you there.

Phil
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 21, 2011, 06:27:40 AM
Phil,

Hate you are not going to make it , weather looks good all weekend, 5 mph winds , nothing but sunshine , mid 60's, engines should be making plenty of power early in the mornings. I will update this post with results and pictures each day 
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Derek Barry on October 21, 2011, 07:25:10 AM
Thanks William.

I am bringing some items for sale from a guy in my area.

Ringmaster kit
Flight streak ARF with a OS LA25 Both new in box
Ready to fly ARF Smoothie with a OS 40VF. It has five flights on it all by me. It is about 80% trimmed
Some other misc. stuff.

C-yall there

Derek
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 21, 2011, 07:35:48 PM
A few pics from a very busy Practice day , Flying from daylight to dark, then to the fish camp for Gizzards
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: john e. holliday on October 22, 2011, 08:19:59 AM
Is that David Smith on the hanging carrier?   if it is, I give him one foul for being over 60 degrees. LL~ LL~ LL~

Thanks for the photos.  Now for the rest of the story. D>K
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 23, 2011, 06:11:20 PM
A few pics from this weekend, perfect weather , best turnout ever , here are a few of the better shots ,
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 23, 2011, 06:13:59 PM
More Pics
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 23, 2011, 06:20:29 PM
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Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: Will Davis on October 23, 2011, 06:22:07 PM
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Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Results and Photos
Post by: Will Davis on October 24, 2011, 07:41:51 AM
Sonny Williams receives a Original 1954 King Orange International ( KOI) Trophy for his support of the club and the contest over the years , he competed in the KOI  in speed in 1954 and held a speed record for years.

He lost the original trophy in a house fire years ago  , we found this replacement and presented it to Sonny at the Banquet  
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Results and Photos
Post by: Joe Gilbert on October 24, 2011, 08:12:10 AM
The Carolina Gang did a great job, good contest and good floks, Colleen and I had a great time ,thanks to all.

Joe Gilbert
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Results and Photos
Post by: Will Davis on October 24, 2011, 08:49:45 AM
A few more pics form the Prersentation,  Joe is accepting his first place trophy in Profile, and check out David Smith's Wen Mac P 38, Just like Banjock's Models  .... yes he does fly it,
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Results and Photos
Post by: Bob Reeves on October 24, 2011, 09:22:53 AM
Tickeled me that Joe Gilbert pulled off a first in Baton Rouge then did it again in Huntersville flying the T6 running a Saito 40 with my carb mod. Way to go Joe  y1 #^
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Results and Photos
Post by: Will Davis on October 24, 2011, 10:28:48 AM

Bob ,

I judged profile on Saturday with Kent Tysor, Big Class, long Day  , we both agreed  the T 6  is real impressive and the Motor Run was perfect . Pretty good pilot at the handle too
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Oct 22 and 23
Post by: david smith on October 24, 2011, 05:45:47 PM
Is that David Smith on the hanging carrier?   if it is, I give him one foul for being over 60 degrees. LL~ LL~ LL~

Thanks for the photos.  Now for the rest of the story. D>K
Nope that is Everett Shoemaker.  I have the black mustang in kbt of the other pics.
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Results and Photos
Post by: Lynn Weedman on October 24, 2011, 07:00:26 PM
I would like to say that it was an excellent contest, you guys and gals put on a top notch event. I really enjoyed the fellowship among all the flyer's and the carrier & combat events brought some extra excitement to the contest. Hats off & extra kudos to the Metrolina Controline Club for putting on a great event. I will be looking forward to returning to Huntersville again for the spring event.  H^^ H^^ H^^ y1 #^

Ps. Will, how about posting some more footage of the action, I'm sure there was a lot of stuff we all missed with all the events going on.

Thanks again, Lynn Weedman Vice President X47Flyers
Title: Re: Huntersville NC Contest Results and Photos
Post by: Joseph Patterson on October 24, 2011, 09:20:33 PM
  Those are some great pic's. Competition was very close. Enjoyed the report. Congrats to the winners!
            Godspeed,
                          Doug