cocheese 0 #1 July 29, 2004 What would make Rantoul even cooler ?Aircraft, facilities, bands, events etc. ?I think it would be awesome to see a jet-pack demoA Blue Angel Show or some jet fly bys would be cool too.A big name band would be appreciated.Not complaining , just dreaming. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unstable 9 #2 July 29, 2004 This is something I've toyed around with since last year, I need to get ahold of the people in charge and see if They'll work with me to get something set up - I would be willing to put it together and operate it... Some sort of Shuttle system between the two major Chicago airports and Rantoul. It could be done with two extended length vans (rentals..) and standard trailers...=========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #3 July 29, 2004 Wow great idea. Bet it would bring in more people too.=rental car money now converted to jump money. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unstable 9 #4 July 29, 2004 I worked out the numbers and times.... It's very doable and economical. I worked it out to about $35 a passenger (in a 15 person van, including driver tip/jump money). PM me and I'll shoot you my figures and notes... I've done my homework..=========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unstable 9 #5 July 29, 2004 I figure two vans running two trips on Friday, Sat, and Sunday of both weekends and one van running two trips on all other days. It would minimize passenger waiting time extensivly if we schedule according to major arrivals..=========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #6 July 29, 2004 I second the idea for the big-name band. Forget the fly-bys, that's just using up good, jumpable airspace. I think running a rigging course at the convention would be a great idea, maybe at night. I'd love to get my ticket but getting the time away to mentor under someone really good is tough.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #7 July 29, 2004 I'm just a post whore.You need to talk to WFFC or Don Kirlin. Just thought it would be a good useful thread. ( for a change) Ha. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unstable 9 #8 July 29, 2004 I'm just rambeling dude - I'll have my proposal ready in a few weeks...=========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GravityGirl 0 #9 July 29, 2004 I always thought it would be cool to hear/see Metalica at the convention. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Peace and Blue Skies! Bonnie ==>Gravity Gear! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unstable 9 #10 July 29, 2004 Quote I always thought it would be cool to hear/see Metalica at the convention. Meh - We need Chevelle to come and rock for us..=========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrunkMonkey 0 #11 July 29, 2004 Quote What would make Rantoul even cooler ? Several hundred rodents roaming freely about the grounds of the former Chanute AFB... Ground beef secretly put into the vegetarian/vegan food sold. An ill-tempered weasel named "Phil." Finding a large Asian man named "Skeeter." Flatulence fueling food served at every meal. If not, at least public sex acts... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #12 July 29, 2004 QuoteI always thought it would be cool to hear/see Metalica at the convention. Better yet, Van Halen. They could do that one song...... you know.............---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #13 July 29, 2004 Would that be the one that plays in EVERY freakin tandem video I've ever seen? It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #14 July 29, 2004 QuoteBetter yet, Van Halen. They could do that one song...... you know............. Eruption? Hot for Teacher? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #15 July 29, 2004 QuoteFinding a large Asian man named "Skeeter." I've met that guy! QuoteIf not, at least public sex acts... This doesn't happen? Fuck it, I ain't going then....---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WFFC 1 #16 July 29, 2004 QuoteQuote What would make Rantoul even cooler ? Several hundred rodents roaming freely about the grounds of the former Chanute AFB... Ground beef secretly put into the vegetarian/vegan food sold. An ill-tempered weasel named "Phil." Finding a large Asian man named "Skeeter." Flatulence fueling food served at every meal. If not, at least public sex acts... And you're going to ask for something difficult to get for the Convention when? ----- ~~~Michael Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #17 July 29, 2004 Best Rantoul idea? Simple.... Just be there! It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #18 July 29, 2004 QuoteSeveral hundred rodents roaming freely about the grounds of the former Chanute AFB... Ground beef secretly put into the vegetarian/vegan food sold. An ill-tempered weasel named "Phil." Finding a large Asian man named "Skeeter." Flatulence fueling food served at every meal. If not, at least public sex acts... You been before, haven't you? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #19 July 29, 2004 QuoteI think running a rigging course at the convention would be a great idea, Check with nightjumper(Mike) from Jump Shack. I know he will be giving a RACER reserve packing seminar and he might even run a rigger course if there are enough people interested in devoting their time to this. As for the fly by, forget it. That would close down jumping until the airspace was clear. Having jumped into/at an actual airshow with A/C flying all over,especially jets, I can tell you it's no fun as a jumper. If you want to see fly bys, go to an airshow."It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #20 July 29, 2004 QuoteAs for the fly by, forget it. I kinda dug the fly by they did a year or two ago. C130 lead, Don's L39 on the left, the Pitt Special on the right and everybody's favorite Bell 412 in the rear. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #21 July 29, 2004 You're talking about an end of day fly by done by jump A/C. I was talking about a Blue Angel or ThunderBirds type fly by, way different."It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #22 July 29, 2004 Quote kinda dug the fly by they did a year or two ago. C130 lead, Don's L39 on the left, the Pitt Special on the right and everybody's favorite Bell 412 in the rear And the firetrucks making the water arcs with the hoses. That was one of the coolest things i've ever seen. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #23 July 29, 2004 QuoteYou're talking about an end of day fly by done by jump A/C. I was talking about a Blue Angel or ThunderBirds type fly by, way different. Eh, a fly by is a fly by. Although even that one was blown away by the SR71 fly by I saw in Reno a "few" years ago. I've seen some pretty damn impressive end of day fly by's done by jump A/C...N numbers? Nah, didn't see any. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChasingBlueSky 0 #24 July 29, 2004 QuoteQuote kinda dug the fly by they did a year or two ago. C130 lead, Don's L39 on the left, the Pitt Special on the right and everybody's favorite Bell 412 in the rear And the firetrucks making the water arcs with the hoses. That was one of the coolest things i've ever seen. Then Rod swooped the 412 under the water arcs, then landed on top of the firetruck...then the Golden Knights airshow, and the swooping from the Icarus Extreme Team with one of them landing on the back of a moving quad. Who needs the Angels? We had our own air show! The best part? I caught it by accident! I was packed up and ready to leave when I saw the crowd over by the pond and wandered over there to see what was going on. Since that took me past sunset, I stuck around for the couch burning._________________________________________ you can burn the land and boil the sea, but you can't take the sky from me.... I WILL fly again..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #25 July 29, 2004 QuoteSome sort of Shuttle system between the two major Chicago airports and Rantoul. It could be done with two extended length vans (rentals..) and standard trailers... Great idea just be prepared to have a commercial license,pay exhorbant insurance fees,port taxes and any applicable ferrying taxes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
