ntence2 0 #1 March 22, 2011 I would like to get as many people together at skydive midwest's tandems for troops this summer to set the wisconsin record. We have tandems for troops scheduled for the weekend before skydive chicago's summer fest so some of you mite be in the area already. We are still figuring out the aircraft but we are trying for a tailgate. Post if your interested so i can push the boss to get one. Thanks for the interest and i hope to see you there!! Marc http://www.skydivemidwest.com/skydive_midwest_tandems_for_troops.php Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
notsane 0 #2 March 22, 2011 We all try for tailgate, but few of us achieve it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butters 0 #3 March 22, 2011 How many wingsuiters are at your dropzone? I fly at Skydive Twin Cities (Baldwin, WI) ..."That looks dangerous." Leopold Stotch Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntence2 0 #4 March 22, 2011 Theres 4 of us now but there mite be more this season. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,625 #5 March 22, 2011 QuoteI would like to get as many people together at skydive midwest's tandems for troops this summer to set the wisconsin record. We have tandems for troops scheduled for the weekend before skydive chicago's summer fest so some of you mite be in the area already. We are still figuring out the aircraft but we are trying for a tailgate. Post if your interested so i can push the boss to get one. Thanks for the interest and i hope to see you there!! Marc http://www.skydivemidwest.com/skydive_midwest_tandems_for_troops.php OK, keep us informed. What kind of runway does the DZ have? (I won't land my Mooney on grass - voids the insurance)... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #6 March 22, 2011 Quote (I won't land my Mooney on grass - voids the insurance) Like they would know....unless you can't land well and crashed..... www.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bhnsarr 0 #7 March 22, 2011 Marc, I'm in. Considering that there is no WI record yet, we only need 4 + video, but I think we should be able to round up a few more. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shveddy 0 #8 March 22, 2011 I'd stop by, especially for a tailgate. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntence2 0 #9 March 22, 2011 Thanks Brian. Get the word out. Ill keep everyone posted on the tailgate! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pms07 3 #10 March 23, 2011 Are you talking about the 16-17 July weekend? I can probably be there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntence2 0 #11 March 23, 2011 Yes, the event runs the 15th 16th 17th. i'm not sure of the details yet i'm just checking to see if theres much interest. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,625 #12 March 24, 2011 Quote Quote (I won't land my Mooney on grass - voids the insurance) Like they would know....unless you can't land well and crashed..... Or some crazy skydiver crashed on it.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #13 March 24, 2011 Quote Quote Quote (I won't land my Mooney on grass - voids the insurance) Like they would know....unless you can't land well and crashed..... Or some crazy skydiver crashed on it. You have a valid point My plane has almost been landed on a few times! www.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntence2 0 #14 March 30, 2011 Tailgate confirmed! We will have either a skyvan or a shurpa. Hope this gets more people to come. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnskydiver688 0 #15 April 1, 2011 I jump with Butters and I think if the weekend works out the Minnesota guys could make an appearance. Always love a tailgate!Sky Canyon Wingsuiters Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DocPop 1 #16 April 22, 2011 Quote What kind of runway does the DZ have? ID: '08R/26L, Length: 2272 ft, Width: 38 ft, Runway Surface Type Condition: Asphalt or bituminous concrete, Excellent condition, Edge Lights Intensity: Medium Read more: http://www.city-data.com/airports/Sylvania-Airport-Sturtevant-Wisconsin.html#ixzz1KGlem941"The ground does not care who you are. It will always be tougher than the human behind the controls." ~ CanuckInUSA Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anabatic 0 #17 June 1, 2011 I talked to the dzo this weekend and he told me we will have a sky van or maybe even the Shurpa! So keep checking back you might want to come just to get a chance to jump this monster. We also have word that wicked wing suits will be on hand with rentals for qualified jumpers! Any questions contact [email protected] Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntence2 0 #18 June 14, 2011 Guys the Shurpa is coming! If you want a chance to jump this beast you need to be here! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Short_C-23_Sherpa July 16th and 17th are the days this thing will be flying. Lets start a list of who is coming, we need to get a close count. We are also setting the state belly and ff record and the pops record. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,625 #19 June 14, 2011 QuoteGuys the Shurpa is coming! If you want a chance to jump this beast you need to be here! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Short_C-23_Sherpa July 16th and 17th are the days this thing will be flying. Lets start a list of who is coming, we need to get a close count. We are also setting the state belly and ff record and the pops record. I can be there on 17th only. Who is organizing the belly and POPS?... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WickedWingsuits 0 #20 June 15, 2011 1) Wicked WingsuitsSummer 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
ntence2 0 #21 June 15, 2011 The guy organizing the big ways is Terry Rago from IL. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rnicks 0 #22 June 15, 2011 1) Wicked Wingsuits 2) rnicks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fast 0 #23 June 16, 2011 QuoteGuys the Shurpa is coming! If you want a chance to jump this beast you need to be here! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Short_C-23_Sherpa July 16th and 17th are the days this thing will be flying. Lets start a list of who is coming, we need to get a close count. We are also setting the state belly and ff record and the pops record. What size are the Belly / FF / Wingsuit records going to be?~D Where troubles melt like lemon drops Away above the chimney tops That's where you'll find me. Swooping is taking one last poke at the bear before escaping it's cave - davelepka Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,625 #24 June 16, 2011 QuoteThe guy organizing the big ways is Terry Rago from IL. Thanks.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Martini 0 #25 June 17, 2011 Sorry, the event has to be called off. There will be no organizing allowed in Wisconsin. Sometimes you eat the bear.............. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
