Jerome Poiret Posted February 29, 2004 Share Posted February 29, 2004 Last year I met Vince during business trips to Hong Kong. Everybody should meet Vince at least once ! He is so nice and so dedicated to the sport Two weeks ago, told Vince I'm going to Philipinnes. He said "you must ring my little brother Myro". Myro is "Orimar3" here on the forum. Great guy ! Had dinner at his family's restaurant, took me out and showed me the beauty of Manila night's life... Thanks Pal ! Today, we shot a match in my hometown and I got to meet Skywalker from Italy. We had talked on the phone, and via email. Last year, Skywalker gave me directions to a great deal on primers. But we never met. Luca ( Skywalker 's name) happens to be another great guy !!!! And don't forget my buddy Julien, and our Norwegian friend Even who comes once a year to shoot in France. What a great place here !!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skywalker Posted February 29, 2004 Share Posted February 29, 2004 (edited) I'm blushing... I really like the opportunity to meet forum members all over the world, and this weekend I had another opportunity in Nice (BTW, wasn't it supposed to be the sun home? More on this with some pics in the next days, I still have to de-freeze ). As for the rest of the guys Jerome mentioned (yeah, folks hangin' here around are always guys, despite what their ID card might say...), I can only confirm! Cool place, cool people. [Edit] Well, I typed guys, but I really meant boys, no older than 24/25... [/Edit] Edited March 3, 2004 by Skywalker67 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julien Boit Posted February 29, 2004 Share Posted February 29, 2004 It's supposed to be 360 days of sun, you had real bad luck to be there during the only week of bad weather Despite this, we took a great picture with some kind of "flag" with a nice background. I'm sure when all of you will see the picture, you'll understand what Skywalker is talking about. That's nice to meet a bunch of great people from around the world: Skywalker from Italy, Even from Norway, Phil (Dunlop) from New Zealand, Patrick Sweeney, Vince aka "RulezMaster" from HongKong and so on.... I think we should all thank Brian for this. For Brian Hip Hip hurray..................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Dunlop Posted February 29, 2004 Share Posted February 29, 2004 I'll second all of the above, just wish I had the time and money to get to the matches and put faces to the names. P.D. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38supPat Posted February 29, 2004 Share Posted February 29, 2004 Don't forget Canada Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiG Lady Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 Isn't the Internet wunnerful...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vince Pinto Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 Hi folks, I've said it a dozen times before, but I'll say it again "IPSC: I came for the shooting, but I stayed because of the people". I travel extensively around the world in relation to IPSC matters, and the overwhelming majority of people I meet at matches (and meetings) are all wonderful folk who I'm truly honoured to call "friends". Of course we don't always agree on everything but, when the "lively debates" are over, we can invariably manage to enjoy a nice dinner and lots of refreshing beverages together (and then some!). And, once again, my sincere thanks to our generous host Brian Enos for giving us these fantastic forums, where many initial contacts are established. ENOS RULES! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGlock36 Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 Well I am just getting into the sport and the forum. But I do have to say I have met some truly interesting people on here and cant' wait to meet them at a match or too. Drinks anyone. Here's one to meeting a lot of you throught my career in shooting. Thanks again Brian. If not for you then none of this would be possible. CHEERS. Happy Shooting Paul Franklin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dminor Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 I have been very fortunate to have met Vince, Kees, Myro, Feri, Ivan, Neil, Bob, Tim, Steen, Fritz, Chepit, and a few others during my time in this sport. It is sad that the US shooters and ROs do not make it overseas more often. The best matches I ever worked at were the North Americian and the Pan-Am here in the states. These matches gave me the chance to meet shooters and ROs from around the world. Especially watch out for those ROs from Brazil. It was great fun! I hope to travel to a match or two outside the states this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zorba Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 I totaly agree , this site rules and i hope to meet all of you in Oparany.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skywalker Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 Denise, Italy is waiting for your visit! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dminor Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 Skywalker, Thank you! I look forward to meeting you also! Arnie, have we left yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoser Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 Well, Denise, I don't think we have left yet, have I retired yet? And, are you trying to tell me that you prefer Italy or Bali? See ya after work! Arnie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orimar3 Posted March 1, 2004 Share Posted March 1, 2004 Hi Guys, In the 5 years I've travelled on account of IPSC related business (often with Vince), I've been to 2 World Shoots, 5 Continental Championships (Level IV) and countless Level III's around the world.... all without firing a single round of ammunition. And I had the best time of my life in all cases! All I can say is that I'm happy to have made friends for life all over the world. You really have to get out sometime to experience what camaraderie and fellowship is all about. DVC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benos Posted March 2, 2004 Share Posted March 2, 2004 Denise,Italy is waiting for your visit! But is Italy ready for Denise? Seriously, thanks to everyone for your comments. It feels good to be a part of this great community! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AGlock36 Posted March 2, 2004 Share Posted March 2, 2004 Denise,Italy is waiting for your visit! But is Italy ready for Denise? Seriously, thanks to everyone for your comments. It feels good to be a part of this great community! Amen to that. But then again you have the extra bonus of being able to say "ya know I started that" Got to be one hell of a booster. Truly thanks to you BE for the forum and your true wealth of knowledge that you contribute. Thanks to EVERYONE. Happy Shooting Paul Franklin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmitz Posted March 2, 2004 Share Posted March 2, 2004 Hope to see you once in my lifetime, but I'm afraid of flying. Internet is my alternative! DVC and best wishes, Henny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dminor Posted March 3, 2004 Share Posted March 3, 2004 Hi Big Boy Brian! I am very sure that IPSC Italy can handle my well deserved infamy! Skywalker can let you know how I stacked up after my visit there. It has been a long time since we have had a chance to talk, BE. I just want to thank you for offering up the forum for everyone here and on the world scene. THE ONE AND ONLY, Denise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38supPat Posted March 3, 2004 Share Posted March 3, 2004 I've seen you after a night in Quincy, I can only imagine what happened in Italy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benos Posted March 4, 2004 Share Posted March 4, 2004 Thanks Denise! THE ONE AND ONLY! Couldn't have said it better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoser Posted March 5, 2004 Share Posted March 5, 2004 Luca and all of Italy: Look out, I just booked airline tickets to Milan for Denise and myself. We will be working the IX Classic Italian Challenge on April 2-4. Italy will never be the same once Denise has been there! Arnie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skywalker Posted March 5, 2004 Share Posted March 5, 2004 Arnie, I'll be there shooting, serving the match and, as usual, praising, singing and carrying the holy cross all by myself... From BE and other posts, I get the feeling that I'd better ask some questions to the forum members before your flight ever lands in Milan... Jokes aside, feel free to contact me for whatever you might need, as I already told Denise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hoser Posted March 5, 2004 Share Posted March 5, 2004 Thanks, Luca. I will probably have plenty of questions, but I will email you with them. It doesn't look like I will be shooting the match - KLM does not like handguns on their planes. Arnie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garfield Posted March 5, 2004 Share Posted March 5, 2004 Speaking of RO-ing European matches, is anyone of you going to the Mosquito Match in Slovakia ? I will be there to work as an RO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerome Poiret Posted March 9, 2004 Author Share Posted March 9, 2004 Arnie and Luca: I'll see you there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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