tunnelmom 0 #1 October 13, 2008 At the Guantlett there was a lot of talk about putting together a "tunnel circuit" so that each of the tunnels, or at least 3 or 4 of the tunnels would host a competition once a year. The Guantlett was so much fun that there seemed to be a lot of interest in this. Even the 12 foot tunnels could have quite a few different events, artistic routines, 2 way VRW, etc. I am just curious what people would think of this and how many might attend an event like this in a smaller tunnel. It seemed like the Orlando competition was also very successful in September. We are thinking of doing one in Colorado at the end of January and trying to get an idea of the participation level. Based on feedback from teams at the Guantlet, it would be potentially very successful to do this on a regular basis. I am just curious who out there would be interested in participating in something like this? Also, what type of feedback would people have for the types of events to have in a 12 foot tunnel other than 2 way vrw and artistic routines. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites donabones 0 #2 October 14, 2008 NorCal Alliance and Team Eos (NorCal's NEW female tunnel team) would be VERY interested in the Colorado competition on January 24/25th! We should definitely have MORE tunnel comps in 2009. Thanks!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kimsdu 0 #3 October 14, 2008 The Orlando tunnel cannot succesfully host any 4 way events but we had 87 registrants for the comp in september flying 2 ways and solo categories. Tunnel circuit would be great and i think that should include the "slow" tunnels having to adjust and fly in different speeds will only add more excitement to competition. Ray kubiak is a perfect example of someone who can do both very well. PS SVO just upgraded and should be topping out now at over 155mph!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites riffraff 0 #4 October 14, 2008 Quote At the Guantlett there was a lot of talk about putting together a "tunnel circuit" so that each of the tunnels, or at least 3 or 4 of the tunnels would host a competition once a year. The Guantlett was so much fun that there seemed to be a lot of interest in this. Even the 12 foot tunnels could have quite a few different events, artistic routines, 2 way VRW, etc. I am just curious what people would think of this and how many might attend an event like this in a smaller tunnel. It seemed like the Orlando competition was also very successful in September. We are thinking of doing one in Colorado at the end of January and trying to get an idea of the participation level. Based on feedback from teams at the Guantlet, it would be potentially very successful to do this on a regular basis. I am just curious who out there would be interested in participating in something like this? Also, what type of feedback would people have for the types of events to have in a 12 foot tunnel other than 2 way vrw and artistic routines. 4-way VRW is doable in a 12 foot recirculator, so there's no reason to leave that out. :) The higher windspeeds of the recirculators make them "feel" bigger when doing VRW so it shouldn't be a problem for most teams I think. You will probably want to take the diffusers out from under the doors in the colorado tunnel though if you want to have 4-way, because those things will definitely cause issues for competitors when near the doors. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RossDagley 0 #5 October 20, 2008 Hey It's a pretty awesome idea. With two tunnels (soon three) in the UK, we can represent the UK Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kimsdu 0 #6 October 20, 2008 4-way VRW is doable in a 12 foot recirculator, so there's no reason to leave that out. :) The higher windspeeds of the recirculators make them "feel" bigger when doing VRW so it shouldn't be a problem for most teams I think. You will probably want to take the diffusers out from under the doors in the colorado tunnel though if you want to have 4-way, because those things will definitely cause issues for competitors when near the doors. At this time 4 way VRW is definitly not doable in Orlando when topped out ........ 2 way HD static is hard enough however Orlando should be getting speeds of 155mph soon so we will keep you posted.... ITS NOT THE SIZE ITS THE SPEED....... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites RossDagley 0 #7 October 21, 2008 I heard they got their upgrade already - did they or didn't they? Anyone know? I've got a trip to Orlando coming up and fancy another few hours in there... Gotta big up my Orlando buddies Chris and Nick. Thanks for putting up with me last time! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
donabones 0 #2 October 14, 2008 NorCal Alliance and Team Eos (NorCal's NEW female tunnel team) would be VERY interested in the Colorado competition on January 24/25th! We should definitely have MORE tunnel comps in 2009. Thanks!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kimsdu 0 #3 October 14, 2008 The Orlando tunnel cannot succesfully host any 4 way events but we had 87 registrants for the comp in september flying 2 ways and solo categories. Tunnel circuit would be great and i think that should include the "slow" tunnels having to adjust and fly in different speeds will only add more excitement to competition. Ray kubiak is a perfect example of someone who can do both very well. PS SVO just upgraded and should be topping out now at over 155mph!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riffraff 0 #4 October 14, 2008 Quote At the Guantlett there was a lot of talk about putting together a "tunnel circuit" so that each of the tunnels, or at least 3 or 4 of the tunnels would host a competition once a year. The Guantlett was so much fun that there seemed to be a lot of interest in this. Even the 12 foot tunnels could have quite a few different events, artistic routines, 2 way VRW, etc. I am just curious what people would think of this and how many might attend an event like this in a smaller tunnel. It seemed like the Orlando competition was also very successful in September. We are thinking of doing one in Colorado at the end of January and trying to get an idea of the participation level. Based on feedback from teams at the Guantlet, it would be potentially very successful to do this on a regular basis. I am just curious who out there would be interested in participating in something like this? Also, what type of feedback would people have for the types of events to have in a 12 foot tunnel other than 2 way vrw and artistic routines. 4-way VRW is doable in a 12 foot recirculator, so there's no reason to leave that out. :) The higher windspeeds of the recirculators make them "feel" bigger when doing VRW so it shouldn't be a problem for most teams I think. You will probably want to take the diffusers out from under the doors in the colorado tunnel though if you want to have 4-way, because those things will definitely cause issues for competitors when near the doors. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RossDagley 0 #5 October 20, 2008 Hey It's a pretty awesome idea. With two tunnels (soon three) in the UK, we can represent the UK Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kimsdu 0 #6 October 20, 2008 4-way VRW is doable in a 12 foot recirculator, so there's no reason to leave that out. :) The higher windspeeds of the recirculators make them "feel" bigger when doing VRW so it shouldn't be a problem for most teams I think. You will probably want to take the diffusers out from under the doors in the colorado tunnel though if you want to have 4-way, because those things will definitely cause issues for competitors when near the doors. At this time 4 way VRW is definitly not doable in Orlando when topped out ........ 2 way HD static is hard enough however Orlando should be getting speeds of 155mph soon so we will keep you posted.... ITS NOT THE SIZE ITS THE SPEED....... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RossDagley 0 #7 October 21, 2008 I heard they got their upgrade already - did they or didn't they? Anyone know? I've got a trip to Orlando coming up and fancy another few hours in there... Gotta big up my Orlando buddies Chris and Nick. Thanks for putting up with me last time! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
