freakydiver 0 #201 November 16, 2005 Figures, I work 3 miles from the tunnel and I just find out today we are moving to lakewood... oh well, we still have a tunnel in CO which is freaking great... i wonder if i can bring my one year old daughter to it. she'll be able to throw around her aff instructors whenver she gets to that point hehehehe... -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #202 November 17, 2005 Quotewe still have a tunnel in CO which is freaking great... Yup, doesn't get much better then thatQuotewonder if i can bring my one year old daughter to it. From the SkyVenture website. QuoteFAQ How old do you have to be to fly? The SkyVenture technology has proven to be very SAFE for flyers from 3 years old to ninety years old. Our professional staff is trained to provide a safe and fun environment for your most cherished loved ones. We do require a waiver to be signed by a parent or legal guardian for anyone under the age of 18. Let's give her a few years, then she'll be flying circles around usMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eeneR 1 #203 November 17, 2005 QuoteQuoteYou are right, looking good The only "important things" left are the turning vanes in the basement, the variable frequency drives and the inlet contractor. Why are they wasting so much time making it look pretty?? Hrrm...maybe trying to get the outside on it before the snow flies She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnyD 0 #204 November 17, 2005 QuoteQuote1. A place to eat. There is a great sushi place right across the parking lot. I know where I'll be spending my lunch money I will second that. Yuki is great. The Rio is also great. Their margies can also be used for Jet-A. You have been warned. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davedlg 0 #205 November 17, 2005 Quote Hrrm...maybe trying to get the outside on it before the snow flies Too late. Take a close look at the ground in this picture Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eeneR 1 #206 November 17, 2005 QuoteQuote Hrrm...maybe trying to get the outside on it before the snow flies Too late. Take a close look at the ground in this picture I was refering to the real snow..not the little flurries....She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #207 November 17, 2005 LOL....this is Denver doesn't matter how much it snows it melts within a few days. edit to add....it's snowing right now.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riddler 0 #208 November 17, 2005 QuoteWhy are they wasting so much time making it look pretty?? OK, I gotta say it. THIS IS THE COOLEST LOOKING TUNNEL EVER!!!!!! At least from the outside Yeah, I'm excited Trapped on the surface of a sphere. XKCD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GQ_jumper 4 #209 November 17, 2005 OK, I gotta say it. THIS IS THE COOLEST LOOKING TUNNEL EVER!!!!!! At least from the outside Yeah, I'm excited But you gotta admit, it's a nice-looking building. Quote Yeah its a cool lookin building, but I'd be more than happy to fly in an ugly tunnel as well, as long as it flies, I'm happyHistory does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid. --Dwight D. Eisenhower Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #210 November 20, 2005 Rumor has it that the wire/net is going in early tomorrow morning!May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites GQ_jumper 4 #211 November 20, 2005 They have to be about ready to start firing up those motors.History does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid. --Dwight D. Eisenhower Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #212 November 22, 2005 Time for new pictures May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites eeneR 1 #213 November 22, 2005 QuoteTime for new pictures Drool.....She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #214 November 23, 2005 I don't mean to rub this in your face too much, but just an update: The cable floor is done. Electricians are working everyday.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites diablopilot 2 #215 November 23, 2005 QuoteTime for new pictures Uhg. That's not a fun job, and I've never had to string a WHOLE net for the first time, just a few cables at a time....---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycat 0 #216 November 23, 2005 Yeah, after 4 hours only half of it was done, definately not a quick job. Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #217 November 23, 2005 QuoteUhg. That's not a fun job, and I've never had to string a WHOLE net for the first time, just a few cables at a time.... I too have never had to string a whole net. That job went to those that could handle it. But not to worry, Derek has promised that he will show me how to replace a cable when it's needed. I'm just now working up my list of excuses that I can give him ~I need to go pee first ~I need to answer the phone ~I need to take a call that's on hold ~I don't want to break a nail................ ~Just let me open this bottle of wine firstMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites brycew 0 #218 November 23, 2005 Is there a targetted opening date set? On the website it says Dec. 2005. I'm going to be in Denver in late December and am hoping to book some tunnel time + coaching in... Wondering if this will be feasible or not. Thanks, Bryce Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #219 November 23, 2005 The aim is late Dec. early Jan. It all depends on how fast some things get down. I would suggest keeping an eye on this thread, because once we are ready to take reservations, I promise, you will not miss the announcement.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Hooknswoop 19 #220 November 23, 2005 ~I need to go pee first- You can hold it. ~I need to answer the phone- Someone else can get it. ~I need to take a call that's on hold- Someone else can get it. ~I don't want to break a nail................ -Too bad. ~Just let me open this bottle of wine first- Um. OK. Sure. Derek Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freakydiver 0 #221 November 23, 2005 Is drinking and tunelling frowned upon hehehehehehehehehehehehe..... -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycat 0 #222 November 23, 2005 QuoteIs drinking and tunelling frowned upon hehehehehehehehehehehehe..... Well they conveniently opened next door to a bar. Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites flyangel2 2 #223 November 23, 2005 QuoteIs drinking and tunelling frowned upon hehehehehehehehehehehehe..... Personally I don't drink and get in the tunnel to fly. I think you would be hard pressed to find anyone that wants to waste their time or energy doing that. For me it would be wasting time that I could be learning. The bottle of wine will only be opened after the flying and job is doneMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites FrEaK_aCcIdEnT 0 #224 November 24, 2005 another good source of info for locations nearby http://www.skyventurecolorado.com/home/home.php here is a copy and paste: In the heart of Entertainment District SkyVenture Colorado is conveniently located in the Entertainment District where you will find the following stores and activites: Feature Restaurants: Brunswick - www.brunswickbowling.com John Holly's Asian Bistro - www.ufeedme.com/johnholly Brewery Bar - www.brewerybar3.com Bennigan's - 9220 Park Meadows Drive - 303-708-8204 www.bennigans.com Rio - www.riograndemexican.com India's Clay Oven - www.indiasclayoven.com Sweet Tomatoes - www.sweettomatoes.com Mimi's Cafe - 9155 Park Meadows Drive - 303-799-1211 www.mimiscafe.com Bennett's BarBQue - www.bennettsbbq.com Stallions - 9070 Maximus Drive - 303-662-9292 www.stallionsbar.com Fox & Hound - 9239 Park Meadows Drive - 720-875-9161 Champps - 8325 Park Meadows Center Drive - 303-799-1333 Papa Johns - 9227 West Lincoln Avenue - 303-792-5252 Black Jack Pizza - 9625E Arapahoe - 303-649-1212 Lone Star Steak House - 7431 Park Meadows Drive - 303-792-9592 Panera's Bread - www.panerabread.com Make sure you mention "SkyVenture Colorado"! Grocery Stores King Soopers - 17031 Lincoln Avenue - 720-851-7750 Safeway - 9229 Lincoln Avenue - 303-649-9111 Dry Cleaning Fox Cleaners - 8856 Maximus Drive - 303-792-2742 Heritage Cleaners - 9231 East Lincoln Avenue - 303-662-1469 Airport/Airlines Denver International Airport American Frontier United Taxi Service Super Shuttle - 303-370-1300 Yellow Cab - 303-777-7777 Trans-Shuttle - 720-203-9089 Stan's Executive Limousine - 720-560-8481 Car Rental Advantage Rent-a-Car - 8151 E. Arapahoe - Hotel Rate - 303-488-0163 Spa Services Anti Aging Spa - 9233 Park Meadows Drive - 303-370-1300 Department Store / Malls Park Meadows Mall - 8401 Park Meadows Center Drive - 303-792-2533 Target - 1950 East County Line Road - 303-797-1911 Walmart - 6675 Business Center Drive - 303-683-3641 Hospitals Centennial Medical Plaza - 14200 East Arapahoe Road - 303-699-3000 Highlands Ranch Medical Plaza - 99300 South University Boulevard - 303-471-4506 Pharmacies Safeway - 303-649-9111 Walmart - 303-683-4179 King Soopers - 720-851-7750 Additional Services Castle Pines at Ridgeway - 1414 Castle Pines Parkway - 303-688-0100 Coors Field - 2001 Blake Street - 303-762-5437 Invesco Field - 1900 Eliot Street - 303-649-7466 Kinkos - 8300 South Willow Street - 303-649-9663 Lincoln Hills Floral - 9500 Heritage Hills Circle - 303-706-1276 Lone Tree Veterinary Mediacl Ctr - 8681 Lincoln Avenue - 303-708-8050 Pepsi Center - 1000 Chopper Circle - 303-405-1100 United Artist Theater - 9355 Park Meadows Drive - 303-706-1833 US Post Office - 9609 South University Boulevard - 303-471-5142 ExPeCt ThE uNeXpEcTeD! DoNt MiNd ThE tYpOs, Im LaZy On CoRrEcTiOnS! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SkymonkeyONE 3 #225 November 25, 2005 Quote Personally I don't drink and get in the tunnel to fly. I think you would be hard pressed to find anyone that wants to waste their time or energy doing that. Ever see the "behind closed doors with Joan Lunden" wind tunnel episode? I epitomized the term "hung over" when we did that. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Next Page 9 of 22 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. 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flyangel2 2 #210 November 20, 2005 Rumor has it that the wire/net is going in early tomorrow morning!May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GQ_jumper 4 #211 November 20, 2005 They have to be about ready to start firing up those motors.History does not long entrust the care of freedom to the weak or the timid. --Dwight D. Eisenhower Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #212 November 22, 2005 Time for new pictures May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eeneR 1 #213 November 22, 2005 QuoteTime for new pictures Drool.....She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #214 November 23, 2005 I don't mean to rub this in your face too much, but just an update: The cable floor is done. Electricians are working everyday.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #215 November 23, 2005 QuoteTime for new pictures Uhg. That's not a fun job, and I've never had to string a WHOLE net for the first time, just a few cables at a time....---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #216 November 23, 2005 Yeah, after 4 hours only half of it was done, definately not a quick job. Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #217 November 23, 2005 QuoteUhg. That's not a fun job, and I've never had to string a WHOLE net for the first time, just a few cables at a time.... I too have never had to string a whole net. That job went to those that could handle it. But not to worry, Derek has promised that he will show me how to replace a cable when it's needed. I'm just now working up my list of excuses that I can give him ~I need to go pee first ~I need to answer the phone ~I need to take a call that's on hold ~I don't want to break a nail................ ~Just let me open this bottle of wine firstMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brycew 0 #218 November 23, 2005 Is there a targetted opening date set? On the website it says Dec. 2005. I'm going to be in Denver in late December and am hoping to book some tunnel time + coaching in... Wondering if this will be feasible or not. Thanks, Bryce Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #219 November 23, 2005 The aim is late Dec. early Jan. It all depends on how fast some things get down. I would suggest keeping an eye on this thread, because once we are ready to take reservations, I promise, you will not miss the announcement.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hooknswoop 19 #220 November 23, 2005 ~I need to go pee first- You can hold it. ~I need to answer the phone- Someone else can get it. ~I need to take a call that's on hold- Someone else can get it. ~I don't want to break a nail................ -Too bad. ~Just let me open this bottle of wine first- Um. OK. Sure. Derek Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakydiver 0 #221 November 23, 2005 Is drinking and tunelling frowned upon hehehehehehehehehehehehe..... -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #222 November 23, 2005 QuoteIs drinking and tunelling frowned upon hehehehehehehehehehehehe..... Well they conveniently opened next door to a bar. Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #223 November 23, 2005 QuoteIs drinking and tunelling frowned upon hehehehehehehehehehehehe..... Personally I don't drink and get in the tunnel to fly. I think you would be hard pressed to find anyone that wants to waste their time or energy doing that. For me it would be wasting time that I could be learning. The bottle of wine will only be opened after the flying and job is doneMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FrEaK_aCcIdEnT 0 #224 November 24, 2005 another good source of info for locations nearby http://www.skyventurecolorado.com/home/home.php here is a copy and paste: In the heart of Entertainment District SkyVenture Colorado is conveniently located in the Entertainment District where you will find the following stores and activites: Feature Restaurants: Brunswick - www.brunswickbowling.com John Holly's Asian Bistro - www.ufeedme.com/johnholly Brewery Bar - www.brewerybar3.com Bennigan's - 9220 Park Meadows Drive - 303-708-8204 www.bennigans.com Rio - www.riograndemexican.com India's Clay Oven - www.indiasclayoven.com Sweet Tomatoes - www.sweettomatoes.com Mimi's Cafe - 9155 Park Meadows Drive - 303-799-1211 www.mimiscafe.com Bennett's BarBQue - www.bennettsbbq.com Stallions - 9070 Maximus Drive - 303-662-9292 www.stallionsbar.com Fox & Hound - 9239 Park Meadows Drive - 720-875-9161 Champps - 8325 Park Meadows Center Drive - 303-799-1333 Papa Johns - 9227 West Lincoln Avenue - 303-792-5252 Black Jack Pizza - 9625E Arapahoe - 303-649-1212 Lone Star Steak House - 7431 Park Meadows Drive - 303-792-9592 Panera's Bread - www.panerabread.com Make sure you mention "SkyVenture Colorado"! Grocery Stores King Soopers - 17031 Lincoln Avenue - 720-851-7750 Safeway - 9229 Lincoln Avenue - 303-649-9111 Dry Cleaning Fox Cleaners - 8856 Maximus Drive - 303-792-2742 Heritage Cleaners - 9231 East Lincoln Avenue - 303-662-1469 Airport/Airlines Denver International Airport American Frontier United Taxi Service Super Shuttle - 303-370-1300 Yellow Cab - 303-777-7777 Trans-Shuttle - 720-203-9089 Stan's Executive Limousine - 720-560-8481 Car Rental Advantage Rent-a-Car - 8151 E. Arapahoe - Hotel Rate - 303-488-0163 Spa Services Anti Aging Spa - 9233 Park Meadows Drive - 303-370-1300 Department Store / Malls Park Meadows Mall - 8401 Park Meadows Center Drive - 303-792-2533 Target - 1950 East County Line Road - 303-797-1911 Walmart - 6675 Business Center Drive - 303-683-3641 Hospitals Centennial Medical Plaza - 14200 East Arapahoe Road - 303-699-3000 Highlands Ranch Medical Plaza - 99300 South University Boulevard - 303-471-4506 Pharmacies Safeway - 303-649-9111 Walmart - 303-683-4179 King Soopers - 720-851-7750 Additional Services Castle Pines at Ridgeway - 1414 Castle Pines Parkway - 303-688-0100 Coors Field - 2001 Blake Street - 303-762-5437 Invesco Field - 1900 Eliot Street - 303-649-7466 Kinkos - 8300 South Willow Street - 303-649-9663 Lincoln Hills Floral - 9500 Heritage Hills Circle - 303-706-1276 Lone Tree Veterinary Mediacl Ctr - 8681 Lincoln Avenue - 303-708-8050 Pepsi Center - 1000 Chopper Circle - 303-405-1100 United Artist Theater - 9355 Park Meadows Drive - 303-706-1833 US Post Office - 9609 South University Boulevard - 303-471-5142 ExPeCt ThE uNeXpEcTeD! DoNt MiNd ThE tYpOs, Im LaZy On CoRrEcTiOnS! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 3 #225 November 25, 2005 Quote Personally I don't drink and get in the tunnel to fly. I think you would be hard pressed to find anyone that wants to waste their time or energy doing that. Ever see the "behind closed doors with Joan Lunden" wind tunnel episode? I epitomized the term "hung over" when we did that. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
