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by vannoppen
Fri Jan 02, 2015 8:12 am
Forum: Events
Topic: Intro to Flytec 5030 & 6030 - Sat 1/10/15
Replies: 15
Views: 7006

Class

If I can buy one of the GPS integrated ones before then I'm in as this is the most important aspect for me to become a better pilot.
by vannoppen
Thu Nov 20, 2014 11:37 am
Forum: Safety and Incidents in flight
Topic: Carabiner Recall on Moyes and Woody Valley Harnesses
Replies: 21
Views: 14353

Carabiner

Until recently I always flew with two carabiners as any carabiner can fail. Climbers know this especially. Usually From dropping them repeatedly on t ground or against rock . It is not recommended to fly with two if you are at risk of a water landing. I think I'm going back to two as a chain is only...
by vannoppen
Thu Nov 20, 2014 11:34 am
Forum: Safety and Incidents in flight
Topic: Carabiner Recall on Moyes and Woody Valley Harnesses
Replies: 21
Views: 14353

Carabiner

Until recently I always flew with two carabiners as any carabiner can fail. Climbers know this especially. Usually From dropping them repeatedly on t ground or against rock . It is not recommended to fly with two if you are at risk of a water landing. I think I'm going back to two as a chain is only...
by vannoppen
Thu Jul 10, 2014 10:11 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 0pps/ Yosemite
Replies: 4
Views: 2019

yosemite

Thanks Greg
by vannoppen
Wed Jul 09, 2014 10:11 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 0pps/ Yosemite
Replies: 4
Views: 2019

0pps/ Yosemite

I just put a message on the hire a pilot page. Oopps Does one need a driver to do the Yosemite trip? Does anyone have room on there truck? Does anyone need a ride? I know camping is first come. Who is going? Does anyong want to go rock climbing w/ experience during the day after flying. easy as I am...
by vannoppen
Fri Jun 27, 2014 12:36 pm
Forum: Safety and Incidents in flight
Topic: Launch incidents
Replies: 16
Views: 8563

ramp construstion

I do not know much about this on a mathematic level and I know my blown launch was my fault entirely,point in case. Pilot error. Im going with Jon on liking the old ramp better but both are fine. Ill be there tomorrow to help sculpt it into whatever shape you want. If you got some dynamite we might ...
by vannoppen
Wed Jun 25, 2014 2:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Good riddance orange county!
Replies: 2
Views: 1585

orange co.

:( :( :( I was going to say 35,000 a month. Ships passing. Tired of 5000 a month and not making expenses. Moving to Orange Co where you get more for your money. Sadly further from my friends but at the rate Ive been flying its not going to matter much. Elsinore a lot more and long drive to Kagel and...
by vannoppen
Thu Apr 24, 2014 7:14 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: NW winds Sun?
Replies: 3
Views: 1347

looking for some advise here.. Is SB NW does anyone want to go if that is the conditions then
by vannoppen
Thu Apr 24, 2014 10:44 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: NW winds Sun?
Replies: 3
Views: 1347

NW winds Sun?

Where does one fly if it is W Nw, Torrey, Santa Barbara??? anyone want to go if it isnt a Kagel day
by vannoppen
Wed Apr 09, 2014 10:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hang Gliders Land at Santa Anita Park (didn't see this here)
Replies: 4
Views: 1927

santa anita

You should have called. I was serving Filet Mignon and Salmon,cooked to perfection,10 min. away. Kosher of course. Asparagus,salad,mashers, and drinks, drinks and we could have celebrated with drinks. I wasnt in the mood for driving butnext time , dont call.
by vannoppen
Wed Apr 09, 2014 10:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hang Gliders Land at Santa Anita Park (didn't see this here)
Replies: 4
Views: 1927

santa anita

You should have called. I was serving Filet Mignon and Salmon,cooked to perfection,10 min. away. Kosher of course. Asparagus,salad,mashers, and drinks, drinks and we could have celebrated with drinks. I wasnt in the mood for driving butnext time , dont call.
by vannoppen
Thu Mar 13, 2014 4:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Gallery closing sale. Van Noppen Glass Gallery
Replies: 0
Views: 758

Gallery closing sale. Van Noppen Glass Gallery

Tues- Fri 6-9 Sat 15th 10-6, Sat. 22nd 10- 6
HUGE discounts. 25 S El Molino Av. Pasadena
626 808 8389 [/img]
by vannoppen
Sun Feb 02, 2014 10:52 pm
Forum: Safety and Incidents in flight
Topic: Jonathan slammed-in at Crestline
Replies: 10
Views: 6052

Jonathon

Im starting to think that after almost 25 yrs of flying that it is dangerous. Heal well and go slow. Once your fractures heal you might look into a Lamonectomy, trimming of the bulging discs. It helped me tremendously. Looking forward to the video of this one in slow mo.
by vannoppen
Mon Dec 23, 2013 2:26 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Buy glass now
Replies: 0
Views: 773

Buy glass now

I just posted a message but I'm not sure where. Come to the gallery tonight till eight or tommorrow 11-3. Otherwise I'll see you in the air soon. 25 S. El Molino. Pasadena. 6268088389 Life gets in the way sometimes,,,,!,!
by vannoppen
Thu Aug 29, 2013 4:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The New Kagel Launch - Safe, Neutral, or Unsafe?
Replies: 8
Views: 4103

Ramp

My recent track record for launches is'nt that great, sorry in fact but I agree w Greg in that steeper is better, probably in all conditions. Angles of the ramp matter relative to the wind direction so until the forest service allows us to put in the robotic ramp I believe this is great but will tak...
by vannoppen
Tue Aug 27, 2013 8:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: employment
Replies: 0
Views: 935

employment

Does anyone need help on any contractor related jobs. Im available Mon- Fri from early morning until mid afternoon 3 ish David Van Noppen 6268088389
by vannoppen
Thu Aug 22, 2013 5:13 pm
Forum: Safety and Incidents in flight
Topic: Failure to hook in
Replies: 14
Views: 9230

Damn Rob. Glad you weren't launching at Glacier point .did your glider hit the bush that saved my ass? I guess this means I can come to your poOl party early as I have commitments later that day. Glad your still with us so we can watch those stellar landings.
by vannoppen
Fri Aug 02, 2013 1:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1st birthday sale/ Van Noppen Glass Gallery
Replies: 1
Views: 1156

opening/ address

As Jim pointed out I had not included my address and my website lists my home address. The gallery Van Noppen Glass Gallery is at 25 S. El Molino Ave Pasadena CA 91101
by vannoppen
Thu Aug 01, 2013 5:36 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: 1st birthday sale/ Van Noppen Glass Gallery
Replies: 1
Views: 1156

1st birthday sale/ Van Noppen Glass Gallery

Yes thats right . We are celebrating our first birthday party at VNGG. This Sat. Aug 3rd 11-9. Tired of swimming in a hot fish bowl? Come get your holiday shopping over early so when conditions are good you can go sky out,spec out and not be grounded in some mall looking for a gift they wont appreci...
by vannoppen
Sun Jun 30, 2013 7:24 pm
Forum: Events
Topic: 4th Annual Awhai Ranch Independence Day Fly In
Replies: 22
Views: 12040

Vehicle

My vehicle can make the trip up if necessary though Im not sure if my wife will want to go up or not. My car can handle 5 gliders if willing to stack.