Ryan McGinnis
EF5
Man, this is making me really wish I hadn't thrown out my old issues of Stormtrack that my dad subscribed me to when I was a kid, almost 20 years ago.
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After witnessing the continued decrease of involvement in the SpotterNetwork staff in serving SN members with troubleshooting issues recently, I have unilaterally decided to terminate the relationship between SpotterNetwork's support and Stormtrack. I have witnessed multiple users unable to receive support weeks after initiating help threads on the forum. I find this lack of response from SpotterNetwork officials disappointing and a failure to hold up their end of the agreement that was made years ago, before I took over management of this site. In my opinion, having Stormtrack users sit and wait for so long to receive help on SpotterNetwork issues on the Stormtrack forums reflects poorly not only on SpotterNetwork, but on Stormtrack and (by association) me as well. Since the issue has not been satisfactorily addressed, I no longer wish for the Stormtrack forum to be associated with SpotterNetwork.
I apologize to those who continue to have issues with the service and continue to see their issues left unaddressed. Please understand that the connection between ST and SN was put in place long before I had any say over it. But now that I am the "captain of this ship," it is within my right (nay, duty) to make adjustments as I see necessary. Ending this relationship is such an adjustment.
For those who continue to need help, I recommend navigating a web browswer to SpotterNetwork's About page, and seeking the individuals listed on that page for all further inquiries about SpotterNetwork.
From this moment forward, the SpotterNetwork sub-forum has been hidden/deleted and there will be no assurance that any SpotterNetwork issues brought up in any of Stormtrack's other sub-forums will be addressed. Do not rely on Stormtrack for help with SpotterNetwork issues.
Sincerely, Jeff D.
STORMTRACK 1977-1987 now online
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Dave Gallaher
EF5
Wow, what great memories!
I still have the paper copies, but haven't viewed them in several years. I was pleased to find the Sept/Nov 1982 mentions Dave Hoadley gave to my fumbling early efforts, and to the two funnels that were sighted by my daughter (one complete with one of his priceless illustrations).
I'm going to have to find the Funnel Funny that showed (IIRC) a speaker pointing to a large photo of a large wedge with the caption "This is not virga." Always wanted a t-shirt with that emblazoned on the front...
Thanks to any and all who labored to get this online.
I still have the paper copies, but haven't viewed them in several years. I was pleased to find the Sept/Nov 1982 mentions Dave Hoadley gave to my fumbling early efforts, and to the two funnels that were sighted by my daughter (one complete with one of his priceless illustrations).
I'm going to have to find the Funnel Funny that showed (IIRC) a speaker pointing to a large photo of a large wedge with the caption "This is not virga." Always wanted a t-shirt with that emblazoned on the front...
Thanks to any and all who labored to get this online.
Jay McCoy
EF5
Thats because 90% of the small town DQ's have been replaced with Sonics
Thanks for bringing back so many memories Tim. I miss the old hard copy. Especially all the funnies.
Jim Leonard
Great work Tim. Looking at these old issues brings back some great memories. Its hard to believe its been 25 years since that famous May 19th 1982 Pampa tornado event. That was when I really first learned about cyclic supercells. It is really nice to see some of the old names are still active to this day. Dave Hoadley's art work is priceless.
Jeremy Miller
EF0
Thanks Tim, I started recieving storm track mag during its last few years. It's awesome to be able to go back and see what I've missed. Thank you as well to all the chasers who contributed to the magzine as well.
Has there been any talk about possibley re-starting ST?. I know it was discontinued for some reason, but can't quite recall exactly why.
If anyone has any imput I'd appreciate it.
Jeremy
Has there been any talk about possibley re-starting ST?. I know it was discontinued for some reason, but can't quite recall exactly why.
If anyone has any imput I'd appreciate it.
Jeremy
Tim Vasquez
EF5
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It was discontinued because up until about 1996, a paper magazine was the only way for the community to share material. It was an absolutely vital link. This was turned upside down by the Internet, which made it possible to share a far greater amount of material in a more timely manner with less effort. Not surprisingly, the number of paper subscribers dwindled every year after about 1997 and never recovered.
A paper Stormtrack is not feasible and neither David, Tim M, or myself plan to resurrect it.
Tim
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