tom tabbs elk river fly in
| xc flying mountain flying good friends having fun | |
| Boundary County Airport-65s, Boundary County Airport, Bonners Ferry, ID 83805, USA | |
| 2015-07-29 13:00 | |
| 2015-08-02 13:00 | |
started at elk river by t tabbs but moving to different locations and eventually back to elk river . the priemier fly in of the idaho and montana | |
| 406.214-0850 | |
| United States | |
| Fly In | |
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henry i dont see why that wouldnt be doable from bonner. just a little xtra time to kalispell. didnt you fly that route before thru troy and libby?
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- Chris@keef95
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I spoke with Dave Parker - Manager of Bonner Co Airport and our host for this years fly-in regarding details for the event. Here's what we all have ....
There will be room inside the fence for RV's and tents. Dave will mow an area for our use based on how many will be camping there - so let us know if this is your option. There obviously are no hookups, but a water spigot is available. He has 3 picknic tables and additionally folding tables to handle 50 people for breakfast fly-ins. There are 2 restrooms with showers in the terminal that will be available to all. Obviously BYO towell. They also brew coffee and serve gourmet Ice Cream as well and offer a pilots lounge. A large hanger will be available to stack trikes in and 100LL gas is available. Also Dave will have a BBQ grill for our use as well as provide TWO courtesy vans for our dispose. In otherwords, we'll have more than we could ask for.
BUT WAIT .... THERE'S MORE!
A gas station complete with truck stop that serves meals all day is located just out the main gate. (there's your mogas and vits). Decent food served for Br, Lu, and dinner. Also Dave as a few gas cans we can use, but we should bring more if we can.
There is a gourmet bakery/coffee shop within walking distance for those demanding more calories and octane.
The Log Inn Motel is about 1/4 mile from the gate and cost will be about $85/night. Reserve now if interested cuz they have about 17 rooms. Supposed to be very adaquate. 208-267-3986 Check out bonnersferryloginn.com for more info.
Also available is the Kooteni River Inn - about 3 miles away - is actually the Best Western Plus hotel located at a casino w/ pool (that could be really nice) for about $150/night. Someone has to stay here so we can all jump in the pool! 208-267-8511.
Dave is extending his hospitality to early arrivals and well as late departures - what ever we wish.
There you have it! Let Screaming WhiteBird know if you plan to camp so we can get a good estimate of useres there and if you'll be arriving early/staying late.
OH yea - we may be able to get a local radio station to broadcast from our fly-in and I'm trying to get a writer from the local paper in the air so they can run a story on THURS (when we are there) giving us local press. I'm also going to suggest we pass the hat for use of the hanger to donate back to the airport - what's it worth per night to stow your trike?
All we have to do now is .... show up and have a good (safe) time!
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- Chris@keef95
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Tom, that sounds super !! I'll be there aday before the fly-in.
white eagle, no I haven't flown that route yet. Tom and George flew the route last year.
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Hey Tom, thanks for the in-depth reporting on this event and David, I will be camping!
rick thats so awesome youre coming again what fun were going to have we have a record number of trikes signed on so it should be a pretty big crowd of friends. 25 trikes and a few ppcs so far.
everyone please let me know if you plan on camping or need rv space or want a hotel.you can send me an e mail at davidcoy.trike@yahoo.com or call 406-214-0850 or let me know by this site thanks i need to get this to the airport so they can mow thanks
David, sorry for the RSVP. Debbie was surfing AllTrikes and accidently hit the button. Unfortunately I don't think we will be able to make it this year. Hope it is the best ever!
Thanks Tom and David for your efforts in coordinating this event. Sounds like its shaping up to be a great time. Just made a room reservation at the Log Inn. Sounds like there may still be rooms available.
Okie dokie folks. Its getting close to the bonner (elkriver)fly in.
Thought id give you all an update. Looks like from the long term forcast we should have some cooler weather coming so it should be a pleasant break from the very unusal northern heat we have been having.
As to date were hearing from about 28 trikes coming realisticaly i have a good guess that there will be at least 20 to 25 trikes
Tom will do a press release at the start and some lucky reporter will prob get a thrill ride.And we will have a day for the general public to promote triking.
Jim ohara will be bringing there russian built side by side trike for all to see and possably if someone with ecsperience wants to fly it.
The airport has graciously povided a large hangar for us at no cost so we will probably take up a collection for them in gratatude.
Cfis. I do and have had inquiery into weather any cfis will be willing to spend some time ither doing demo rides or training.from my experience at fly ins some like to work and some not.So its up to you.
Last i would like to say that this is a non sanctioned fly in. Tom and i only help cordinate it so ultimate safety is up to the pilots. Please fly in a safe manner as we want these airports to be trike friendly
Howdy! I'm likely going to arrive Monday (7/27). Who shall my contact be for airport access and RV parking?
Hi chriss. I will.be there early. So you can contact me 406-214-0850
Things are looking good the heat wave has settled down and the temps should be in the high 70 s to low 80s
Weve had some good rains lately lookin foward to meeting you chriss. I think this is really going to be fun for everyone.
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Well things are shaping up for another great fly in. Ive been out in the shop tuni.g up and polishing my birds replacing plugs fuel lines filter ect. The other afternoon it was high pressure all over montana and idaho with a brilliant sunset and glassy air. Made me think of how good its going to be to get together with the friends ive made and to get to meet those others on alltrikes over the years. Tom has been pretty bizy with his job but i spoke with him about a week ago. I could tell hes all fired up with that incredable possitive atituide lookin foward for some fun flying with good friends. I will do my best to be at the airport on the 27th to help . So if your lost or need help you can call me at 406-214-0850 see you all soon
Hey David, thanks to both you and Tom for all that you do for us.
Ive got some time booked with Leo Fitzgerald at Bonners, Henry highly recommended him to me.
looking forward to seeing everyone again.
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- Ken@knussear
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Thanks dave. It the highlight of my year to get together with everyone. Toms incredable itelligent energy, georges gentle giant demeanor. Your enthusiasm.my ol hang gliding partner and good friend j ebbs flying together again. Of coarse joe hockmans just awesome company.henrys floating around in circles on his bike when not flying. Spending hours talking about flying in the grocery store isles not being able to make a decision when we only came to get marshmellows. Trying to figure out how my undies got takin off with my clothes still on without my knowlege (long story ). Seeing nathan (a policeman) moon geos on board go pros because he left them on after flying.the incredable hospitality by kathy over the years with food and mona lisas incredable smile.seeing my wifey going down the runway in someone elses trike before ive even parked the truck while ariving trying to figure out how she even got out of the car. And i can go on and on.the wonderfull people weve met. Rick and ken there lovely wives. Steve bass of copperstate fame. Just awesomly good hearted human beings whos love is flying having a great time enjoying each others company . Can i say more dave its going to be good to see ya man. Wow what a treat time with leo fizgerald thats great dave i have heard such good things about him and iam finally going to get to meet him and rizzy too.we also have a few idaho pilots coming up ive heard about for years. Dave i think were going to have a really down to earth good time.
Pretty much sums it all up david.Looking forward to seeing all of you and your awsome montana,idaho and washington hospitalty.thanks too all of you for all your efforts
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- Ken@knussear
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WOW! The flyin weather looks to be PERFECT! We'll keep a sitrep going on this years flyin for those of you who couldn't maker 'er.
Please do! Some of use are jealous :)
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- Leo@LeoIezzi
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Wrapped up the Fly-in with nothing but great stories and renewed friendships. We hammered the Cabinet Mtns, area valleys, and Priest Lake area. Nothing but smiles and a great time was had by all. I hope to share with you videos from the event soon. I have nearly 1/2 Terabites of video to sift through and it will take some time. So much good stuff I don't even know where to begin!
Weather was cooperative - especially in the mornings. Afternoons were windy up until about 8pm. Then like clockwork, the sky filled up with trikes for the remainder of the evening. I'll try to get something posted shortly.
Lookign forward to the vids Ttabs!
Congratulations for having such a successful event, it really sounds awesome. So pleased for you all!!