BajaNomad - Look for them, they are headed south!

Look for them, they are headed south!

DianaT - 8-2-2010 at 10:09 PM

We met some of these guys last year when they made a quick visit to Bahia Asuncion and flew around just a bit.

This year, like last year, they left as quickly as they arrived. They head into town, spend a night at the Verduzco Hotel and then they are off. But this year they are heading south, with four support vehicles that have more electronics then a Best Buy Store.

Interesting group as most are from the San Diego area, but one is from Guadalajara, another Panama and one from New York.

Hope you enjoy what they are doing, and if you are along the Pacific Coast south of us, look for them during the next 4 or 5 days.

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Thank you for looking---this special show took place just down the way from our home----they set up and took off from some land that has been cleared for an RV park in the future.

[Edited on 8-3-2010 by DianaT]

BajaBruno - 8-2-2010 at 10:31 PM

Super ultra-lights? Looks like fun, though.

bajamedic - 8-2-2010 at 10:38 PM

I am just not sure that I would like hanging out at the bottom of a king sized sheet and then mounting a food processer onto my back. :biggrin:

tattuna - 8-2-2010 at 11:00 PM

That looks so cool, what an adventure for those guys!

Mexicorn - 8-3-2010 at 06:25 AM

Nice promo fo "Screaing Eagle Airlines" but where do the stewardes's sit!

willyAirstream - 8-3-2010 at 06:55 AM

Fantastic Photos! Thanks for posting.
No carry on luggage fee for those guys!

shari - 8-3-2010 at 07:03 AM

Wow...excellent photo report. We saw them pass over the campground on their way down the coast and I was wondering what the heck the rigs were like so the close ups of the gear was great..thanks. I love the photo of the guy jumping off the cliff and the teeny surfer in the water under him. What a cool sport and certainly turned all heads upward in the village yesterday. I notice they have camera gear on the helmet...do you know if they are making a video...love to see it.

Their land rigs got alot of attention as they rolled through town...a couple of tricked out hummers...one even had a custom camper built on it!!! cant miss em.

BajaBlanca - 8-3-2010 at 07:17 AM

that is amazing !!!! very very nice photos ...

DENNIS - 8-3-2010 at 07:29 AM

Insane.

yeah - but boring mainly

capt. mike - 8-3-2010 at 07:57 AM

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Originally posted by DENNIS
Insane.

fun to watch for about 5 minutes. fun to do...for about the same time.
for only a smidgeon more one can get a decent weight shift or stick controlled mico light with a regallo wing and actually go places, and at speeds 10X what the powered chutes will do.
they are for "hanging" around at local venues. if those guys are really doing x country w truck support thay have a long many days ahead. oh well, they must dig it.

DianaT - 8-3-2010 at 08:04 AM

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Originally posted by bajamedic
I am just not sure that I would like hanging out at the bottom of a king sized sheet and then mounting a food processer onto my back. :biggrin:

From fun, great adventure to insane. Me? no way, but it sure was fun watching them and they are having a great adventure.

What was interesting to watch was the tension before take-off, like the one guy straightening the cords, and one wishing him well, and then the relaxed big smiles as they buzzed over us several times.

Did wonder if anyone would notice that tiny surfer. :biggrin:

The kids on the ATV were obvious, as was the water truck, but we didn't see the surfer until we were processing the pix.

When the water truck reached the little bay to load up, he put the hood up on his truck as if he was having truck problems; we wondered if he just wanted a longer look. :yes:

They plan on taking another 4 or 5 days to go further south and plan on camping along the way. Prior to this, Bahia Asuncion was as far south as they have done this. They are having a great time and love what they are doing.

Thanks for enjoying the local air show---we sure enjoyed it.

[Edited on 8-3-2010 by DianaT]

rts551 - 8-3-2010 at 08:51 AM

Wow Diane. Really neat

Curt63 - 8-3-2010 at 09:11 AM

George George George of the Desert

Watch out for that tree....... er .... cactus

bajajudy - 8-3-2010 at 09:55 AM

Way cool
Thanks

BajaSerg - 8-3-2010 at 10:26 AM

wow thats so cool :coolup:

thanks great photos :spingrin:

mtgoat666 - 8-3-2010 at 10:33 AM

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Originally posted by DianaT
Look for them, they are headed south!

Cute little lawn mowers motors on their backs! I assume they are 2-cycles?

While I have never tried it, I think it looks kind of noisy. I think I prefer watching the guys who ride the thermals w/o motor assist, or gliders (hang gliders and sail planes). I think the thermal riders are more graceful

Their Hummer looks like Navy flat gray military vehicle. Lots of industrial hardware. Very macho! Bet they are desk jockies w/ soft hands!

Boys and their toys!

NIMBY

redmesa - 8-3-2010 at 12:05 PM

We have one in our neighborhood and the first time the whining motor was heard, it was all interesting and looked like fun. Now I find the high pitched motor flying overheard during a peaceful day very annoying. Sorry but the fun part is over for me.

DianaT - 8-4-2010 at 08:02 AM

Thanks to those who enjoyed sharing this unusual experience, or at least unusual for this neighborhood.

And yes,
Some may find it boring, and yes, they could cover more ground with different flying machines. But they seem to love what they are doing. Getting somewhere faster does not seem to be their goal, and we found watching this far from boring.

Yes, they probably have money and while I shook hands with a number of them, I don't remember if they had soft hands or not. And if you think the grey Hummer was fancy, you should see the Red Hummer. They may not be as graceful as those without a motor on their back, but they need the motors for what they are doing. Boys with toys, yes----not much different than fancy fishing boats, motorhomes, expensive bicyles, ATVs, airplanes, or the ability to have a second home in a beautiful part of Baja.

Yes, they make some noise that probably would not be enjoyed if it was over our home day after day for long periods of time---not as noisy however as the little boys around here who love to speed on their little quads. But for us, that did not take away the fun of enjoying a small part of their unique adventure. (And I enjoy seeing the little boys having a great time zooming around)

So, this is the way I see it---just my opinion

With their little flying machines and equipment, they came into town, stayed at the local hotel, ate at a local restaurant, bought more supples, all of which is a tiny boost to the economy.

I personally hate flying. I only fly when I really want to travel, and I only ride the Soarin' Over California at California Adventure because my grandson loves it, and he loves seeing grandma's reaction. I agree with Bajamedic about the sheet and food processor. But I can and do understand that for some, this activity would be a great thrill. The smiles on their faces as they buzzed over said it all and made me smile.

South of here, they are going to see and enjoy a beautiful pristine coast line in a unique way---a way most of us will never see it---flying slow and low.

So I wish them well and very much enjoyed sharing a tiny bit of their adventure with them. Upon leaving the area, one of them in one of the trucks waved and yelled, "See ya next year!", and we hope we do.

Diana

[Edited on 8-4-2010 by DianaT]

Pompano - 8-4-2010 at 08:16 AM

Good photos, Diane. We saw them buzzing around Coyote Bay a few months ago. Seems like a fine way to see the countryside.

Over the years, we've seen an amazing amount and variety of flying machines. From hot air balloons to small jets. Always a treat to see. Thanks for sharing the great pics and story.

irenemm - 8-4-2010 at 01:24 PM

your photos are always just beautiful.
i hope that they too took some and share them as well.
fun to watch.
thanks for sharing them

Eli - 8-4-2010 at 01:51 PM

Great photos, I enjoyed them, thank you DianaT.

mike odell - 8-4-2010 at 05:16 PM

Me Too, DianaT! Great Photos!I hope they get this far south, might take a month though!!!

redmesa - 8-4-2010 at 07:26 PM

I think your photos are awesome and what they do must be a real rush...just I have had enough locally of it. I do wish them well and hope they have a heck of a time in Baja.

DianaT - 8-4-2010 at 08:23 PM

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Originally posted by redmesa
I think your photos are awesome and what they do must be a real rush...just I have had enough locally of it. I do wish them well and hope they have a heck of a time in Baja.

Yes, I do understand how an inconsiderate rider in the neighborhood could become a real annoyance instead of a real adventure.

I hope someone else spots them on their journey. Thanks Pompano, Irene, Eli and Mike for looking and enjoying.

[Edited on 8-5-2010 by DianaT]

bajafam - 8-5-2010 at 01:45 AM

We saw them flying overhead as we camped in La Bocana. Very cool. no annoyance here, just in awe of the adventure they must be having

DianaT - 8-5-2010 at 07:19 AM

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Originally posted by bajafam
We saw them flying overhead as we camped in La Bocana. Very cool. no annoyance here, just in awe of the adventure they must be having

That is great to hear. When did you see them?

Thanks
Diana

elizabeth - 8-10-2010 at 08:38 AM

They...or at least 2 of them...are here in Loreto. Saw them late yesterday afternoon flying from the end of The Desert Inn and circling the marina...

It looks like a lot of fun to me, and a unique way of seeing the coast. Anyone know how long they can remain aloft?

DianaT - 8-10-2010 at 02:20 PM

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Originally posted by elizabeth
They...or at least 2 of them...are here in Loreto. Saw them late yesterday afternoon flying from the end of The Desert Inn and circling the marina...

It looks like a lot of fun to me, and a unique way of seeing the coast. Anyone know how long they can remain aloft?

I did not think to ask that question---but we may hear from them to exchange some pix and if we do, I will ask.

BFS - 8-10-2010 at 08:31 PM

They passed over my head at sunset yesterday while I was surfing.
A spectacular site as they were backlit coming from the north and then disappeared over La Poza hill with the sun lighting up their colorful "wings". I imagine they would be in San Jose by now.

bfs

DianaT - 8-11-2010 at 10:50 AM

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Originally posted by BFS
They passed over my head at sunset yesterday while I was surfing.
A spectacular site as they were backlit coming from the north and then disappeared over La Poza hill with the sun lighting up their colorful "wings". I imagine they would be in San Jose by now.

bfs

I bet that was spectacular----they are colorful. :yes:

Skipjack Joe - 8-11-2010 at 07:51 PM

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Diane,

There was a time when you would have been swept off your feet by such an encounter.

A hero from heaven itself.

DianaT - 8-12-2010 at 12:28 PM

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Originally posted by Skipjack Joe

Diane,

There was a time when you would have been swept off your feet by such an encounter.

A hero from heaven itself.

I guess it would be a modern version of the Knight in Shining Armor arriving. :biggrin:

[Edited on 8-12-2010 by DianaT]

BajaBlanca - 8-12-2010 at 01:54 PM

redMesa = are some of them in Punta Abreojos permanently ?

BajaFam - I was not in town but would have loved to have met you since I read about your travels all the time !! Next tim you are in La Bocana, please stop by and visit Blanca and Les - north end of Calle Erizo.

Les did see them flying, but as I said, I was not in Bocana at the time - for sure a different way to appreciate Baja ...