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Title: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on April 29, 2010, 06:25:18 PM
I may be early asking this, but Brodak is only 48 days away (6 weeks and 6 days)!!!  Today we got the new vehicle set up for carrying the planes to PA.

So...who's heading to Brodak???

I registered two nights ago, and am taking my Oriental Plus, the Ares, and grandpa's Black Tiger for OTS.  Grandpa is taking his Big Job, and he has three choices for the next plane and only one slot available.  It will be either his P-47, the P-40, or his Starfire (I have a feeling his Starfire will be going).

Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: john e. holliday on April 30, 2010, 08:14:55 AM
Only 5 planes?  You need a bigger vehicle or learn how to stack them.  One year going to Pawnee Rock KS to fly a two day contest with my son, Melvin and myself.  I had a Crysler station wagon.  We flew racing, combat, stunt and carrier.  Had 19 airplanes, with the pit boxes and the boxes for parts.  Of course JJ was only about 12 and set between Melvin and myself. H^^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on April 30, 2010, 10:37:06 AM
Only 5 planes?  You need a bigger vehicle or learn how to stack them.  One year going to Pawnee Rock KS to fly a two day contest with my son, Melvin and myself.  I had a Crysler station wagon.  We flew racing, combat, stunt and carrier.  Had 19 airplanes, with the pit boxes and the boxes for parts.  Of course JJ was only about 12 and set between Melvin and myself. H^^

Well as of now, 3 people are going to Brodak, me and the grandparents.  We are kind of looking around for a trailer so it would be a lot easier then having to take the whole second row out of the traverse, putting 4 planes there, I sit in the back with the planes and the black tiger is getting wrapped in bubble wrap, and stacked next to me.

We need a trailer...

Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Bill Little on April 30, 2010, 10:51:26 AM
STILL not sure if I can be there.  :'(  But I am trying! LL~

Mongo
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on April 30, 2010, 11:29:16 AM
Well Matt,
Looks like we will clean house at Brodaks. Just you, your Grandpa, and two guys from the south will be at Brodaks this year.
Well maybe a few others.

There is a Event on facebook.
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Zuriel Armstrong on April 30, 2010, 02:42:19 PM
I get to go this year and can't wait.  All I gotta do is finish a plane.

Thanks Paul ;)
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: peabody on April 30, 2010, 03:08:16 PM
I haven't missed one.....
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Bill Hodges on April 30, 2010, 03:27:53 PM
I had great plans to be there, but now it is looking doubtful.  We'll see.

Bill Hodges
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Joe Just on April 30, 2010, 04:25:18 PM
This year will be my 4th adventure there!  I have had plane tickets for 4 months, motel reservations as well. I will be flying from Tri Cities WA to Detroit and dragging along Marc warwashanna from there.  This year I will only be entering Carrier but expect to hold on to my Brodak record of 7 entries and 7 last places so far.  I am the reigning last place Champion!  Will also be there to exchange barbs and set back International friendship between the U.S. and Austrailia once again! I will hopefully be able to help at the racing circle. On top of that, the real reason I go to the Brodak fly-In and enter, is to get my fill of the World's best potatoe salad at the picnic!

Joe Just

I am also hoping to have a Carrier plane or two available for an "after hours"  "give Carrier a try" flights for interested folks. (With John's permission of course)
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on April 30, 2010, 08:14:04 PM
I get to go this year and can't wait.  All I gotta do is finish a plane.

Thanks Paul ;)

I am glad you can go!

Geet-R-Dunn!!!

Each year we talk about getting a Stunt Hangar group photo. I think we should really do it this year.

Or is this everyone.
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: ChrisSarnowski on April 30, 2010, 10:15:03 PM
I'm coming down from Boston, along with the usual cast of N.E.S.T characters.
Usual for them, anyway, this will be my 2nd Fly-In.

Planning to fly Classic, PA, Combat, maybe Profile.

-Chris
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on May 07, 2010, 03:14:48 PM
Brodak is only 39 days away!!!!!!!!  Send in the registration forms guys!

Grandpa will be taking the P-40 again, his Starfire (this is not Randy Smith's design) didn't fly worth spit...

Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on May 15, 2010, 09:36:57 AM
exactly one month until Brodak!!!  We leave in 29 days, not that I'm counting lol. #^ #^ #^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: stunt1 on May 15, 2010, 11:58:01 AM
Hey Matt,

How's that new ship coming along? Jim Borrelli and I are going and staying at the Holiday Inn recommended by Brodak in Uniontown.

Cheers,

Bob "Champione" Lampione
 AMA 605
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on May 15, 2010, 12:05:31 PM
Hey Matt,

How's that new ship coming along? Jim Borrelli and I are going and staying at the Holiday Inn recommended by Brodak in Uniontown.

Cheers,

Bob "Champione" Lampione
 AMA 605

hey Bob,

We're also staying at the Holiday Inn in Uniontown!!!

The ship is being repainted in the back, just need the black, and the clear, then put the motor back in and glue the hinges into the new elevators and it'll be ready to fly again!

You bringing the PA 75 United?

Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Dennis Moritz on May 15, 2010, 12:30:37 PM
Lots of Philly flyers. Even the walking wounded and mentally defective.
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on May 15, 2010, 02:42:21 PM
Lots of Philly flyers. Even the walking wounded and mentally defective.

Hey what does a fella have to do to get one of them Fancy Philly Flyers T-Shirts? Win the Junk Yard wars maybe?
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Dennis Moritz on May 15, 2010, 09:57:59 PM
Someone usually remembers to bring the shirts and hats. Could be we're running low. I'll try and remember to check. See you there soon at the Big B.
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Will Davis on May 27, 2010, 06:06:05 PM
From North and South Carolina, Watt Moore, Will Davis, Larry Fulwider ,Howard Shenton  James Duckworth,and others

Will
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Marvin Denny on May 27, 2010, 07:12:11 PM
  I'm entered and have motel reservations, but the health issue is still iffy.  We shal see if things go well at the Topeka contest this weekend.

  Bigiron
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Joe Just on May 28, 2010, 09:06:11 AM
I have had plane tickets and motel reservations for months!  Yesterday I shipped two .15 carrier models to Detroit and will drive to Carmichaels from there with a good friend.  Marvin, hope you can make it.  The two planes will be given away (sans motors) at the conclusion of the Carier compitition.
Joe Just
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Steve Fitton on May 28, 2010, 09:25:30 AM
Lots of Philly flyers. Even the walking wounded and mentally defective.

Well, that would mean that ALL the Philly Flyers are coming! n~
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: scott bolton on May 28, 2010, 12:53:49 PM
  Hi Matt,Thanks for the post. My Dad and I will be attending this year. Last year we went just to spectate and WOW what a great time we had. We will be rolling into Brodaks on wednesday and flying intermediate P.A. on friday & saturday. It sure was cool seeing that you and pap got your plane back in the air. Can't hardly wait to get there brother!!! I'll try to look you up and chat with you there. Best of luck with all your flying.    Thanks, Scott Bolton  ;D
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on May 28, 2010, 03:57:21 PM
  Hi Matt,Thanks for the post. My Dad and I will be attending this year. Last year we went just to spectate and WOW what a great time we had. We will be rolling into Brodaks on wednesday and flying intermediate P.A. on friday & saturday. It sure was cool seeing that you and pap got your plane back in the air. Can't hardly wait to get there brother!!! I'll try to look you up and chat with you there. Best of luck with all your flying.    Thanks, Scott Bolton  ;D

Your welcome.  See you there!

15 days until Brodak (not including today) until we leave!!!  I need to get my motor back from Randy...
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Larry Fulwider on May 31, 2010, 01:47:04 PM
. . .
So...who's heading to Brodak???

  . . .


Lots of folks missing here.

Nothing from any the Canadian (Beanfield?) gang (e.g. Kieth Morgan, Daniel Birk, . . .) a great bunch. They were all helpful, friendly, and supportive -- no matter what the weather or any other misfortune. Matt, you probably remember Daniel, about your age, but flew Intermediate last year (Us old guys hope he has moved up to Advanced   ;) ).

       Larry Fulwider

Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: ChrisSarnowski on June 01, 2010, 12:26:06 PM
I finally registered on-line last week, when I saw this thread pop up again.
You can pay with a credit card by phone, too. No need to use snail mail.

See ya there!
Chris
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 01, 2010, 01:55:41 PM
13 days and counting until we leave!!!!!!!!!!  #^  #^  #^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on June 01, 2010, 02:07:08 PM
16 days for me and Z. D>K
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Phil Spillman on June 01, 2010, 07:42:50 PM
Hi Everybody, I'll be there this year and will be flying for the 14th year in a row! My re-replaced shoulder is working better than I had expected! I am a most grateful guy! Originally my surgeon had told me that I wouldn't be allowed to fly at all until August this year! I have worked very hard an faithfully on my rehabilitation and it has worked out well for me. Won't be flying PA though only Profile, OTS, and Nostalgia 30.

Am looking forward to seeing all of you there!

Phil Spillman
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: mike donovan on June 01, 2010, 08:10:20 PM
I plan to be there along with my friend Joe Gilbert. we have to defend our junk wars title.  It is going to be fun
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on June 02, 2010, 06:35:28 AM
I plan to be there along with my friend Joe Gilbert. we have to defend our junk wars title.  It is going to be fun

Tell Joe we are gunning for you guys.

We got the corporate sponsor this year. They sent me an engine that is just killer! And we will be sporting our Team uniforms with the Corporate sponsors name. We will have model plane designer on the team that has been designing model planes longer then I have been alive, as well as a gun slinger of a pilot. It will be fun for sure! LL~

Go Team Rootbeard!
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Clancy Arnold on June 02, 2010, 07:00:55 AM
Matt
Hope to get to meet you at Brodak's.

If we get the chance you could try flying CL with one of my throttle controlled planes.
Clancy
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Tim Stagg on June 02, 2010, 08:17:11 AM
Matt,

I will be there on Monday, look forward to seeing you again. Not sure you remember me but I was the guy that told you not to be fooled by where the wind was coming from on the last round of PAMPA, as I was walking off the circle. I could have sword that the wind was coming from the opposite direction, almost lost my Tenacious and had to scrap the last flight......oh well. Anyway, you kicked my butt and I look forward to flying with you this year if you have not moved up to expert :)

This year I am all electric including my new tsunami PAMPA design. Still working on the trimming, it is really close and hope to have it flying like I want it by Brodak.  Safe travels and see you at Brodak

Tim Stagg
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: john e. holliday on June 02, 2010, 09:02:05 AM
That is one nice looking airplane.   H^^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Zuriel Armstrong on June 02, 2010, 10:45:16 AM
Tell Joe we are gunning for you guys.

We got the corporate sponsor this year. They sent me an engine that is just killer! And we will be sporting our Team uniforms with the Corporate sponsors name. We will have model plane designer on the team that has been designing model planes longer then I have been alive, as well as a gun slinger of a pilot. It will be fun for sure! LL~

Go Team Rootbeard!

 Z@@ZZZ
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 02, 2010, 04:18:42 PM
Matt,

I will be there on Monday, look forward to seeing you again. Not sure you remember me but I was the guy that told you not to be fooled by where the wind was coming from on the last round of PAMPA, as I was walking off the circle. I could have sword that the wind was coming from the opposite direction, almost lost my Tenacious and had to scrap the last flight......oh well. Anyway, you kicked my butt and I look forward to flying with you this year if you have not moved up to expert :)

This year I am all electric including my new tsunami PAMPA design. Still working on the trimming, it is really close and hope to have it flying like I want it by Brodak.  Safe travels and see you at Brodak

Tim Stagg

Hi Tim,

Now I know who gave me the tip in that wind.  Thanks a bunch for that!  I'm still in advanced for this year, but I am hoping to win, came in 5th last year, hopefully I'll be able to do a little better  :) .  That Tenacious was a cool looking airplane,a as well as this year's Tsunami.

See ya on Monday!
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 02, 2010, 04:19:08 PM
By the way...12 days and counting until we leave!!!  #^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Wayne J. Buran on June 02, 2010, 05:20:33 PM
North Coast Controliners, Cleveland, Ohio. At least eight for sure.
Wayne
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: catdaddy on June 03, 2010, 01:25:26 PM
For the first time in the last 5 years my family and I won't be making the trip to Brodak's this year. There are several reasons for this, but I won't bore you with the particulars. I'm going to miss the friends I see only at this contest, but please let everyone know that catdaddy is thinking about all the fun you guys are going to have and all the fun I will be missing. See Ya next year!
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Joe Just on June 03, 2010, 05:45:42 PM
Rick, *&^$#$%^!!!  Any way i can help? PM me.
Joe Just
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on June 03, 2010, 06:58:11 PM
For the first time in the last 5 years my family and I won't be making the trip to Brodak's this year. There are several reasons for this, but I won't bore you with the particulars. I'm going to miss the friends I see only at this contest, but please let everyone know that catdaddy is thinking about all the fun you guys are going to have and all the fun I will be missing. See Ya next year!

Sorry you can not make it Rick... your a fun guy to have around.
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Dennis Moritz on June 04, 2010, 04:32:23 AM
NO CATDADDY! SAD SAD SAD.

(Philly will dedicate ((some)) of our fun to CATDADDY and family.)
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: catdaddy on June 04, 2010, 02:08:18 PM
NO CATDADDY! SAD SAD SAD.

(Philly will dedicate ((some)) of our fun to CATDADDY and family.)

Rock On Philly!
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Bob Reeves on June 04, 2010, 02:47:16 PM
Rick, You will be missed.. Like the artwork on the bike but I know you quit smoking or did you  VD~
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: John Ashford on June 05, 2010, 06:54:08 AM
This is to "Team Rootbeard" and the "Wrecking Crew"

I am so sorry to inform you that you guys are going to be flying for second place in the JYW.   VD~  May the best team win (second)  The "Cat Stackers" are a cinch for first.  "Old age and and craftiness.........."  you know.

Later,  John
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on June 05, 2010, 07:15:17 AM
Hey John,
If we must lose I would rather lose to you then the Wrecking Crew (Joe and Mike). LL~

Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 05, 2010, 07:21:38 AM
This is to "Team Rootbeard" and the "Wrecking Crew"

I am so sorry to inform you that you guys are going to be flying for second place in the JYW.   VD~  May the best team win (second)  The "Cat Stackers" are a cinch for first.  "Old age and and craftiness.........."  you know.

Later,  John

And John has a secret weapon.............
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 05, 2010, 07:22:30 AM
and we pack in one week from today  #^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on June 05, 2010, 09:09:40 AM
And John has a secret weapon.............

Oh yea.... well we have a ACE in the hole!



Team Rootbeard
Skunk Works
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: John Ashford on June 05, 2010, 09:28:53 AM
The "Wrecking Crew" is made up of two of my closesest friends. Paul, I'm so glad that you and your son are entering.  It is with heavy heart that I see some of my favorite people going down in flames.

Later,  John
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 05, 2010, 10:11:05 AM
Checked with the Old Farmer's Almanac for the weather forecast for Brodak.  Looks like we're going to have sunny days and warm temperatures, assuming they're right, and they usually are...  #^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: mike donovan on June 05, 2010, 10:34:59 AM
to John and Paul, don,t get your hopes too high. Joe and I are working hard on this, we will see before long
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on June 05, 2010, 10:38:42 AM
to John and Paul, don,t get your hopes too high. Joe and I are working hard on this, we will see before long

Mike - know it is hard to keep a good man down, but if Joe lays down on the ground this year in the middle of the circle I am going to run out there and pin him down for a 3 count! LL~

Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Joe Gilbert on June 06, 2010, 11:47:21 AM
Paul maybe we can talk Zambelli into getting us a lazy boy recliner to fly from to make easier for you young bucks to fly from, I know how hard it is for you to get up from the ground. LOL  It is going to be a good time, see you soon.;) y1 #^ LL~
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Paul Taylor on June 06, 2010, 08:35:38 PM
 na# @@^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Dave Reyes on June 06, 2010, 09:19:56 PM
I'll be there.  Haven't flown yet this year so should be interesting.  Looking forward to seeing everyone.  A long for the smell of exhaust.

Dave Reyes
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Larry Fulwider on June 06, 2010, 09:32:54 PM
I'll be there.  Haven't flown yet this year so should be interesting.  Looking forward to seeing everyone.  A long for the smell of exhaust.

Dave Reyes

Great! Can't wait to see what "surprise" builds you bring.  H^^ Maybe another Hurricane (or rebuilt previous one?) Still have the Tucker?

       Larry Fulwider
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Dave Reyes on June 07, 2010, 07:43:27 AM
Hi Larry,

Yes, still have the Tucker which I'll be flying in Classic and perhaps for PAMPA.  The Hurricane rebuild is still in progress.  Actually it done, just finishing it, which takes awhile...shooting the clear coats, so won't be ready this year.  I'll bring to show off.  I'll be on the highway this time next week.

Dave Reyes
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 07, 2010, 10:10:51 AM
6 days until we leave!!!!!!  #^ #^ #^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 09, 2010, 12:21:37 PM
School ended today!!!  We started packing yesterday!!!  We finish packing on Saturday!!!  We leave on Sunday!!!  All that totals to a total 4 days until Brodak!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Robert Zambelli on June 09, 2010, 02:50:18 PM
"Paul maybe we can talk Zambelli into getting us a lazy boy recliner to fly from to make easier for you young bucks to fly from, I know how hard it is for you to get up from the ground. LOL  It is going to be a good time, see you soon"

Joe - I'll place the order!!!     LL~ LL~ LL~

         Bob Z.
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Elwyn Aud on June 10, 2010, 08:09:10 PM
Hope to be on the road early Friday morning. See ya'll there!
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: JamieHolford on June 10, 2010, 09:03:11 PM
If there is ever an event down here in my parts within driving distance ( 2-3 ) hours I would gladly attend.
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 11, 2010, 07:00:55 AM
Today is our last scheduled day to fly.  Then we pack tomorrow!!!!!  I am soooo excited
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Will Davis on June 12, 2010, 07:07:49 AM
Watt Moore, Myself and Gene Guffey are packing up today, heading out at daylight Sunday Morning , about a 8 hour drive . See you ther around 2 PM

Will
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: Matt Colan on June 12, 2010, 02:59:59 PM
Got the last flights on the Oriental Plus today.  1 foot of line length needs to come off.  The car is loaded minus the cooler, and clothes, and people.  We leave tomorrow morning at about 7am.

the adventure of the 2010 Brodak's has begun!!! #^
Title: Re: Who's heading to Brodak?
Post by: frank carlisle on June 13, 2010, 09:36:52 PM
I'll get there around 2 p.m. Monday.
I'm bringing the LA Heat. I've had some troubles with the outboard engine and tank. Right now it looks like there was crap in the tank. It's all flushed out and ready to test fly. I sure hope we got 'er fixed this time.
John Paris and his son Mike are coming as well as Jim Moreway.
Man, I sure am geeked to see everybody again. Wahoo..............