Power Kite Forum - Announcing Ivanpah Buggy Blast

Announcing Ivanpah Buggy Blast

BeamerBob - 2-10-2013 at 01:38 PM

I am excited and honored to announce that Brian Holgate and I have teamed up along with a great deal of support from many others, to bring you Ivanpah Buggy Blast on Ivanpah Dry Lake.

It has been largely discussed that many kite buggiers want an event that maintains a level of consistency people can rely on across the globe. The other thought was to return the emphasis to kiting and the people. Ivanpah Buggy Blast is a new event that will do just that.

Ivanpah Buggy Blast or IB2 will focus on the basics of sharing the dry lake with wind enthusiasts and their family. Participants will have a $50 entry fee which will be used to cover the costs to put on the event. Since spectators, non-flying visitors and non participating members of the family don’t incur costs for the event, they will not be charged a fee to attend. IBB will have racing which will be organized by NAPKA, freestyle events, and clinics for anyone trying to improve their skills.

This will also be an industry event. Manufacturers will be given an area to set up a tent, demo the latest and greatest gear, and offer clinics or classes.

The dates for the event are April 1st - 5th 2014. Participants will be allowed to arrive on Sunday or Monday March 30-31st. This event will be set up at the Staging Area 2 on the East side of Ivanpah Dry Lake. We look forward to seeing you at the 1st annual Ivanpah Buggy Blast.

Contact info

ivanpahbuggyblast@gmail.com

on facebook - IBB

DAKITEZ - 2-10-2013 at 01:59 PM

Yay ... im there ... see you in April.

Awesome you got this info out so early. People have 6 months to save money and get the time off to attend.

bigkid - 2-10-2013 at 02:15 PM

bout time. :thumbup:

Looks like PKD, Flexboardz and Libre will have a place to show there stuff, along with a bunch of others.

Guess I'll see you all on the playa.:D

BEC - 2-10-2013 at 02:44 PM

Now I have to win the lottery...I couldn't even imagine being able to just go till your hearts content....

kitemaker4 - 2-10-2013 at 03:00 PM

Great news.

Susan (npw goddess)

dirtslide - 2-10-2013 at 04:31 PM

:thumbup:

: will someone be able to receive my Sysmic S1 that I will be shipping ahead of me for the IB2 all I need is a place to ship it to. I will pick it up there and then reship it back to myself after the week . Looks like a good one ,will be great to kite with you all . Yesss!!!!!!!!!

Bladerunner - 2-10-2013 at 04:38 PM

Thanks Bob, Brian and all who are putting this together ! Sorry but I don't think I can make it this year.

Won't this conflict with the NABSA event that Jeff talks about here?

http://www.powerkiteforum.com/viewthread.php?tid=26523

I have searched the net + asked on here what NABSA is but have not found out anything about it ?

Will the event be open to all and just the racing be NAPKA or will all attendees need to join NAPKA ?

BeamerBob - 2-10-2013 at 05:04 PM

NABSA will be at Area 1 and we are at Area 2. At the gathering last year, we coexisted easily with the second event going on. The blokarts seem to run the same circuit mainly in front of their camp, but even with interaction, it worked well. I expect nothing different this year regarding sharing the playa with them.

bigkid - 2-10-2013 at 06:04 PM

NABSA has been on the playa the week before us for some years now, if you didnt know it then, you wont know it now.

shehatesmyhobbies - 2-10-2013 at 06:21 PM

:thumbup:

I really need to find a way to fit this in the schedule.

BeamerBob - 2-10-2013 at 07:40 PM

It would be awesome to share the playa with you Rich!

MDK - 2-10-2013 at 07:53 PM

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I'm in! Looking forward!

bigkid - 2-10-2013 at 08:09 PM

Quote: Originally posted by MDK

Thank you, thank you, thank you! I'm in! Looking forward!

You can only attend Mike if you take the wheels off of your buggy while traveling to and from the event.:D

Rich, I'll buy you dinner if you come.

MDK - 2-10-2013 at 09:10 PM

Never going to live that one down am I

Wolfpaklv - 2-10-2013 at 09:23 PM

Anyone that needs to ship gear can contact Bobby or Me and we will accept shipment and help re ship at the end.

KAZEDOKA - 2-10-2013 at 09:25 PM

Excellent. Thanks Bob & Brian Looking forward to the gathering.
Will there be preferred group rates at the casino's?

awindofchange - 2-10-2013 at 10:09 PM

I am in!!! Can't wait for some Racin!!! Plus I can bring the kiddies without charge.

BeamerBob - 2-10-2013 at 11:08 PM

Quote: Originally posted by KAZEDOKA

Excellent. Thanks Bob & Brian Looking forward to the gathering.
Will there be preferred group rates at the casino's?

That's in the works Kazedoka. Watch for updates on this as they develop.

pokitetrash - 3-10-2013 at 04:51 AM

It's on my calendar! Beer at the Hangin' Tree!

Now we need to see if Phreerider will do another fly over.... :cool:

sunset-Jim - 3-10-2013 at 07:22 AM

Awesome, I better start saving now.

van - 3-10-2013 at 08:17 AM

I plan to attend and I will be bringing toys

MDK - 3-10-2013 at 12:27 PM

Last year I paid two entries early for NABX then I started hearing rumors about the permit not being acquired so I sent some messages inquiring they couldn't even find my entries I sent them a receipt for my entries they said no problem show up and we will have permits for you well to be safe I ordered a free permit from BLM just to make sure I can buggy when I got there when I got there I showed up no permits for me but thankfully I have my BLM permit already. no T-shirts for me I got one T-shirt three months later needless to say I will be attending the Ivanpah buggy blast this year thank you Bobby and Brian!

popeyethewelder - 3-10-2013 at 12:57 PM

Congratulations, I wish IB2 the very best and hope to one day to say "I have been to IB2"

Ivanpah Buggy Blast

RonH - 3-10-2013 at 05:59 PM

After going to nabx 2 years in a row, the event just didn't do anything for me any more... I wasn't going back to Ivanpah... Sold my little vapor with playa damage... Tore apart my buggy to make it BF only...

Now I have a feeling that I want to go back :thumbup:

As a napka member (and rep for chapter 11), this could be the closest event where we get the chance to have a go at racing. (and then chilling out with a brew or 2)

We have fun chasing each other around our little park or at the beach (drool) we find a few markers to go around and the fun begins.

I am excited to see how the Manufacturers support this event... Would be nice to have the opportunity to try a kite, buggy or whatever and say here are my $$, I want that!

Hopefully see you on the playa!

Ron

awindofchange - 3-10-2013 at 09:42 PM

Ron, I plan on being there with Ivanpah's...and with some cash and/or prizes for the race winners (mostly and/or prizes) LOL.

The things that are in the works for IB2 are awesome and I can't wait to attend.

BeamerBob - 3-10-2013 at 10:20 PM

Ron, you saying that makes all the effort feel worth it again. We will strive to make your and all other participants experience one you will want to come back to.

Kent, thank you for your generosity, the pledge of your presence and your support of the event.

bison - 4-10-2013 at 06:25 PM

I haven't been to Ivanpah in 10 years, might have to reconsider going to IB2!!!

dirtslide - 4-10-2013 at 06:44 PM

Would be great to ride with you Richard and bring Jim and Jon too.

BeamerBob - 4-10-2013 at 10:50 PM

I want you NW guys to make a caravan down here. So many of you I've never met. Let's do this.

stetson05 - 5-10-2013 at 12:04 AM

Maybe, Just maybe, I will have enough time off school and some money to go down there. Thanks for the opportunity!

BeamerBob - 5-10-2013 at 06:40 PM

Strange repost from days ago.

RonH - 6-10-2013 at 05:49 PM

Quote: Originally posted by BeamerBob

I want you NW guys to make a caravan down here. So many of you I've never met. Let's do this.

Wait till you see Jeff driving on to the playa in his motor home with about 20 buggys in tow! :thumbup:

bigkid - 6-10-2013 at 06:03 PM

Bobby doesnt want to see me, he wants to see new faces not old ones. :yes:

BeamerBob - 6-10-2013 at 07:56 PM

Quote: Originally posted by bigkid

Bobby doesnt want to see me, he wants to see new faces not old ones. :yes:

I want to see everyone! Especially you Jeff. Can I challenge you to a race yet? I'm supposed to say something about "slow butt"?

bigkid - 6-10-2013 at 08:44 PM

At least it isnt fat. But yes, anytime a young punk talks trash the race is on. Even on your home playa I can teach you a leason or 2.:frog: :lol:

DAKITEZ - 10-10-2013 at 04:45 PM

Just to help clear things up as some are not clear. NABX 2014 has been cancelled. Lucky for us Beamer Bob and Brian Holgate have taken the initiative to provide us an event to attend on Ivanpah in April. It is called the Ivanpah Buggy Blast ( IBB). Thanks to these guys hard work we have a event to buggy with our kite family.

BeamerBob - 10-10-2013 at 09:47 PM

Quote: Originally posted by DAKITEZ

Just to help clear things up as some are not clear. NABX 2014 has been cancelled. Lucky for us Beamer Bob and Brian Holgate have taken the initiative to provide us an event to attend on Ivanpah in April. It is called the Ivanpah Buggy Blast ( IBB). Thanks to these guys hard work we have a event to buggy with our kite family.

Thanks Dino. I hope any confusion will wear away if we keep correct info flowing.

BeamerBob - 10-10-2013 at 09:47 PM

Puzzling double post. I've had this happen once on an ipad or iphone, but not on the pc.

ChrisH - 11-10-2013 at 10:45 AM

Very cool. :thumbup:

bigkid - 11-10-2013 at 10:09 PM

Arg what a joke.

arkay - 7-11-2013 at 11:42 PM

:thumbup:

MyAikenCheeks - 9-11-2013 at 08:09 PM

This is just a thought about going to IB2 from the East side of the US. I don't fly anymore so I drive.
It's about 4300 miles each way, about $1400 in fuel round trip from Aiken, SC 29801

I'm thinking about renting an RV and pulling my 16' cargo trailer for the gear. Could probably sleep 6 in the RV and my trailer has a nice bunk in it. Probably another 1 or 2 could sack out in there.

Ok, if we drive round the clock and average 42 miles an hour it will take 4+ days out and 4+ days back. A week at the event. Say, 20 days at the most. Not sure how many of you could take 3 weeks off for the trip. Being retarded, errr retired I have the time.

That would be maybe $450 a person for 6 or 7 fellows. Could include food and some drink.

Stay on the playa, and enjoy the goings on from sun up to sun down. Have our own gear to play with, and have a great road trip!

Just and idea. Starting to plan. I think it's going to be an epic event next year. Any takers?

bobalooie57 - 10-11-2013 at 08:13 AM

:thumbup:

great idea, U2U'd you.

flyhighWNY - 10-11-2013 at 12:19 PM

4300 miles from aiken to vegas?? 2200 driving miles tops. 52 hrs drive at 42mph avg.. of course if only 1 driver 4 days sounds about right. would be a stellar road trip.

MyAikenCheeks - 10-11-2013 at 01:35 PM

Quote: Originally posted by flyhighWNY

4300 miles from aiken to vegas?? 2200 driving miles tops. 52 hrs drive at 42mph avg.. of course if only 1 driver 4 days sounds about right. would be a stellar road trip.

I was using "gas buddy" for numbers and I knew that looked weird.

Several drivers can make some miles, as long as nothing falls apart but AAA can rescue us if needed. And most of us are pretty good shade tree mechanics. As long as we plan to get there before it starts and if it goes without a hitch... can you say pre-party?

Yes, a stellar road trip. Fartin, swearin, BSin, stinkin and tellin lies. Could be a bucket list trip!

BeamerBob - 10-11-2013 at 03:16 PM

42 mph seems to be a slow average. I tend to average 70 mph on long drives after averaging in food and fuel stops. If you can average 65 it's only a 33 hour drive. In a car, you could do that in 2 days with a hotel stop in Amarillo if you want to maximize your destination time and minimize your highway time. For the RV gas bill, you could stay in hotels and ship all your stuff.

MyAikenCheeks - 10-11-2013 at 04:55 PM

How about some planning tips for some of us that are thinking about coming out to IB2 for the first time BB?

How many people can we stuff into a room at Buffalo Bills? I haven't used the code to see the price, know about what a room cost per night and do they give weekly rates with the code?

Aren't there cheap rooms in Las Vegas? And how far is Vegas away from the playa?

What about the shipping of gear? Ship to who where? My bug weights in at about a 100 pounds. Did you ever ship one from South Georgia out there? I would think the cost 2 ways would be $$$ with insurance and all.

Are there other things for us to think about?

As to driving, I always see my drv. moving time and total time on my GPS when I'm on the road. Seems to be a pretty good difference. And with an RV if you push the envelope they just suck down the fuel by 100 dollar bills.

Your mostly right about things BB. Anything else for us to think about?
Road checks for illegals? Have our shot records up to date? Is there Cell phone service?
How to dress, hot and or cold? and how about that dust?

Help us out BB. :puzzled:

RonH - 10-11-2013 at 05:47 PM

IB2 is a 1st for all!!

I do remember my 1st trip to NABX...

The rooms are cheap enough that sharing with 1 other is ok.

Vegas is 30 - 40 min out without traffic!!!

I know the guys in Vegas have received gear before.

How to dress - Hot, Cold = yes
Playa Dust - I think it's still coming out of places:o

Quote: Originally posted by MyAikenCheeks

How about some planning tips for some of us that are thinking about coming out to IB2 for the first time BB?

How many people can we stuff into a room at Buffalo Bills? I haven't used the code to see the price, know about what a room cost per night and do they give weekly rates with the code?

Aren't there cheap rooms in Las Vegas? And how far is Vegas away from the playa?

What about the shipping of gear? Ship to who where? My bug weights in at about a 100 pounds. Did you ever ship one from South Georgia out there? I would think the cost 2 ways would be $$$ with insurance and all.

Are there other things for us to think about?

As to driving, I always see my drv. moving time and total time on my GPS when I'm on the road. Seems to be a pretty good difference. And with an RV if you push the envelope they just suck down the fuel by 100 dollar bills.

Your mostly right about things BB. Anything else for us to think about?
Road checks for illegals? Have our shot records up to date? Is there Cell phone service?
How to dress, hot and or cold? and how about that dust?

Help us out BB. :puzzled:

BeamerBob - 10-11-2013 at 09:21 PM

I started a new thread for how to be prepared for lakebed riding and your first Ivanpah Buggy Blast if this is a new experience for you.

LINK

bobalooie57 - 11-11-2013 at 10:47 AM

Quote: Originally posted by flyhighWNY

4300 miles from aiken to vegas?? 2200 driving miles tops. 52 hrs drive at 42mph avg.. of course if only 1 driver 4 days sounds about right. would be a stellar road trip.

Willing to share space to S.C. if anyone is interested.

BeamerBob - 11-11-2013 at 12:31 PM

I looked again and Oklahoma City is your halfway point. Worst roads on i40! AWACS planes are based there and there always seems to be one in the air.

pokitetrash - 11-11-2013 at 03:57 PM

Hope the stars line up for me too!

pokitetrash - 11-11-2013 at 04:03 PM

"Yes, a stellar road trip. Fartin, swearin, BSin, stinkin and tellin lies. Could be a bucket list trip"

I was almost gonna offer the Kite Fort until I read this last bit Davis!! :barf: Long time to be in a box with a professed terrorist.. :ninja:

MyAikenCheeks - 16-11-2013 at 08:48 AM

Long time to be in a box with a professed terrorist..

Oh no..... I promise that I won't wear my bomb vest ...... and you know I have one.

I can be convinced not to be fartin, swearin, BSin, stinkin and tellin lies.
Well, a least 3 of the 5.:P:evil::D

flyhighWNY - 16-11-2013 at 03:04 PM

Think I'll be out that way spending time with my Bride! She says I'll get a day there!! WOO HOO! can only bring limited gear will there be a buggy for me? (BB). we plan a nite in CA visiting some friends there plus I wanna ride the Coaster at the Casino its so much fun! Can't believe I drove past there 4x's a month in 2000 and never saw a soul on the Playa!

BeamerBob - 16-11-2013 at 06:14 PM

flyhigh, there is always a buggy sitting still. I have 3 and certainly, one of them should be sitting still if you need one. Brian has a couple buggies too. I'm sure if you see one you'd like to try, just ask and the owner would most likely accommodate you. I understand Kent will have some of his Ivanpah buggies on site as well. Big Kid brings a trailer load of them too.