Balloons over Waikato the best balloon event I have been too.

[Justin Galbraith]

Well I've been fairly sheltered as far as balloon events go.

Pretty much I have only been to the Australian balloon events.

This is my first oversea's balloon event and to say I have been blown away is an understatement.

 

From the pre event organisation and shipping to the full blown event it's been excellent.

I've almost had as much flying as I can take which is always a plus.

 

I'm not sure what I like the most, from a pre event flight with an excellent local pilot and her grandfather, to the incredibly well run night glow. The food has been fantastic and I'll be hitting the gym to burn off all that goodness.

 

The locals are damn awesome az bro, a nicer bunch of people you couldn't hope to meet. I have had help fixing the model balloon and loans of multiple tanks and bits and pieces as required. I thank you all.

 

So much to do too, pre dawn flights, no flight events "the trailer backing was hilarious", lake dips, afternoon at the schools. All just excellent.

 

One more awesome morning to go. It's going to be a pity when it's over as I haven't had time to meet and say hello to every one.

Balloons over Waikato - Awesome Az Bro.

 

 

[Micah Andrews]

I have to agree, we are pretty Awesome! lol. Godd thing you enjoyed it! it hasnt definately been an excellent fiesta!

[Marie Hicks]

Thanks for your participation Justin....you have been awesome working with the crowds, using your remote control balloon and hopper for entertaing us balloonists and the waiting public.  Thank you for the opportunity to try out the hopper it was heaps of fun.  Waikato festival has grown over the last few years into a spectacular event and we will hope to see you again next year!!!!!

[Barb Smith]

Sounds excellent - have to bring some of the ideas back here - we need fun events here in Australia :)

Really going to try and get there next year.... to BOW that is

[SunKiss Ballooning]

The Clown-N-Around team had so much fun at this event and I believe this is one of the top events in the world!! More to come real soon!! I am making a committment to getting back integrated on the Monkey!!

[Michael Toulson]

Thanks so now when i get to nationals i will expect 1 less sheep joke! Thanks Justin for building Kiwi balloonists Reputation... now ill shatter it

[craig farrell]

Bout time u guys got over here (there) mate - a great event every time with great people and no stress. Just gotta keep those monahan boys under control. So good to see u there with the toys and family