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Old 08-02-2007, 08:47 AM
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Default Skyway wind meter

is this down again?

i know its been a topic of old, but what can really be done to get a quality wind meter in place for us wind junkies to own and maintain?

just $$$ ?
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Old 08-02-2007, 07:17 PM
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Maybe a caveman can do it........
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Old 08-06-2007, 11:29 AM
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are we SOL on this?

Anyone have contact info for someone that could give us the scoop on the skyway meter?

I know its not a super dependable wind gauge, but for a quick look-see on how things are going its one of the best we've got.
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Old 08-06-2007, 01:01 PM
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I think Jayson and others have already been in contact with Dr. Luther.
I don't think that sensor has much value, especially this time of year since there aren't any easts, but here is Dr. Luther's info -

http://www.marine.usf.edu/faculty/mark-luther.shtml

I still just use the baynews9 skycam http://www.baynews9.com/Sky9.html#

someone just launched a kite at Upham.
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Old 08-06-2007, 02:40 PM
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Try these guys. They are in charge of the skyway meter...

Richard.Bourgerie@noaa.gov

Darren.Wright@noaa.gov

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Old 08-08-2007, 08:16 AM
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thanks Jay..


here's the response I got yesterday:

Bryan,

A crew is replacing that station as we speak. They are waiting on a few more pieces and parts but said it should be operation by 8/9. I'll let you know if I hear anything further.

Regards,
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Old 08-08-2007, 08:31 AM
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WOW!

A brand spanking new station replacement for the start of the season!

what a present!
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maybe someone should tell them which direction is North ...... that way they get it right

J/K
this is definately a great way to start our season, no more wasting gas....hopefully
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Old 08-09-2007, 08:39 PM
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well its not showing down anymore.. will see what tomorrow brings..
crossing fingers!!
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Is this the one??? It looks pretty high-tech
http://store.kittyhawk.com/HTML/Prod.../518-0201.html
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