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Trip to ivanpah questions
I know there's only a few of us in here but I thought you guys might be able to help. I'm planing on driving out to Ivanpah for spring of 2024 and I
had a couple questions.
I've noticed in a few video's that some people use a blue tarp for launching and landing to minimize wear on the kite presumably. How well does this
work and how do you keep it in place effectively? I'm familiar with the pool noodle/rebar trick. Those are already in the kite bag, but was
wondering what the story was with the tarps.
Also, perhaps most importantly, is if anyone had advice regarding "best routes" for driving across the country? I'm in NH. Google shows primarily
two routes. One coming from the northeast and using a more northerly route across colorado and utah. The other goes further south across texas and
arizona. Both are about 41 hours so no difference there. I couldn't find anything online which is why I'm asking. I'm assuming the route through
colorado is going up through the mountains and the other goes through the desert. Any preferences? More enjoyable drive one way or the other?
Things to stop at along the way? Any thoughts or opinions?
Thanks for the help ![:cool:](./images/smilies/cool.gif) ![:thumbup:](./images/smilies/thumbup.gif) ![:thumbup:](./images/smilies/thumbup.gif)
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Since no one else has answered and I've been through some of the mountains in Colorado and Utah I'll say this. Depends on whether you are comfortable
with driving in the mountains. There is a lot of great scenery but you may be too occupied with the driving to enjoy it. There are places with steep
grades for example. Some spots for viewing but not all that many. The drivers there are used to mountain driving and ignore speed limits like people
do everywhere else. One interesting point - at higher altitude you can use lower octane gas. I don't recall seeing 87 octane for sale anywhere until
we went to Colorado and New Mexico. The Interstates are generally the easiest roads to drive. Some interesting places along the way, particularly
if you get off the freeways.
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Thanks for weighing in Randy. Much appreciated! I've been all over the US but always flew. I'm bringing several buggies to ivanpah so it's time to
drive. Everyone needs to visit the dry lakes at least once in life ![:)](./images/smilies/smile.gif) . Hopefully
it'll be an enjoyable drive out there.
Thanks agian ![:thumbup:](./images/smilies/thumbup.gif)
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That's going to be an amazing road trip kteguru!!!
This is going to be an adventure all by itself! You could make a stunning video documenting your drive to the buggying Mecca by highlighting all the
states you pass through, attractions, scenery, stopovers, time-lapses etc and every little detail. Use an aminated map in your video to show your
progress.
I did a similar trip back in 97. Picked up a brand new hire car in NJ with just 4 miles on the clock and handed it over in San Fransisco with 15,000
miles. Zigzag'd the country from north and south from east to west. 22 states in 3 months.
Wish I had spent more time in the Appalachia region but we were in too much of a rush. It would be a shame if you raced across the country. If you
have the time, it would be worth travelling at a more leisurely pace.
If it were me, I would take the route north. You could do a side trip to Alvord out of Boise, then Lake Tahoe. I regularly fly out of Boise into
Jackson Hole in Microsoft Flight simulator, this part of the world is stunning.
And then, of course, Ivanpah itself! Wow, I'm very envious.
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Ooowww sooooo jealous!!!
Have a great one at Ivanpah and the road to and back.
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Thanks Jantie and Redsky! I hope it will be a great trip out and back. I always wanted to go to ivanpah but could never set aside the time, but now
I can.
I wish I could make a doumentary but my skill in doing so is precisely zero. However, if you can get some time off work Red, you're more than welcome
to join me and do the video along the way. All you need to do is fly into Boston which is 60 min. away from me and I will pick you up at the airport
on the way! I've got more than enough equipment for both of us ![:thumbup:](./images/smilies/thumbup.gif) . All
you need is your harness. Kite trip party all the way:D. We could see how many states we can buggy in along the way without getting arrested ![:lol:](./images/smilies/lol.gif) .
Maybe I'll catch part of Appalachia on my way back since I've been thinking about that anyway. You had me going when you said you regularly fly out
of Boise,,,,til I read 'in flight simulator' ![:lol:](./images/smilies/lol.gif) ![:lol:](./images/smilies/lol.gif) .
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You're a no-good schemer kteguru. I see right through your plans. Yes, you'll hide my passport and have me as your personal kite squire. I'll be
keeping shade for you under an umbrella while you swig back another jug of ice-cold brew and between rides you'll have me holding down the tarp.
Windstruck had me cleaning his house for six months before I made my escape. I'm not falling for that again.
http://www.powerkiteforum.com/viewthread.php?tid=36996#pid33...
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You got me Redsky ![;)](./images/smilies/wink.gif) . How did you figure out my evil plan! Argh, foiled again!
Since I need a kite squire I'll just have to sweeten the deal with a custom Vision buggy special for the great Redsky. Perhaps you'd like something
curvacious or maybe something angular and deadly looking? How about an asymmetrical buggy? Maybe one with hubcentric steering? I know your
drooling just thinking about the possibilities :megan:
The offers open if you want it :smug:. Or just meet us out on the dry lake :moon:
Cheers
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Quote: Originally posted by RedSky ![](images/perspective/lastpost.gif) | You're a no-good schemer kteguru. I see right through your plans. Yes, you'll hide my passport and have me as your personal kite squire. I'll be
keeping shade for you under an umbrella while you swig back another jug of ice-cold brew and between rides you'll have me holding down the tarp.
Windstruck had me cleaning his house for six months before I made my escape. I'm not falling for that again.
http://www.powerkiteforum.com/viewthread.php?tid=36996#pid33...
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Dean that sound like a great trip... One day I may plan it too..
By than you will be an expert and be able to give all the details.
Are you going to make it to WBB this fall?
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Probably won't be able to make WW this fall Jack. I'll be doing 3 weeks for Ivanpah in the spring. I will be meeting Mike in a couple days to give
him Daniel's new buggy though. You will have to get some pics of him buggying on his own for the first time. :wee:
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Quote: Originally posted by kteguru ![](images/perspective/lastpost.gif) | Probably won't be able to make WW this fall Jack. I'll be doing 3 weeks for Ivanpah in the spring. I will be meeting Mike in a couple days to give
him Daniel's new buggy though. You will have to get some pics of him buggying on his own for the first time. :wee: |
Dean you will be missed.. Ennes will probably have plenty of pictures. But, I will try to get a few..
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Hey guru
Check your U2U
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