slotperfect 7 #1 January 24, 2012 Raeford Parachute Center is hosting the Canopy Piloting Training Series March 23-25 2012. Spring training camp in between FLCPA meets #2 and #3 with coaching by Ian Bobo of the Performance Designs Factory Team and SFC Greg Windmiller of the U.S. Army Golden Knights (for his bio click on "Competition Teams," "Style & Accuracy," then Greg's picture in the bottom right). This event kicks off on Friday with a Canopy Piloting Fundamentals class from Greg Windmiller. Jumpers who are new to high performance approaches (e.g. progressing from a straight-in, full-flight approach to a turning approach using front risers) are welcome - Greg's class on Friday is set up with you in mind! Cost is $100 per day or $250 for the entire weekend for those who pre-register via PayPal (juan45@windstream.net) no later than 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 22nd. Includes world-class coaching, video debrief of all jumps, refreshments, and a catered meal. Hop and pop tickets are $16 each. Course uses official FAI inflatable course markers. CPTS sponsor Sun Path Products will be on site. Contact John Nolan for details: Facebook Page, CPTS Website, or juan45@windstream.net.Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #2 January 26, 2012 Raeford Aviation's PAC 750XL and Twin Otter will be available all weekend to handle this CPTS Event and regular DZ skydiver traffic. The PAC has a brand new prop and hot section and is climbing fast! The Otter door has recently received some TLC as well, and now has a positive vibe generator installed. Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #3 January 27, 2012 Sky Systems, USA (Doug Park), another CPTS sponsor, will also be on site for this event.Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #4 February 6, 2012 We are getting a LOT of interest in this event . . . lots of folks saying they are coming. We anticipated this and are prepared with two coaches - *BUT* - the only way to guarantee a slot is to pre-register. PayPal is the vehicle and the address is juan45@windstream.net We have a cap on the number of slots this event will support so you may want to finalize your plans.Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #5 February 18, 2012 Exciting updates: -In addition to being a skills camp, this event will be used to train Judges, mostly to familiarize them with the new Distance Event rules. -Taking advantage of the March breezes, the new distance course will be set up downwind for select canopy pilots to make distance runs attempting to set new North Carolina, FLCPA, and U.S. Distance records. -This additional event segment will likely result in some other competitive canopy pilots stopping by to have a go at breaking some records. More to follow as this segment continues to develop . . .Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ianmdrennan 2 #6 February 19, 2012 High likelihood I'll be there Performance Designs Factory Team Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #7 February 20, 2012 VERY glad to hear that, Ian. This event is shaping up to be our best ever! I have been working on some other arrangements today that will be a benefit for all participants - Competitors and Fundamentals folks as well. Now all we need is good weather. More to follow as I get all the other stuff nailed down . . .Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ianmdrennan 2 #8 March 7, 2012 Confirming my attendance See you there! Performance Designs Factory Team Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freefall109 0 #9 March 8, 2012 I am a newb, a few jumps away from my A and in need of some canopy coaching. What are the requirements for the class? Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #10 March 12, 2012 Hi! After careful consideration, I recommend that you stick with your current Instructors and skydiving school until you finish all training through your A license, then catch us at our next event. In the meantime, I can recommend some great sources of post-A license canopy coaching. I'm not sure of your location, but if you are close to us at Raeford I have local recommendations as well. We look forward to hearing from you!Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shaggio 0 #11 March 12, 2012 6 confirmed Peeps from Skydive Carolina will be there! It should be a blast!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freefall109 0 #12 March 13, 2012 Slotperfect, I am at RPC. Jason Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #13 March 13, 2012 I will be back in town this Friday . . . at RPC for Safety Day on Saturday. Look me up and we can chat about it.Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildcard451 0 #14 March 16, 2012 Quote6 confirmed Peeps from Skydive Carolina will be there! It should be a blast!! Who the hell invited you? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #15 March 19, 2012 Friendly pre-registration deadline reminder: To get the discounted 3-day weekend price of $250 you must pre-register no later than 7:00 PM Thursday, March 22nd. After that, cost is $100/day ($300 for the whole weekend). Pre-register via PayPal juan45@windstream.net. I will also be in PK's Grill and Pub at Raeford Parachute Center from 5:30 to 7:00 PM on Thursday March 22nd to handle registration.Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shaggio 0 #16 March 26, 2012 Thank you guys for hosting another fantastic event! I cant wait for CPTS event #4!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
