Author Topic: Huntersville NC Contest Results and Photos (Read 9500 times)

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

Thomas J. Weedman II · « **Reply #1 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?

Gene Martine · « **Reply #2 on:** October 10, 2011, 07:03:32 PM »

Will be there Friday, staying at the old Holiday Inn.
Gene

Thomas J. Weedman II · « **Reply #3 on:** October 10, 2011, 07:31:29 PM »

Quote from: Gene Martine on October 10, 2011, 07:03:32 PM

Will be there Friday, staying at the old Holiday Inn.
Gene

gene, would you happen to know the rates for the holiday inn?

Derek Barry · « **Reply #4 on:** October 11, 2011, 04:45:20 AM »

Same here, staying at the old Holiday inn.

Steve Fitton · « **Reply #5 on:** October 11, 2011, 05:34:17 AM »

Quote from: Thomas J. Weedman II on October 10, 2011, 07:31:29 PM

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!

Gene Martine · « **Reply #6 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

Thomas J. Weedman II · « **Reply #7 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.

ray copeland · « **Reply #8 on:** October 11, 2011, 08:05:11 PM »

Be there Friday morning! The wife and I are staying at the Hampton Inn.

John Tate · « **Reply #9 on:** October 11, 2011, 08:23:25 PM »

Several of us from the Norfolk Aeromodelers will be down on Friday afternoon.

John Tate

Dennis Moritz · « **Reply #10 on:** October 11, 2011, 11:52:04 PM »

3 Philly Flyers. (I hope!)

Tim Stagg · « **Reply #11 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

Derek Barry · « **Reply #12 on:** October 12, 2011, 07:34:27 AM »

Sounds like it is going to be a great contest! Cant wait to see everyone!

Derek

Will Davis · « **Reply #13 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

Phil Coopy · « **Reply #14 on:** October 12, 2011, 04:53:19 PM »

Can I still park my motorhome at the field as before?

Phil Coopy

Joe Gilbert · « **Reply #15 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.

EddyR · « **Reply #16 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

EddyR · « **Reply #17 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

Will Davis · « **Reply #18 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

Chuck Feldman · « **Reply #19 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

Robert Zambelli · « **Reply #20 on:** October 14, 2011, 08:02:53 AM »

Will - where will we eat on Saturday evening?

Bob Z.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #21 on:** October 14, 2011, 08:52:30 AM »

Quote from: 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

Well come by and pick me up.

Wife thinks I am crazy to think of moving down to Stuart to be with the daughter. I do too with all the humidity.

Will Davis · « **Reply #22 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

Steve Fitton · « **Reply #23 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

bill_gruber · « **Reply #24 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

Will Davis · « **Reply #25 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

Bill Little · « **Reply #26 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

Will Davis · « **Reply #27 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

Allen Brickhaus · « **Reply #28 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

Will Davis · « **Reply #29 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 .

Will Davis · « **Reply #30 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

EddyR · « **Reply #31 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

Steve Fitton · « **Reply #32 on:** October 18, 2011, 04:38:27 PM »

Check out that cool Douglas Skyray on that one trophy!

Lynn Weedman · « **Reply #33 on:** October 18, 2011, 04:40:04 PM »

Hey Will,
Did somebody make a sacrificial offering to the wind gods yet?

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.

Lynn Weedman · « **Reply #34 on:** October 18, 2011, 04:58:54 PM »

Quote from: 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

Chuck,
Give me a call & we can negotiate travel expences and departure & arrival times.
Lynn Weedman VP X47 Flyers.

Lynn Weedman · « **Reply #35 on:** October 18, 2011, 05:59:08 PM »

Quote from: 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

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.

Lynn Weedman · « **Reply #36 on:** October 18, 2011, 06:05:59 PM »

Quote from: William 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

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.

Lynn Weedman · « **Reply #37 on:** October 18, 2011, 06:08:08 PM »

Quote from: William 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

Sweet trophies !!!!!!!!!!!!

Alan Buck · « **Reply #38 on:** October 18, 2011, 07:21:19 PM »

Diane,Ken Armish & I are headed south wednsday for Huntersville. looking like a great contest.

Alan Buck · « **Reply #39 on:** October 18, 2011, 07:55:45 PM »

HEY Steve SkyRay on profile trophy. Lynn and Chuck glad you can make it

tom_weedman · « **Reply #40 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

Will Davis · « **Reply #41 on:** October 19, 2011, 07:54:57 AM »

First ... TJ will have to pry the Ringo Trophy out of this guy's hands

Ward Van Duzer · « **Reply #42 on:** October 19, 2011, 11:10:55 AM »

Wow! Trophies with a REAL purpose! Super idea Will...Sorry I missed it (again)

Ward-O

Thomas J. Weedman II · « **Reply #43 on:** October 19, 2011, 06:45:04 PM »

Quote from: William Davis on October 19, 2011, 07:54:57 AM

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

Phil Coopy · « **Reply #44 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.

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

Will Davis · « **Reply #45 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

Derek Barry · « **Reply #46 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

Will Davis · « **Reply #47 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

john e. holliday · « **Reply #48 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.

Thanks for the photos. Now for the rest of the story.

Will Davis · « **Reply #49 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 ,