Re: Kibbie 2007 OT Challenge

From: Chris and Josette Borland <candjborland_at_sbcglobal.net>
Date: Sun, 20 May 2007 13:52:48 -0700

Hi Bruce,

Does this mean that we have to use pirelli?

Chris Borland - Sacramento



On May 20, 2007, at 12:59 PM, Bruce McCrory wrote:

> Here is the challenge:
>
> We young-timers vs. you old-timers. Who can make-fly for the longest
> time a duration model from plans published prior to 1936?
>
> Why 1936? I have one Frank Zaic Year Book, 1935-1936; and, that was
> the year AMA formed. For those of you with Zaic's "Model Airplanes
> and American Boy" The choice of subjects is better. Share?
>
> The deal is the model should be faithful to the original plan as far
> as materials can be reproduced. Don't look for English rubberized
> fabric, just try to use a contemporary material. Was condenser tissue
> available then?
>
> Now, there is no definite break in contestant age, just how you feel
> about yourself, and no special awards for each group. It's going to
> be 1, 2, and 3rd with the Kibbie tradition of "modest prizes".
>
> Bring that ancient joy, whether the moldy original or smelling of
> fresh glue, to the Kibbie Dome and let's have a go!
>
> Bruce McCrory
>
>
>



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