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2 minutes ago, samadamsuk said:
Got ya, no probs! Any updates on where they are as the night goes on would be cool if your about!
yeah defo! Gutted i didnt opt to drive on T2 this year!!!
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Just now, samadamsuk said:
I take it you've already installed it and used up the free demo time period - if not, would be a good idea for tonight!
See1! great minds etc!
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GRLevel 3 has a trial period for 21 days! grab it now!
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6 minutes ago, samadamsuk said:
What do they show up as on the spotter network ? THanks -
they are not on, i am in contact with the on facebook
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Paul and the guys are currently in Shamrock, Good Road options to grab the first storm and see what it can produce.
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13 hours ago, matty40s said:
Cheers Mike, very disappointed in coverage of Tour 1 on here - especially after last years pointers and discussions to the organisers of this forums importance in raising awareness of tour chasing and information sharing to people who either don't do facebook/twatter or are limited in data use.
Im not going to bang on about it, and have tried to get a bit of interest on here on chase nights like the forum used to have, it would be great to see the actual NWchasing footage or stills on here too.
Hi dude!
ill be driving on T4 and I will attempt to stream from ym Go Pro once i get it setup on Twitch, I will put a link up on the forums and try to keep an active thread going....its heard streaming with data coverage and with different staff this season its about getting the flow going again! Tom is out there at the moment who loves a good thread so it will be improved dramatically with him there!
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21 hours ago, Dorsetbred said:
Don't you mean "plain" food?
proper klever that!
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Hi Everyone!
just as the other threads are getting popular i thought our little T4 thread can get a bump!
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14 hours ago, Nick L said:
Beginning of Tour 3 now edging into GFS range. Let the obsessive run watching commence!
you clearly have better access to data or do you use any specific site? I like pivotal weather (not that i have a clue what i am looking at!)
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On 11/05/2019 at 10:13, nsrobins said:
Bump! I guess if there’s no chasers out this year from the U.K. it might make the roads a bit quieter
Good afternoon Neil!
Manchester based here!
Driver for the NW/WH Tours:
Driving on:
T4 7th June
Canada tour 14th July
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On 10/05/2019 at 19:58, chionomaniac said:
One of the things that I have been discussing with last years tour group is data for phones and devices. Weather holidays do provide great Wi-fi on the tours ( and I hear it has been great so far this year) but there can always be connectivity and multi usage issues. The most important thing is that Paul and his team can have the fastest and best data updates when he needs it most, so I am ensuring that I have my own data plan in place, so as not to slow up the internet speed at crucial moments. It may be worth contacting your phone provider so that you have a back up plan at these crucial moments. I am sorting one out with EE for a relatively modest price.
I have also got myself a Revolut card so that I don’t have to rely on cash and can take advantage of the better exchange rates they offer.
As a driver/tech support / the odd forecasting opinion, I can put my 2p worth!
Last year we opted to go for the unlimited data mobile phone contracts to use as tethering hotspots, which work well and allows everyone including myself to browse the net, look at radar data and when the signal is strong and we are not doing much, looking at whenever we need to on the laptop!
At the peak of the chase on whatever day that is, you can be in the middle of a metro area in OKC or the depths of the wilderness in Montana, the signal does frequently disappear due to overloading of chasers trying to share that 1 bar of 3g or the shear size of a storm has locked off the 4g signals. sharing the data in the cars is a brilliant option for everyone especially on tedious 500 mile drives but when the time comes, all data is reserved for the chasing data and if needed, it will be limited to staff.
the reason for this above, i spoke to EE about my plan and they changed my uk allowance to be available in the USA and Canada (proved helpful last year) it is limited to 15gb a month but thats a lot of data when browsing!
Always worth asking your provider for an allowance just in case the usual wifi options are not available!
boom!
great thread! keep your additional items coming!
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On 11/05/2019 at 08:29, Dorsetbred said:
Lucas, there is no live stream this year. As to a lot of your other questions concerning how...check out weatherholidays.com as a starting point for the tour schedule. Start there to begin with as it has a faq and contact email. As to radar app, a lot of people use RadarScope. Others will add more I am sure but being in a specific tour thread might mean your questions may not be seem the best place. There is a thread running on “What do I take...” and that is a really useful thread this year, drop in and ask....Good luck, it’s a great thing to do, you will enjoy...and want to go back for more!
“What do I take...” and that is a really useful thread this year"
Thanks!! but very useful!
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5 hours ago, Dan Martin said:
Camera lenses - is it worth bringing my 70-200? The wide and mid range zooms are a give, just wondering about a telephoto?
i took a 300 i didnt use it much but hen i neede dit it was fab! totally up to you!
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16 hours ago, Allseasons-si said:
I have been wanting to go over there for years but just cannot afford it,dear netweather can i pay monthly for a tour
Paul Scarbro in a good location i would of thought.
In the past i have paid in instalments @Paul will be able to help!
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16 hours ago, RichieJ1 said:
Hi I'm Richie, like Linda I'm new to all this, looking forward to another of life's adventures, meeting everyone and getting a few good pics.
a few! id bring a spare hard drive if your the kind of person wo fills up memory cards!
it will be the time of your life!
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15 hours ago, chionomaniac said:
Definitely, and yet time flies when you are out there.....
maybe see you on changeover day for T4!
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3 hours ago, Sharlou7 said:
Hi. New to the forums. How do I get details about storm tours for next year 2020? Many thanks.
I've been watching the live storm chasing from the US for the last couple of weeks. I also keep up to date with my charts, etc even though I am by no means an expert at all.
Nick L the lovely guy himself has beaten me to it but stick to this forum as the days are individually listed. you will get pictures and any video that the team post! book now and avoid disappointment!
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11 hours ago, Tom Lynch said:
hang them on over the lampshade in the room , just don't forget that they are there
even though i have pictures of you drying your smalls on the bonnet of the car?
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On 24/03/2019 at 23:35, Tom Lynch said:
Hello my name is Tom and I have an addiction - Storm chasing. I will be at the Best Western 13/14th May and willing to help if you have any questions I am willing to help.
Tom
I have trouble drying my boxer shorts....any ideas?
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7 hours ago, Dorsetbred said:
With the miles rolling by, I think you have forgotten a suggestion from times gone past, when a gas station cannot be located, and for the female guests , when a pit stop in the bus is needed, a SHEWEE was on the recommended list for those who prefer dry legs or are a poor aim. Come on now this is sharing list!
Good point however id did make a point that this is what i take!!! If i took a shewee i would have been ask a few more questions!!!
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Here are some of my videos from over the years of chasing from USA to UK!
Nice playlist for you all!
Enjoy!
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On 11/03/2019 at 11:10, Froze were the Days said:
Cheers for your input...wowzer! been on YouTube and seem some mighty crazy ones and appears the majority of the 'bigguns' form around Moore near Oklahoma City
and appears earlier in the season (March/April) Alabama/Arkansas/Missouri/Tennesee/Kentucky/Georgia are the States more effected but as mentioned as weather is a fickle beast Tour 5 could be as good as Tour 1 but May is the month for the 'action'...
Currently going though probate so next few months not sure what bills I'll be shelling out for, are there quite a few spaces available for 2020? (I can't see availability on the tours anywhere).
Cheers Tim
Hi Tim,
if you are after some of the NW/Weatherholidays videos then i have a few on my YT Channel playlist!
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and appears earlier in the season (March/April) Alabama/Arkansas/Missouri/Tennesee/Kentucky/Georgia are the States more effected but as mentioned as weather is a fickle beast Tour 5 could be as good as Tour 1 but May is the month for the 'action'...
Tour 2 chase day 5 Oklahoma potential High risk
in Storm Chase USA
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