Voodoo back to racing trim!!

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I was just checking out the Voodoo web page and saw a video of Bob Button (unfortnatly) announcing his retirement as a race pilot. He did however say that he'll get a younger pilot to race her, and he's going to but the race canopy back on along with other mods! Check out the video!

https://www.voodooairracing.com

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[ignomini]

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Mr. Button seems like a really nice guy, friendly and patient with us silly spectators. While it's too bad to see him retire, I can't wait to see Voodoo in "hi speed" configuration again.

[mel]

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since silly season is here I heard that a Yak driver is going to fly Voodoo

[paintboy]

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You would be hard pressed to find a more approachable and nicer guy than Bob Button. The simple fact that he has returned to Reno year after year, even after some of the more disappointing years is a testiment to his character. You will not find a more fun loving race pilot and owner anywhere. Bob accomplished what he had always set out to do.......race an unlimited racer at Reno. He told me he had successfully qualified, raced and even experienced and survived a mayday. I have done it all, and now it is time for someone young and energetic to take Voodoo to the next level. I look forward with anticipation for the next year of air racing and the resurgence of Voodoo. I know who that next young energetic pilot is, and it will be very interesting around the sticks next year. The next chapter of Voodoo will be by far the most exciting in her history. Purple may just be a winning color after all next year. It will be fun to witness that ole Voodoo magic out on the course.

Dave

[ebutner]

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You would be hard pressed to find a more approachable and nicer guy than Bob Button. I look forward with anticipation for the next year of air racing and the resurgence of Voodoo. I know who that next young energetic pilot is, and it will be very interesting around the sticks next year. The next chapter of Voodoo will be by far the most exciting in her history. Purple may just be a winning color after all next year. It will be fun to witness that ole Voodoo magic out on the course.

Dave

I don't suppose you could tell us who that will be can you?

[degroodtt]

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Poor Bob still had his hands dirty when my 11 year old son, my Wife and I confronted him in the Voodoo pits after his Mayday. Voodoo was not anywhere near his pit when my son went up and asked for an autograph. Bob just asked if he could wash his hands....... Awesome guy. I wish and hope him and the team the best of luck.

[AAFO_WSagar]

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since silly season is here I heard that a Yak driver is going to fly Voodoo

Yep, that is "silly season" stuff.... it's also one that the principals want to keep to themselves untill the fine wine has time to reach the proper point of drinking....

We're gonna honor that request here...

[hm66sk]

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Why was VOODOO "un-racered" in the first place? I always wondered.

[Race5]

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Why was VOODOO "un-racered" in the first place? I always wondered.

So that Bob could fit in it and enjoy flying his airplane for a while.

[Peashooter]

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Voodoo and its inspiration: http://www.airshowbuzz.com/videos/view.php?v=92e5b1b1

[John]

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Bob and Voodoo looked like they were moving pretty good at the start of this years Sunday Gold race, and I was hoping he would be able to keep up the pace. There is no doubt that Airplane is fast!

[gp70442]

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Would someone please explain to me why someone would pollute the sound of a Merlin with dubbed music?? I see this over and over again. If I want to hear Hendrix, I know where to find it. I DON"T want to hear that or anything else while watching airplane or racing videos.

WTF???
GP

[3dWrightBrother]

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Those same people probably thought a jet class sounded good too !

[Red]

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Ummm....probably the guy who went through the effort to get his butt there, shoot the footage and edit it?

[Race 29]

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Ok, so since speculation is one of our favorite pastimes on this board, let's toss out some names of who might possibly be the new pilot. On the video (couldn't help but notice Bob even paused when the Mustang flew by. Maybe he loves the sound of a Merlin too!) Bob mentioned he had a couple options. Who would be young, energetic, AND have the talent and ability? Speculate away!!!

I'll be the first to toss Randy Goss or Randy Haskins names out there! Possibilities?

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