Supercubs to Alaska for the 2012 Iditarod
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BradleyG
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Dallas, TX
Nome!
Just talked to the group via cell phone. After a day in a hot spring, they have now arrived in Nome. They have more creature comforts now, such as beer and possibly showers, although the shower is just a guess on my part. The beer I could hear being served.
They plan to watch the lead racers arrive in Nome tomorrow and then in the near future work their way back to ANC, then regroup and head back to the lower 48.
I was able to clarify one detail from the Spot message problem near Ophir, it was an AK Trooper Cub and not a Helo that contacted them. The group was surprised that they were the subject of a rescue.
They also spent at least one night at -40 in the bush. Most equipment worked as designed, and of course they survived, although somewhat uncomfortably cold that night. Their cubs all started with a couple of exceptions and those problems were overcome by back up heater plans. Most of the pre designed equipment worked and worked well.
After the race finish, as they start back, I am sure that the return trip will also be interesting!
Jerry
Just talked to the group via cell phone. After a day in a hot spring, they have now arrived in Nome. They have more creature comforts now, such as beer and possibly showers, although the shower is just a guess on my part. The beer I could hear being served.
They plan to watch the lead racers arrive in Nome tomorrow and then in the near future work their way back to ANC, then regroup and head back to the lower 48.
I was able to clarify one detail from the Spot message problem near Ophir, it was an AK Trooper Cub and not a Helo that contacted them. The group was surprised that they were the subject of a rescue.
They also spent at least one night at -40 in the bush. Most equipment worked as designed, and of course they survived, although somewhat uncomfortably cold that night. Their cubs all started with a couple of exceptions and those problems were overcome by back up heater plans. Most of the pre designed equipment worked and worked well.
After the race finish, as they start back, I am sure that the return trip will also be interesting!
Jerry
T. Parsons
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Nome, AK
Five cubs on the sea ice in front of the Post office. The Iditarod air force is arriving in Nome.
BradleyG
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Dallas, TX
More Info
Each cub had a Catalytic heater under the cowling at night. An engine cover and a mesh wing cover, with spoilers, were used. The tents were designed, constructed, and tested by the group. (Yes, sewing was involved!) They were made from Cotton Duck Cloth, which was then waterproofed. A nylon fly was then sewn, waterproofed, and fitted over the entire structure. The tent was supported by four aluminum poles, held at the top by a welded tubular spider. The tent stoves were Yukon 1950 gravity fed burners. The burner was inside a sheet metal designed box with folding legs. The stove burned Avgas, about 1 gal per night of use. Here is a picture of my tent in a pretest. Also a picture of the stove and sleeping bag being pretested.The nylon fly shown is from one of the other cub tents. The fly is also visible on tents in the previous photos posted..
Each cub had a Catalytic heater under the cowling at night. An engine cover and a mesh wing cover, with spoilers, were used. The tents were designed, constructed, and tested by the group. (Yes, sewing was involved!) They were made from Cotton Duck Cloth, which was then waterproofed. A nylon fly was then sewn, waterproofed, and fitted over the entire structure. The tent was supported by four aluminum poles, held at the top by a welded tubular spider. The tent stoves were Yukon 1950 gravity fed burners. The burner was inside a sheet metal designed box with folding legs. The stove burned Avgas, about 1 gal per night of use. Here is a picture of my tent in a pretest. Also a picture of the stove and sleeping bag being pretested.The nylon fly shown is from one of the other cub tents. The fly is also visible on tents in the previous photos posted..
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Gunny
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WA
Very cool. What are the dimensions of the tents? Below is a pic of my 10x10 range tent (9' at the peak) that I got from Dave Ellis Canvas in Durango, CO. The original poles were galvanized steel and weighed about 20 lbs. Got a set of 6160 aluminum tubes made up and they are about 9 pounds. Mine was made of 7.5oz canvas so tent only weight was about 15 lbs. I really like the fast set up and walk in walk out capability - no low crawl to get in and out. Sure there is lighter but for my three season needs it works. Curious what the weight of your set up is. Very cool - thanks for posting.
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BradleyG
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Dallas, TX
Gunny,
It is about 7 ft square. Not quite tall enough to walk into. The poles are Kelty tarp poles from REI. Aluminum, bottom two shock corded together. The top is single and adjustable up to about 9+ feet. The whole unit weighed 24lbs including poles. A little heavier than yours, probably due to the multiple coats of water proofing in the Cotton, the stove jack, (1000 degree material) and the flooring. The tent and fly fit into a small 1x2 stuff sack. The poles into a Walmart folding chair bag.
It is about 7 ft square. Not quite tall enough to walk into. The poles are Kelty tarp poles from REI. Aluminum, bottom two shock corded together. The top is single and adjustable up to about 9+ feet. The whole unit weighed 24lbs including poles. A little heavier than yours, probably due to the multiple coats of water proofing in the Cotton, the stove jack, (1000 degree material) and the flooring. The tent and fly fit into a small 1x2 stuff sack. The poles into a Walmart folding chair bag.
mike mcs repair
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chugiak AK
iditarod winner should be there within hour or 2
www.ktuu.com will be live streaming the finish/and or break into the news.....
www.ktuu.com will be live streaming the finish/and or break into the news.....
mike mcs repair
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chugiak AK
mike mcs repair
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chugiak AK
NimpoCub
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Nimpo Lake, BC . . . AKA "the Floatplane Capital o
mvivion
FOUNDER
Bozeman,MT
You guys should have looked at the Arctic Oven tents from Alaska Tent and Tarp......http://www.alaskatent.com/oven.html. Roger Siglin and company have used those things on snowmachine trips from Fairbanks to Baffin Island and all over the Canadian and Alaskan Arctic.
Aliy Zirkle finished second. Tough girl, and a great competitor.....congratulations to all!
MTV
Aliy Zirkle finished second. Tough girl, and a great competitor.....congratulations to all!
MTV
spinner2
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Montana
Sounds like a fun adventure. Sorry to hear about your carb ice problem in Idaho.
I'd be interested in learning the details involved in converting the stove to burn 100LL fuel?
mvivion
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Bozeman,MT
Good on you!! For those who don't want to do so, or don't have the time/expertise, the Arctic Oven is a great option.
Interesting trip, keep up the reports.
MTV
BradleyG
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Dallas, TX
Wrong on Camp
I was wrong on the Camp north of McGrath. My info was that they had planned a camp. They changed their minds and made the decision to refuel at McGrath and proceed on to ANC. They landed at ANC as it was getting dark. The plan now is to start the journey back later today. Here are a couple of pictures I received late last evening.One is Nome at Sunset. One is of a Moose at McGrath and another is of one of the Cubbers warming by his Catalytic heater before the flames die down. You will just have to decide for yourselves which of those two is the Moose.:lol:
I was wrong on the Camp north of McGrath. My info was that they had planned a camp. They changed their minds and made the decision to refuel at McGrath and proceed on to ANC. They landed at ANC as it was getting dark. The plan now is to start the journey back later today. Here are a couple of pictures I received late last evening.One is Nome at Sunset. One is of a Moose at McGrath and another is of one of the Cubbers warming by his Catalytic heater before the flames die down. You will just have to decide for yourselves which of those two is the Moose.:lol:
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CloudDancer
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L. Ronstadt - J. Ingram Duet
On the offhand chance...I know it's remote....that any of you SuperCubbers might find your way into the Bering Sea Saloon, the Breakers, the Anchor Tavern, Polaris, or the den of iniquity known as the Board of Trade there in Nome;
I would humbly proud if you would hoist a libation for me
in my abscence.
I'll be there in spirit....
CloudDancer
I would humbly proud if you would hoist a libation for me
in my abscence. I'll be there in spirit....
CloudDancer
BradleyG
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Dallas, TX
Hoisting...
Cloudy,
These characters are very experienced in hoisting! They have already left Nome and are back at Lake Hood, but when I speak to them I will ask that they honor your request. I am sure that Anchorage has many such places that have been frequented the infamous Cloud Dancer. If not, there are several more chances left along their route back. They are always ready to provide a "Pub" lic service.:lol:
Jerry
Cloudy,
These characters are very experienced in hoisting! They have already left Nome and are back at Lake Hood, but when I speak to them I will ask that they honor your request. I am sure that Anchorage has many such places that have been frequented the infamous Cloud Dancer. If not, there are several more chances left along their route back. They are always ready to provide a "Pub" lic service.:lol:
Jerry
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