tvandijck 0 #26 October 11, 2011 Great, see you there Jarno. not sure if I will actually enter the competition or not, but I'll be there to fly. Not sure when I'll arrive, am at the USA Nationals in Eloy during the week, which is overlapping with this event. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electronaut 0 #27 October 12, 2011 Airfare bought. Staying for almost 2 weeks. Oof! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #28 October 16, 2011 QuoteGreat, see you there Jarno. not sure if I will actually enter the competition or not, but I'll be there to fly. Not sure when I'll arrive, am at the USA Nationals in Eloy during the week, which is overlapping with this event. Tom, Please get here early. I may have trouble keeping Jarno away from the Hideaway bar, and don't have a stable to keep him and his drunk-ass pony in check. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 74 #29 October 16, 2011 So that's why it doesnt start thursday yetThursday nights are always hard! But at least I don't have to sit and be quiet if someone yells 'Who here has ever puked in a Jacuzi!' (and trailer, car, sidewalk...etc;) Ill behave...Ill be busy getting the hang of this new toy Ill be flying anyways... JC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #30 October 26, 2011 The number of folks coming in is staggering; That this is the first wingsuit comp in the US is generating more interest than originally anticipated. Flysight is providing their units for each competitor, Paralog for the competition judging, L&B/PF/Skydive Elsinore providing trophies, medals, and prizes. Robi coaching, Jarno coaching, plus multiple aircraft, mountain runs in the sunset....really looking forward to meeting many new faces. At least one (maybe two) new manufacturers have said they'll be there to compete with their new goods, there is rumor that some new PF wings will be there too. If you're on the fence about coming out...ONT, LAX, LBA, PSP, SDA, and SNA are all close airports. The Casino has special rates for the event. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIRDDOCTOR 0 #31 October 26, 2011 I'll bet those new PF wings are pretty nice :)Base# 1638 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #32 October 28, 2011 For those that aren't attending, we've just tested the live stream for this event. Working great! It will be hosted at: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/9616555 or http://ustre.am/ElHJ You'll be able to see folks as they compete, get live score results, and hear Lurch cracking jokes from time to time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #33 October 28, 2011 If you have not registered, I highly recommend you do so. Not only do you save 10.00, but it assures you'll get a Tshirt and other good stuff. Call the Manifest ladies @ Skydive Elsinore, (951) 245 9939 and get registered. Several registered so far, Tshirt order goes in Monday Morning. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Migs 0 #34 October 31, 2011 Looking forward to the event! ~Migs~ On Facebook Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 74 #35 October 31, 2011 Same here! Im bringing extra comp units from EU so we have plenty of GPSes for everyone!JC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Migs 0 #36 October 31, 2011 We were originally going to bring 4, but one wont be able to make it so we are down to 3.~Migs~ On Facebook Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #37 October 31, 2011 Any Flyights that show up extra are appreciated, we only have 23 for the comp (Otter load) and we've got more competitors than that.... Also hoping to do a high-speed flock or two with the kind of talent coming to this event. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WickedWingsuits 0 #38 November 1, 2011 QuoteAny Flyights that show up extra are appreciated, we only have 23 for the comp (Otter load) and we've got more competitors than that.... Also hoping to do a high-speed flock or two with the kind of talent coming to this event. I signed up today. I have a flysight but I don't know if it needs anything for "competion" mode? If the firmware needs changing just let me know. SimonSummer Rental special, 5 weeks for the price of 4! That is $160 a month. Try before You Buy with Wicked Wingsuits - WingsuitRental.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #39 November 1, 2011 Glad you'll be bringing yours, but you likely won't be using it for the comp. units are scrubbed per jump so that there is no confusion, nor claims of tweaked software. Units are randomly assigned as well. Any units "borrowed" from their respective owners, will be returned in identical condition, but scrubbed of any data. Looking forward to seeing you here, Simon! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #40 November 1, 2011 There are four of these, in addition to medals, plus the assortment of other winners earnings. Open/Distance Open/Speed Intermediate/Distance Intermediate/Speed Elsinore Casino still has rooms in the lower building @skydiver rates. If you haven't called manifest to register, do so. Otherwise we can't guarantee Tshirts in your size. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
omnia 0 #41 November 1, 2011 i'm looking at the attendee list and think we really need a women's category ;) j/k! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #42 November 1, 2011 Quotei'm looking at the attendee list and think we really need a women's category ;) j/k! Well now that you mention it, there is a 'Prom queen' category :-) BTW, we'll have more of the "Prom Dresses" shirts available at The Cup comp too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WickedWingsuits 0 #43 November 1, 2011 QuoteGlad you'll be bringing yours, but you likely won't be using it for the comp. units are scrubbed per jump so that there is no confusion, nor claims of tweaked software. Units are randomly assigned as well. Any units "borrowed" from their respective owners, will be returned in identical condition, but scrubbed of any data. Looking forward to seeing you here, Simon! Ah I see, makes sense, I won't be able to throw mine into the pot then as it is pretty much glued to my helmet! SimonSummer Rental special, 5 weeks for the price of 4! That is $160 a month. Try before You Buy with Wicked Wingsuits - WingsuitRental.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #44 November 1, 2011 QuoteQuoteGlad you'll be bringing yours, but you likely won't be using it for the comp. units are scrubbed per jump so that there is no confusion, nor claims of tweaked software. Units are randomly assigned as well. Any units "borrowed" from their respective owners, will be returned in identical condition, but scrubbed of any data. Looking forward to seeing you here, Simon! Ah I see, makes sense, I won't be able to throw mine into the pot then as it is pretty much glued to my helmet! Simon No problem, we'll provide one for you. No competitor will be using their own flysight for this particular event. Smart people, custom programming, all that sort of thing...wanna be sure no one has any hidden advantage. Thank you for the offer tho! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WickedWingsuits 0 #45 November 3, 2011 I am a bit confused about a few things, remember I am new to competition. On the Elsinore Website it says Time and Distance but here it says Speed and Distance. First I wonder why are all 3 not included. I think I understand what Time and Distance is but for speed I am also confused. Is headdown the fastest way through the window or is there a distance element to it? If you can refer me to the rules that might help me out, I would like to come prepared with a clue. Thanks. SimonSummer Rental special, 5 weeks for the price of 4! That is $160 a month. Try before You Buy with Wicked Wingsuits - WingsuitRental.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #46 November 3, 2011 Thanks for the heads-up on that, Simon. The webmaster of the Elsinore page apparently copied that from early media. I don't have the ability to change it, but wasn't aware the Elsinore Event's page had it incorrect. The Facebook page is accurate; there is no Time event. Sure...go head-down through the window. :-) See where that gets you. Time....is for skinny lil' guys in big suits; no talent required. They can be a leaf that goes nowhere. The tasks may indeed be combined in future events. For this event, we didn't want to require large numbers of jumps for the tasks not only to make it more economically feasible, but to also provide a more broad competition experience for the first comp in the US. We intend to combine all three for an All-around award in the future. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WickedWingsuits 0 #47 November 3, 2011 Understood. How is speed measured then? Is it a value taken directly from the GPS or is it something like distance\time which I have heard thrown around? Just trying to visualize here...Summer Rental special, 5 weeks for the price of 4! That is $160 a month. Try before You Buy with Wicked Wingsuits - WingsuitRental.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #48 November 3, 2011 Taken directly from the Flysight assigned to you, measured by Paralog competition software. FWIW, *most* everyone is new to competition, AFAIK, Lurch is the only one that has flown in this kind of comp that is attending the US Cup. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 74 #49 November 3, 2011 Robert and myself have been to a few of these as wellTouchdown in LA. A special secret adventure tomorrow, and than Elsinore in the early evening! See you all there! JC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
unclecharlie95 3 #50 November 3, 2011 Quote Time....is for skinny lil' guys in big suits; no talent required. They can be a leaf that goes nowhere. Interesting you make this distinction as heavier pilots have an advantage in the speed round. But I see the sense in requiring less jump tickets to compete etc. Have fun everyone, it looks like there will be a great turn out :)BASEstore.it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
