ChrisL 2 #1 March 20, 2007 As of today we are 4 months out Anyone heard anything about aircraft or anything? The only thing about 2007 on the "official" website refers to pre-registration dates.__ My mighty steed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mirage62 0 #2 March 20, 2007 All I know is a bunch of our dz is going. I haven't been in five years and maybe it has gone back to it's roots..........Kevin Keenan is my hero, a double FUP, he does so much with so little Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HillerMyLife 0 #3 March 21, 2007 I'm pretty sure the DC-9 from Perris will be there...and if my plans come out ok so will I!Someday Never Comes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yoink 321 #4 March 21, 2007 Wasn't there some dissapointment last year that a load of vendors weren't in attendance? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisL 2 #5 March 21, 2007 QuoteWasn't there some dissapointment last year that a load of vendors weren't in attendance? There was indeed. Several notable vendors didn't attend the convention. That didnt affect my decision to go and I had a totally awesome time. I didnt go all the way to Rantoul to go shopping.__ My mighty steed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mirage62 0 #6 March 21, 2007 Me too. Vendor's just aren't a big reason for me to go or not go. I normally cruise through but if XXX say's they aren't going to be there big deal. Of course I have all my gear and aren't worried about buying new gear Kevin Keenan is my hero, a double FUP, he does so much with so little Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyU 0 #7 March 22, 2007 I'll be there. I've gone for the past few years, and it may not of been the best year, I had A LOT of fun last year. And you can't forget the JET!!!!-- Andy Ussach Team Dirty Sanchez Ex-Vice President #38 Explosivo Rodriguez #1385, Muff Brother #3503, "Woody" Hellfish #646 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gearless_chris 1 #8 March 25, 2007 Last year was great, even after dangling from the Casa and landing off. I loved the canopies in the air with lightning in the backround, it was real hot on the last Friday though. Looking forward to this year and whatever new jump planes I get to log."If it wasn't easy stupid people couldn't do it", Duane. My momma said I could be anything I wanted when I grew up, so I became an a$$hole. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Katrinka 0 #9 March 25, 2007 what is the "official" website? can you give me web address?Its time to rock&roll. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jceman 1 #10 March 25, 2007 Quotewhat is the "official" website? can you give me web address? This is the official website of the convention. Faster horses, younger women, older whiskey, more money. Why do they call it "Tourist Season" if we can't shoot them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyU 0 #11 March 26, 2007 I just wish that they would hurry up and put some sort of information on it. I'm still trying to plan my dates, but have nothing to go on yet!-- Andy Ussach Team Dirty Sanchez Ex-Vice President #38 Explosivo Rodriguez #1385, Muff Brother #3503, "Woody" Hellfish #646 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jceman 1 #12 March 26, 2007 QuoteI just wish that they would hurry up and put some sort of information on it. I'm still trying to plan my dates, but have nothing to go on yet! Hey Beth! You might want to pass this on to whoever is handling the site now or light a candle under Don's butt or something like that there. Lack of new information/updates does not send a good message ... Faster horses, younger women, older whiskey, more money. Why do they call it "Tourist Season" if we can't shoot them? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
loudtom 5 #13 March 27, 2007 I just heard a vicious rumor that Don has cancelled the convention this year? An update on the website would help dispell this!!! lttom #90 #54 #08 and now #5 with a Bronze :-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
upndownshop 0 #14 March 27, 2007 QuoteI just heard a vicous rumor that Don has cancelled the convention this year? A update on the website would help dispell this!!! lt That would be a suprise to me, since I was asked with a few others to help out this year. Our goal is to give it a new look with new ideas. One is doing the TeXXas 20 way pink patch. We will raffle off the 20th slot to go jump with 19 ladies and receive your official Pink Patch, only about 17 guys have it in the world. like this guy.. http://www.skyfestboogie.com/pages/01Perry%20Perkins1.htm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 0 #15 March 27, 2007 QuoteI just heard a vicous rumor that Don has cancelled the convention this year? A update on the website would help dispell this!!! lt Heard the same rumor last night. You know how rumors go, sometimes true, sometimes false, but nearly always fun for some. We will see Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
desea 0 #16 March 27, 2007 I have heard the same, but unfortunately it sounded more fact than rumor. I will keep holding my breath until the web site is updated, but when it comes down to it, when they start calling the staff/volunteers to tell them....it sounds real to me. I guess the only non surprised person is Don Kirlin. As far as I go, I am horribly upset and sadddened by this announcement. It would have been year 9 for me.Sometimes Femur is a Verb Sarah...Desea Rodriguez Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
upndownshop 0 #17 March 27, 2007 QuoteI just heard a vicous rumor that Don has cancelled the convention this year? A update on the website would help dispell this!!! lt Well I have made a few phone calls with no luck. I did however find out that there will be a press release in the next couple of days. What will be released? They would not say? So your guess is as good as mine. This would be a shame, it has been a major part of skydiving history and I was looking forward to assisting in this years event planning. not looking good Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 0 #18 March 27, 2007 Cancelled. It's on the wffc message board https://secure.freefall.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=469 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
upndownshop 0 #19 March 27, 2007 Mar 27th 2007 Don Kirlin and the World Free Fall Convention announced today the 2007 event has been cancelled. Citing logistic and personal reasons, the world's largest skydiving event is taking a break. The convention has always been on the cutting edge of the industry. From unusual jump ships to manufacturers with new products to debut, the convention has been the place that lured skydivers from around the world to Illinois for 10 days each year. As the sport has changed over the years, the convention has taken on many different looks appealing to different segments of the industry. The convention takes months of planning and money to strive to be what it's founder, Don Kirlin believed in most... He always challenged his team to produce the best skydiving event in the world year after year. After 17 years, and moving the event from Quincy, IL to Rantoul, IL, he says it's just time to take a little break. "We need to recharge our batteries and start fresh reinventing the World Free Fall Convention for the future. I've always tried to think outside of the box, I'm open to ideas, and look to the skydiving community for ideas as we assess every aspect of our operation. I'm not sure where we will be in 2008, but, it is my desire along with the staff of the WFFC, that we will be back in the grand form in which the convention grew up from in the 90's." Mr. Kirlin noted that the WFFC has been the only boogie ever to provide a Boeing 727 for jumping purposes. Other remarkable jumpships include a Super Constellation, Family Channel Blimp, C-130, and Bell 412 Helicopter. B-17 and B-24 Bombers from World War II were a hit as well. Recently a glider and an AN-2 were featured along with a DC-9. Over 600,000 jumps have been completed during the course of the WFFCs' 17 years. Visitors from every State and over 70 foreign countries have come to jump the variety that only the WFFC has provided. "We have loved every minute of the past 17 years." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivr 0 #20 March 27, 2007 I AM BUMMED OUT BAAAAD I GOTTA GO SOMEWHERE!!!!Keith Abner D-17590 "Those who do, can't explain; those who don't, can't understand" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sled14 0 #21 March 28, 2007 Maybe on Sunday they say it was an April fools joke? Hopefully, really want to go to it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyU 0 #22 March 28, 2007 QuoteMaybe on Sunday they say it was an April fools joke? Hopefully, really want to go to it. I was thinking the same thing, but they will loose a lot of people if it was, so I'm sure they wouldn't joke like that. This really sucks! This has been an anual event for me for a while now. I was going to do half Rantoul and half Summer Fest, so I guess I have to reschedule and do all of Summerfest this year. It's only a week difference.-- Andy Ussach Team Dirty Sanchez Ex-Vice President #38 Explosivo Rodriguez #1385, Muff Brother #3503, "Woody" Hellfish #646 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mirage62 0 #23 March 28, 2007 DAMN, I skip five yrs and they cancel itKevin Keenan is my hero, a double FUP, he does so much with so little Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 35 #24 March 28, 2007 QuoteDAMN, I skip five yrs and they cancel it So, everyone can blame you then?She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyU 0 #25 March 28, 2007 QuoteQuoteDAMN, I skip five yrs and they cancel it So, everyone can blame you then? I head that 4 was the limit. As soon as someone hit 5.......-- Andy Ussach Team Dirty Sanchez Ex-Vice President #38 Explosivo Rodriguez #1385, Muff Brother #3503, "Woody" Hellfish #646 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
