Author Topic: I need some encouragement to visit K.O.I. (Read 5803 times)

linheart smith · « **on:** January 04, 2014, 07:05:50 AM »

Hi guys.

Just finished shoveling 15" snow here in the northeast. Cabin fever is setting in big time.

Should I hop in the van and drive two days to Florida?

Linheart

peabody · « **Reply #1 on:** January 04, 2014, 07:22:07 AM »

Hi Linheart
It's a great contest and a nice break......
Mike Ostella likes the AutoTrain, which takes some of I-95 away!
Have fun!

Darkstar1 · « **Reply #2 on:** January 04, 2014, 07:39:27 AM »

Quote from: linheart smith on January 04, 2014, 07:05:50 AM

Hi guys.

Just finished shoveling 15" snow here in the northeast.

Should I hop in the van and drive two days to Florida?

Linheart

YES! If U can get out!

Avaiojet · « **Reply #3 on:** January 04, 2014, 07:50:23 AM »

If you knew what I gave up to move to FL, you would say I was crazy. Absolutely crazy.

I didn't do it just for the weather, and believe me, I have absolutely no regrets. Neither does my wife Paula.

Charles

Peter Ferguson · « **Reply #4 on:** January 04, 2014, 08:14:18 AM »

Should I hop in the van and drive two days to Florida?

absolutely! Get a bigger van and just stay here. No snow here.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #5 on:** January 04, 2014, 08:19:01 AM »

The last time I was in Florida to visit daughter, I was accused of bringing the cold weather with me. I even had a jacket on. This was at Stuart FL.

dennis lipsett · « **Reply #6 on:** January 04, 2014, 08:46:58 AM »

I was there 2 years ago and froze my butt off. Northern Florida was not warm but chilly and windy. If you going to have a KOI in Florida get South far enough to guarantee warm weather then it would truly be a winter break.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #7 on:** January 04, 2014, 08:54:40 AM »

Of course I have been at Tuscon and thankful I had my overcoat and gloves.

don Burke · « **Reply #8 on:** January 04, 2014, 09:13:58 AM »

Quote from: john e. holliday on January 04, 2014, 08:54:40 AM

Of course I have been at Tuscon and thankful I had my overcoat and gloves.

It was only 87 here yesterday in SOCAL, awful cold at 47 in the AM!!!ROFLMAO

Garf · « **Reply #9 on:** January 04, 2014, 10:02:22 AM »

In the beginning, the KOI was held in Miami, Florida. Seems like a lifetime ago.

EddyR · « **Reply #10 on:** January 04, 2014, 10:26:04 AM »

Linheart Send in the voucher or you will not get past the gate. It was cold there last year.
The KOI was also held at Sebring many years ago

Will Davis · « **Reply #11 on:** January 04, 2014, 11:18:51 AM »

Well worth the trip, the weather can be a little chilly for locals sometimes, most of the time it is very nice stunt weather, the thought of being in Florida makes it seem warmer,

it was 17 degrees here last night, so I am ready to go right now,

The contest should be on everyone's bucket list, well run contest, great host club, unlimited flying circles for practice, in Florida in January for the first contest of the year

, what else could you want

Norm Faith Jr. · « **Reply #12 on:** January 04, 2014, 07:31:23 PM »

Quote from: Garf on January 04, 2014, 10:02:22 AM

In the beginning, the KOI was held in Miami, Florida. Seems like a lifetime ago.

Master field...I could ride my bike there. Chased my Goldberg Viking clear past Amelia Earhart Field, out toward where the Palmetto Express way is. Scored a "max" on its very first flight. Miami Dade Community College is there now. You can still see parts of the old field on this site.
Norm

www.airfields-freeman.com

Steve Fitton · « **Reply #13 on:** January 05, 2014, 07:41:33 AM »

Cold or not, I wish I could be at the KOI. Where I am currently at, there is a foot of snow on the ground......

Garf · « **Reply #14 on:** January 05, 2014, 08:38:39 AM »

When the KOI was in Starke, it was 29* in the morning. I had the first flight and my engine didn't want to start.

Will Davis · « **Reply #15 on:** January 05, 2014, 09:16:02 AM »

Quote from: Steve Fitton on January 05, 2014, 07:41:33 AM

Cold or not, I wish I could be at the KOI. Where I am currently at, there is a foot of snow on the ground......

Steve,

It will not be he same without you . Looks like this guy thinks KOI weather will be nice and warm

peabody · « **Reply #16 on:** January 05, 2014, 12:32:56 PM »

The thermometer in the van said 87* on the way home from the field this afternoon....time for a swim....
Only going to be 53 here tomorrow.....brrrrrr....

john e. holliday · « **Reply #17 on:** January 05, 2014, 01:56:30 PM »

Rub it in Peabody. Yes it was 11F degrees here when I got out to shovel some snow and clear the van off. Only about three inches average. So I will get even and come visit you too.

bob whitney · « **Reply #18 on:** January 05, 2014, 06:55:15 PM »

74 deg yesterday ,overcast ,light breeze , flew all day. today 80 deg and sunny ,light breeze . 1st KOI was 1954 at main Side Navy base in Opa Loca ,2nd year was Masters field in Miami .it after a couple of years it went to Amelia Earnhart which was smaller but right next to Masters . dont know the dates but went to Sebring and then Jacksonville ,then Starke and St Augustine back to starke and back to white House. i know of 3 people that flew in the first KOI. i have all the results from the First one.hope that is not too much trivia.i
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Dennis Toth · « **Reply #19 on:** January 05, 2014, 08:14:34 PM »

Hopefully we are getting the cool weather is getting out of the way this week and KOI will be great. Remember to go to the contest tab and get the waiver and send it in. Will make your trip smoother once you get here. See you at KOI.

Best, DennisT

linheart smith · « **Reply #20 on:** January 14, 2014, 05:39:32 AM »

Heading out to Jacksonville later today. (1-14-14) Hope I-95 treats me well.

Linheart

John Craig · « **Reply #21 on:** January 14, 2014, 06:30:27 AM »

OLF Whitehouse, FL

Fri. 17 Jan Sunny, Breezy, high 60
Sat 18 Jan Sunny, High 56
Sun 19 Jan Sunny, High 61

From past experience with the cold fronts moving through the winds will be moderating on Sat & Sun.

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

The speed of the cold fronts have changed appears as if the KOI will not be as pleasant as last year. Looks like it will be a breezy Sunday.

Will Davis · « **Reply #22 on:** January 14, 2014, 04:30:28 PM »

Just for anyone that missed the KOI last year,and need encouragement to attend this year, attached are a few pictures of 2013 champ John Simpson and the fly off participants

Matt Colan · « **Reply #23 on:** January 14, 2014, 09:36:04 PM »

Is it Friday yet? Looking forward to seeing everyone and flying some stunt!!!

john e. holliday · « **Reply #24 on:** January 15, 2014, 08:28:24 AM »

Even though I live in the central parts of the states, this is still too far for this old man.

Steve Fitton · « **Reply #25 on:** January 15, 2014, 12:16:38 PM »

You lucky dogs, the weather's gonna be great

Will Davis · « **Reply #26 on:** January 15, 2014, 02:56:42 PM »

Heading out very early Friday morning With Watt Moore and Wayne Robinson for a great weekend in sunny Florida , after a normal stop at the Eighth Air Force museum to pay our respects to the flyers that gave their life so we could enjoy our freedom .

it is suppose to snow here tonight , glad the weather will be good at KOI

Curt D Contrata · « **Reply #27 on:** January 15, 2014, 03:05:38 PM »

Quote from: John Craig on January 14, 2014, 06:30:27 AM

OLF Whitehouse, FL

Fri. 17 Jan Sunny, Breezy, high 60
Sat 18 Jan Sunny, High 56
Sun 19 Jan Sunny, High 61

From past experience with the cold fronts moving through the winds will be moderating on Sat & Sun.

Looking forward to seeing everyone.

...the lows are expected to be in the upper 20's, and Florida is a high humidity cold. Leave your swim suit at home & bring a coat!

Curt

linheart smith · « **Reply #28 on:** January 15, 2014, 05:03:43 PM »

OK I made it to Jacksonville. Hope I can find my way to the field and get in.
Staying at the Hampton.
Rm 211

Linheart

Will Davis · « **Reply #29 on:** January 15, 2014, 05:20:11 PM »

Linheart,

Glad you made it, see you on friday

Doug Burright · « **Reply #30 on:** January 15, 2014, 05:22:41 PM »

If anyone is passing through Wichita on their way to King Orange, pick me up, and I'll go with you! It would be nice to get out of this cold, windy place!

Dennis Toth · « **Reply #31 on:** January 16, 2014, 04:37:46 PM »

Guys,
Even though this is Florida, it looks like it will be a bit cool (40's) in the mornings. A couple tips:

Charge you glow driver and starter battery for IC.
Keep the batteries inside over night and out of the breeze.
Keep your fuel inside also.
Dress in layers. Have a windbreaker for the outer layer.

See you there.

Best, DennisT

tom_weedman · « **Reply #32 on:** January 16, 2014, 05:53:12 PM »

Leaving. Tomorrow. Me and Trish after work can't wait to get back to Florida. Looks like a good weekend lot warmer than the past few KOIS was raining and snow this morning in knightdale N C be good to see my family and friends

Steve Helmick · « **Reply #33 on:** January 16, 2014, 09:36:48 PM »

1) If you can't get a bump out of your engine due to cold weather, give it a shot of Ronson Lighter Fluid (aka Naptha).

2) If you can't get enough laps and don't have enough tank capacity for more, add no more than one oz. of Coleman lantern fuel per quart of glow fuel.

3) If your eStunter quits before the timer says it should, put in a bigger battery.

Thanks go out to Gerald Schamp for #1, and Dave Royer for #2. Expect miracles! Both tricks work a treat.

Steve

John Craig · « **Reply #34 on:** January 17, 2014, 04:18:04 AM »

Like it or not this will be the weather for the KOI. A change from what was predicted a week ago. Best heed the above suggestions. Dress warm, in layers; that breeze gets real cold after a couple of hours. For you pasty Yankees: Sunscreen might be a good idea.

http://www.usairnet.com/cgi-bin/launch/code.cgi?Submit=Go&sta=KVQQ&state=FL

http://www.usairnet.com/cgi-bin/launch/code.cgi?Submit=Go&sta=KNIP&state=FL

EddyR · « **Reply #35 on:** January 17, 2014, 06:37:15 AM »

Looka almost the same as last year except it was not windy on Sunday.

RknRusty · « **Reply #36 on:** January 19, 2014, 11:25:19 AM »

59 degrees and 21mph wind at about noon today, Sunday. At least the Sun is shining. I'm kinda sorta glad I didn't go, having never flown in that kind of wind.

Rusty

John Craig · « **Reply #37 on:** January 19, 2014, 05:03:23 PM »

Both days were flyable. Basic & beginner were able to put in their flights. Flying stopped because of rain & the wind picked up after that. It did get exciting for the experts as they were finishing after the noon hour. The wind made the finalists for the KOI cup demonstrate their true skill & nerves of steel. Congratulations C. C We were impressed. The wind did get best of a few planes. It was my impression that everyone had a good time & were happy that they came. Looking forward to the KOI 2015.

Paul Smith · « **Reply #38 on:** January 19, 2014, 06:30:11 PM »

I'm vacationing in SUNNY Colorado.

The buzz of snow machines is just like a model contest.

Curt D Contrata · « **Reply #39 on:** January 20, 2014, 04:41:04 AM »

Cold, windy, and tons of smiles sums up the contest.
It was a great weekend, with lots of great flying.

Curt

Special thanks to Randy Smith

James_Mynes · « **Reply #40 on:** January 20, 2014, 04:52:25 AM »

Quote from: linheart smith on January 04, 2014, 07:05:50 AM

Hi guys.

Just finished shoveling 15" snow here in the northeast. Cabin fever is setting in big time.

Should I hop in the van and drive two days to Florida?

Linheart

Linheart,

Good to see you found the encouragement you needed. Nice to meet you Saturday!

Jim

john e. holliday · « **Reply #41 on:** January 20, 2014, 07:40:08 AM »

Glad you guys/gals got the contest in. It was warm enough here in KANSAS if it hadn't been for the wind trying to blow me off the road.

James_Mynes · « **Reply #42 on:** January 20, 2014, 10:29:04 AM »

We had a little bit of wind, too.

Garf · « **Reply #43 on:** January 20, 2014, 11:58:46 AM »

Quote from: RknRusty on January 19, 2014, 11:25:19 AM

59 degrees and 21mph wind at about noon today, Sunday. At least the Sun is shining. I'm kinda sorta glad I didn't go, having never flown in that kind of wind.

Rusty

In Florida, if you don't learn to fly in the wind, you're not going to do much flying.

Author Topic: I need some encouragement to visit K.O.I. (Read 5803 times)

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