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Event info
Tennessee Paragliding Open aka HURRICANE OPEN is an annual xc race to goal paragliding competition held in the Sequatchie Valley of TN, a famous location for Hang Gliding comps back in the 90's and a WORLD CLASS flying location.
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JUSTFLY-SVS Flight Parks,
Whitwell, TENNESSEE, USA.
Henson Gap, TENNESSEE, USA.
Keel Mountain, ALABAMA, USA...
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Registration will open on
01/03 14:58 (US/Central)
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Live trackers supplied
The organiser will supply Live trackers to you, for safety and scoring
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Helicopter rescue
The region supports helicopter rescues
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Medic on takeoff
There will be medical rescue services at launch
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Good phone coverage
The region generally has good phone coverage
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Radio coverage
We will be monitoring radios for your safety whilst you fly
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Live trackers mandatory
Live Tracking is MANDATORY in this event to score. The organiser will provide the trackers.
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Retrieve included
There will be retrieve vehicles available to return pilots to HQ
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Toilets on takeoff
There are toilets at, or near, the launch
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Tracklogs managed
The organisers will download the tracklogs at HQ for scoring
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Airtribune blogging
The organisers are using Airtribune for registration, tracking, blogging and to publish scores
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Free WiFi
The organisers will have free WiFi available at HQ
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Goal beers
There will usually be goal beers for winners
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Party
There will be an organised party during or after the event
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Free gift
You will receive a tshirt or other welcome gift
Prize funds and scoring categories
- Female
- Sport
- Open
- Overall
Contacts
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Coordinator
- David Hanning
- 423-800-2228
- dave.hanning@gmail.com
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Meet DIrector
- Dave Hanning
- dave.hanning@gmail.com
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Safety Director
- Ritter Lavengood
- info@tnfly.com
Event info
Tennessee Paragliding Open aka HURRICANE OPEN is an annual xc race to goal paragliding competition held in the Sequatchie Valley of TN, a famous location for Hang Gliding comps back in the 90's and a WORLD CLASS flying location. Launch elevation is 2000ft with the valley floor at 750ft along the 100k long and 12k wide valley system. The generous gentle conditions over green grassy farm fields is an excellent race arena. At JUSTFLYSVS Flight Parks we are able to fly in any wind direction, with top landing space and lots of generous LZ's around.
Flying site
Selection and entry fee
Selection determined by date of payment received and initial sign up
Documents required at registration
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National Licence
The organiser requires you to present your National flying licence.
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Signed Application form
You will need to sign an applicaton form at the venue. Usually the organiser will provide it on arrival.
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Signed Waiver/Release form
You will need to sign a waiver or release document to show you understand the risks. Usually the organiser will provide it on arrival.
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Identification documents needed
You will need to provide photo ID on arrival. This could be Passport, Driving Licence or National ID, for example.
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Liability Insurance
You must provide the organiser with a copy of your liability (3rd party) insurance documents
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Rescue/Medical Insurance
You must provide the organiser with a copy of your medical, rescue and repatriation insurance. You can purchase Global Rescue cover from Airtribune
Cancellation Policy
Prize fund and scoring categories
Sport
Women
General schedule
09/05 1st Day
09/06 2nd Day
09/07 3rd Day
09/08 4th Day
09/09 5th Dy
09/10 6th Day
09/11 Final day & 9/11 fire work tribute
Daily schedule
9:00 Task & Safety COmmittee Meetings
10:00 Pilot's briefing / pervious task / Task definition
11:00 window open
17:00 task closed
22:00 provisional results
Accommodation and Activities
Barnhouse & Camping onsite @ Flying Camp
Castle’s Grocery & Motel - Whitwell, TN
+14236586542
Mountain Inn & Suites - Dunlap, TN
+14239492184
http://www.mountaininnandsuites.com/
https://goo.gl/maps/MBRBD8Pe2snprbPA8
Big Al’s Inn - Dunlap, TN
+14239498422
https://big-als-inn.business.site/
http://www.randrrvcampground.com/ - North of Dunlap
+17045621182
Coops Creek RV - Downtown Dunlap.
+14239493483
A Tennessee Dude & Guest House
http://www.tnhorsevacation.com/
+14235544677
Accommodations
Free Camping with limited facilities & Camping with deluxe facilities, Tents, hostel bunk bed rentals or private rooms & apts. all for rent on site from Flying Camp. Near by airbnb, hotels in Dunlap, Whitwell & Chattanooga.
Bunk House and Apartments at launch https://www.flying.camp/accommodations/
Next door to us is the Tennessee Tree Toppers club that has camping, an Aframe, covered BBQ, shower and bath house…annual membership is $150 monthly membership available also.
Dee Nash has a room private cabin to rent # 423-605-0227. It's like a Hotel room cabin. Can’t say what it all entails, but it is directly across from TTT and our Henson Gap launch site.
ISOLATED & STERILE ★ Luxury Cabin Nestled In Woods - Whitwell Tennessee. Offered through Air BnB
;Signal Mountain Retreat - Signal Mountain Tennessee offered through Air Bnb
Secluded, amazing artesian home in beautiful Coppingers Cove - outdoor paradise 20 minutes from Whitwell Launch/HQ
Unit C | River Gorge Condo - 10 Minutes to Downtown Chattanooga 30 minutes from launches. Along the Tennessee River.
Log Cabin in the Clouds with a Million Dollar View - Private - Clean & Safe! quick and easy access to both launch sites.
Hawk Haven Hideaway - Dunlap Tn. Looking across the valley towards JustFly-SVS Henson Gap and only about 30 minutes to JustFly-SVS Whitwell.
Peaceful retreat on 45 acre farm. 3 bedroom/2 bath cottage, sleeps 7. Close to all the activity and nestled near the Prentice-Cooper State Park. Quick easy access to Chattanooga and all of the competition venues.
Unit H | Cozy Mountain Hideaway! 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Sleeps 4. Close to everything and along the scenic Tennessee River.
Tennessee's Grand Canyon! 10 Min From Downtown Chattanooga! Waterfront Condo With River And Mountain Views! Free Pontoon Boat Rides. 1 bedroom, sleeps 4. 45 minute access competition venues.
A Tennessee Dude & Guest House
Many Hotels and motels are available in the area
Castle’s Grocery & Motel - Whitwell, TN +1 (423) 658-6542
Mountain Inn & Suites - Dunlap, TN +1(423) 949-2184
http://www.mountaininnandsuites.com/
https://goo.gl/maps/MBRBD8Pe2snprbPA8
Big Al’s Inn - Dunlap, TN +1 (423( 949-8422
Activities
Additional Activities include but are not limited to; Caving, Mtn Biking, rock climbing, river floating, kayaking, swimming,...
Savage Gulf Natural Area Savage Gulf is 15,590-acre natural area located in Grundy and Sequatchie Counties. Carved like a giant crowfoot into the western edge of the Cumberland Plateau, it is one of Tennessee's most scenic wilderness areas. Its sheer sandstone cliffs and rugged canyons provide extraordinary views.
Fiery Gizzard Trail The Fiery Gizzard Trail runs from Tracy City, Tennessee to Foster Falls in Marion County, Tennessee. It is renowned for its beauty and diversity, cited by Backpacker magazine as one of the top 25 hiking trails in the United States.
Caving Tennessee has some of the most amazing caving in the country. We have experts that are also pilots and can provide guided tours if we have unflyable days.
Climbing Many great climbing area a short distance from the magic valley.
How to get here
Whitwell, TN is located in the Sequatchie Valley of TN 35 mins west from Chattanooga.
Cuba, NM 87013, USA
Whitwell United States
Downloads
Waypoint files
Organizers
Church Of Thermal Ascension
Contacts
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Coordinator
- David Hanning
- 423-800-2228
- dave.hanning@gmail.com
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Meet DIrector
- Dave Hanning
- dave.hanning@gmail.com
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Safety Director
- Ritter Lavengood
- info@tnfly.com
Socials
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Tasks and results
Task 2
06 Sep, 2021
38.7 km — Race to goal
Task 3
07 Sep, 2021
38.7 km — Race to goal
Task 4
08 Sep, 2021
31.5 km — Race to goal
Task 6
10 Sep, 2021
97.7 km — Race to goal
Task 7
11 Sep, 2021
30.3 km — Race to goal
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