outkast Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 http://docs.google.com/View?docid=d7v5w ... gd=1&hl=en Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frazer1981 Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Could be a night mare if too many turn up?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantheman Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Looks fantastic, I knew Michael had been arranging this at Barrys place and was wondering when it would appear. Looks like just under 90 miles day 1 and 55 miles day 2. May need a refuel point between High Wycombe & Watford depending on wind - whos got a field that way ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irm750 Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 I am definately up for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike1714 Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 Wow, sounds very challenging, but I dont think I'm competant enough yet.............good luck to whoever takes part. Remember Ian we once spoke about something similar sometime ago? Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil_P Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 I'd give it a go, but would definitely require refuel points. I'm rather surprised there don't seem to be any planned in. Even if I somehow managed to stretch my endurance to two hours, then 25 ish mph isn't going to cut it. If I use 'bar to increase speed, there is no way I will get that two hour endurance. Either everyone is flying much more efficient wings than me, or there are an awful lot of over ten litre tanks. Oh if the devil were to cast his net on THAT day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irm750 Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 I know Mike. Spooky eh? I'm sure if you cram some hours between now and then you will be fine. They are looking for suggestions or offers for re-fuelling sites. Is there anywhere near Swanley/Brands Hatch that fits the bill? The route goes through that way on day 2. Best regards, Ian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike1714 Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Ian, Havent been idle mate, I have been trying to get hold of the head chappie at Brands hatch with a view to using the overflow car park as a possible refuelling site? No luck yet. I have also made some approached locally and still trying. Its mainly all arable farm land and the event seems to be happening at the wrong time of year? One or two people have been concerned about numbers flying or wanting to use their land, I am not able to be more specific. But there is time yet and I hope to be able to get something.......................I am also gunning for a permanent site for the Kent club. Watch this space. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irm750 Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Nice on Mike. Will have to get together for a flight when this poxy weather clears. Have you heard the good news about a certain chap not getting banged up? Best regards, Ian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete_b Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Nice on Mike.Will have to get together for a flight when this poxy weather clears. Have you heard the good news about a certain chap not getting banged up? Best regards, Ian. ?? Pete b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike1714 Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Yes weather? Interesting subject? Never did understand it!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sorry Phil, private joke amongst us Kent flyers mate!!!!!!!! It can only get better!!!!! Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike1714 Posted January 17, 2009 Share Posted January 17, 2009 Sorry meant Pete!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coggie49 Posted January 18, 2009 Share Posted January 18, 2009 Banged up????? I hate it when people put you on a donkey , then don't take you for a ride. David Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irm750 Posted January 19, 2009 Share Posted January 19, 2009 Apologies........................................ Just talking about an acquaintance of mine and Mike1714's who has had a spot of bother but is now OK. Didn't appreciate that a bit of idle gossip about someone that none of you know would get you so excited! Should've kept it for a PM. Apologies again - Back onto the Paramotor Rally Around London topic, which I would love to do and really does sound interesting! Best regards, Ian. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted April 18, 2009 Author Share Posted April 18, 2009 I would be surprised if this is still going ahead, I live under the intended flight path and the wind speed right now is 13mph at ground level, with gusts up to 16mph. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 18, 2009 Share Posted April 18, 2009 Well, Lets keep our fingers Xed for them to get a late start or an early one tomorrow maybe? The weather is for sure the most difficault aspect of arranging any XC in advance like this. Fingers Xed to all involved! SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outkast Posted April 18, 2009 Author Share Posted April 18, 2009 What I forgot to mention was its a south easterly wind so it will be right in their face, not seen any pass over all day. Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted April 18, 2009 Share Posted April 18, 2009 all, l got there about 8am and it was blowing about 17mph with little gusts and complete cloud cover, but about half a dozen went up about 10ish for a jolly with no problems. The main briefing was at 1115 by Michel and Laura and shortly after that about a third got away. There were organised fuel stops including two additional ones 'cos of the high winds. If l heard right there were slight problems around the Reading area. There were a lot of pilots just flying around Barry's field, me included (the Motor behaved itself but it was quite bumpy when l was up) l was glad when i did fly as about ten minutes after landing the winds really picked up again. The rest of the pilots on the trip decided to drive to the half way point (a microlite airfield) About 1630 any remaining pilots either camped for the night or left. All in all a great first day. Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 18, 2009 Share Posted April 18, 2009 Great! It's great that some got away! It looked like a pants day to me thats for sure. SW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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