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(Review ID:5475)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

great D Z

Rated by: vortexr1 on 2009-11-15 (user profile) (user reviews)

Review of: Skydive Mesquite
Pros: views, instructors, people and all around great people.
Cons: summer heat

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Just out of Aff training...I have to say I'm glad I chose mesquite to become a skydiver..Brad,Joe,Fonz and all the rest are amazing. .They don't mess around with sacrificeing safety or teaching the wrong stuff.I'm working on my 13th jump and feel that I have been given all the tools necessary to become a skydiver. And pull out of any situation that's thrown at me..Ive already had 2 line twists and a weird landing. Thanks to Brad and Joe I have remembered my training And did great under those situations..

THANKS Mesquite. ...Highly recommended. ....

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(Review ID:5147)

17 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

Best DZ in Nevada!

Rated by: dounglomchan on 2009-06-01 (user profile) (user reviews)

Review of: Skydive Mesquite
Pros: Knowledgeable Staff, Friendly, Hometown Feel, Great Place to Learn Skydiving
Cons: Hangar gets a little hot in the Summer, Landing area is smaller than other DZ's

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Let me start this by addressing the very minor cons to this DZ. The hangar is hot yes. But you will get over it! You are normally having such a great conversation or learning from Brad, Joe, Colin, Tommy or Alex that you aren't focused on the heat. Secondly, if you learn to land in Mesquite you can land at any DZ. That isn't to say that landing in Mesquite is all that difficult. Heck I learned how to do it!

Other than those two issues, this DZ has to be considered among the best in the western United States.

For a little background on myself, my girlfriend and I wanted to learn how to skydive so we looked up some reviews on this website and let me tell you what; The reviews on here were spot on!

We did one tandem in Las Vegas (waste of time & money) and then to learn how to skydive we came up to Mesquite. If you are looking for a Disneyland ride where you aren't in control of anything stay down in Las Vegas. If you want to learn how to skydive come up to Skydive Mesquite.

Even if you only want to do a tandem jump, I highly recommend coming up to Mesquite. Brad or Joe will be more than happy to take care of you and between the two of them they have close to 10,000 jumps combined. You will not find that kind of experience or knowledge at any of the DZ's in or around the Las Vegas area. Not only that, but these two men are willing to share all of their skydiving experiences to anyone that wants to learn.

In addition to this, most of the DZ's in Las Vegas use a hand held video camera for your skydiving video. Skydive Mesquite has a professional cameraman (you rock Alex and Colin) jump with you so you see all of your free fall and not just your face as you accelerate to over 120mph! Not only is the video better but it is cheaper than the video at the DZ's in Las Vegas by about $40.

That has to be the best thing about this DZ. You never feel like just another "credit card" when you come up here. There were many days when Brad wouldn't let us jump on AFF because of the winds. He could have easily sent people up in the plane but instead he sacrifices his own income to ensure everyone's safety!

Okay so I'm getting off track. I have just completed my AFF course in about 1 1/2 months and have made three fun jumps since then. The course was fantastic, amazing and worth every penny. The time and effort that is spent with each student is truly amazing. You recieve a comprehensive brief before each skydive you make in the AFF course. After your jump you will receive another brief about your performance in the air and how you can improve your skydiving. Brad and Joe never let you rest on your laurels. They are constantly providing you with constructive criticism which only makes you a better skydiver in the end.

This is my first introduction to the wonderful sport of skydiving and I feel so lucky that I was able to land in this DZ (a little pun intended) Whether you want to come up and do one tandem or you want to learn how to become a skydiver I guarantee you that there is no better/safer place to learn than right here.

Once again, I cannot stress this enough; if you want to learn how to skydive in Nevada there is no better place to go than Skydive Mesquite.

And one more thing, get ready to buy some beer if you lose your ripcord!

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(Review ID:5060)

11 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

A terriffic DZ with a small, hometown vibe, and a world class dzo

Rated by: dzromeo on 2009-04-13 (user profile) (user reviews)

Review of: Skydive Mesquite
Pros: DZO, Atmosphere, Comforting, Home town feel
Cons: Tight landing area, temperature in the summer, only a 182 for a few weeks of the summer

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In and around the city of Las Vegas, one would think that all the dropzones would be hopping places to be. In truth, there is only ONE dropzone that takes care of fun jumpers, and that's Skydive Mesquite.

Whether you're there for VRW, or sport accuracy, Wingsuiting or CRW, the DZ staff has a member that is experienced in your chosen discipline.

As for Tandem students looking for a good time, you won't find a more experienced, knowledgable staff anywhere in Nevada. One of Skydive Mesquite's tandem masters was recently the featured instructor of the month in Parachutist magazine. The drop zone makes sure that everyone who comes for their first jump has the time of their lives.

The DZ gets quite warm in the summer, and can be uncomfortable at times when you're not at altitude. During most of the year, they fly a Grand Caravan bringing loads to 13,500 AGL, but for several weeks in the summer they only fly a 182.

Perhaps the most valuable attribute of the DZ though, is the owner. Brad Jesse is a veteran skydiver with a heart of gold and a brain rivalled by the library of congress. He cares much, much more about how much fun everyone is having, than how much money he's making. Last weekend, he sent the Caravan up with only 7 fun jumpers in it, just so we could get a sunset ride in. He is a veteran of competition, having competed in USPA nationals in 4way FS events. He gives of himself and jumps often, and his love for the sport really shows through in the management of the DZ.

If in Vegas, I can honestly say don't waste time going to another DZ... You'll be happy you picked this one.

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(Review ID:4813)

3 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

Awesome NV dropzone for fun jumpers of all skill levels

Rated by: kylexedge on 2008-10-05 (user profile) (user reviews)

Review of: Skydive Mesquite
Pros: Professional, Safe, Competent
Cons: Summer heat

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I'm on my last AFF jump with Brad at Skydive Mesquite. My training has been a blast. Brad is an excellent teacher. He's very thorough in briefing before each jump and debriefing after the jump, and the little pop quizzes on all of the emergency procedures every time I come out has made me feel confident and prepared for anything. He's an easy guy to work with and I feel fortunate to have been able to train at Skydive Mesquite.

The summer heat in the hangar is the only thing that sucks, but its cooling down now and I'm looking forward to jumping these next few months.

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(Review ID:4324)

5 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

Blue Skies Boogie '08

Rated by: surfbum5412 on 2008-01-27 (user profile) (user reviews)

Review of: Skydive Mesquite
Pros: scenery, personable, inexpensive
Cons: no LO's, archaic manifest system

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Really enjoyed the Blue Skies Boogie. The registration fee was only $20 and that covered food and beer both nights, plus $17 jumps all weekend! Everyone was really nice. Brad the owner is really good about making out-of-town jumpers feel welcome.

One thing I didn't like is that there were no LO's during the boogie. And a couple of times I was left stranded and started asking around if anyone wanted to do a jump. I found out how clique Mesquite was really quick. Also, I didn't really enjoy the way they manifested. People were told repeatedly not to manifest until they were packed...??? Were they serious? Just give us a call, and let us worry about that. haha. And if the person doesn't make the call, oh well, they still pay for their slot. Problem solved.

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(Review ID:1103)

4 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

Great times!

Rated by: jtval on 2007-03-07 (user profile) (user reviews)

Review of: Skydive Mesquite
Pros: landing on airport. great people
Cons: seasonal

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Update #3 (20 Feb 08)
Well, I am moving to Colorado and I jumped my last(1120th) jump in Mesquite as a Las Vegas resident.
To the previous reviewer. Brad took your advice and finally stopped giving written invitations to load the plane.
Last weekend was the first time he tried it out and it worked nicely. So next time you go to a busy weekend you can manifest and you'll get a call just like the rest of the DZ's.
Brad is the type of guy who will wait for people to finish packing before sending the load. I think he realized that that way worked when the DZ was smaller but it has grown to the point that it needs to move along.
Anyway, I'll miss the DZ and the family I am leaving behind. I'll see you all in a few months. Its time to find another Videot. Hopefully, there'll be some reliable ones.

Update #2 (7 march 07)
Well, since my last update I started working at the DZ. (Filming Tandems)What an incredible opportunity. The great thing is that Brad doesn't overwhlem me with work. If I want to work I can. I will never let someone who wants a vid of their 1st jump get turned away, but when there are other cam flyers we all take turns helping out. And that is great. The DZ is continiung to build and hopefully , Brad will be able to support a full time caravan.
At the moment, he has the caravan from October thru the end of April and hosts 6 boogies during that time, with large contingencies of skydivers coming in for each one, along with some extra aircraft.
The weather USUALLY cooperates but on a rare occasion a storm/cold weather helps us maintain our drinking club status.
Oh yea, and if you're in Nevada there STILL is no other place to jump anyway. At least the only Fun Jumping DZ is a great one. Come out to Mesquite and join the family. You won't be disappionted.

(UPDATE)
SD mesquite has since become my HOME DZ. When I originally wrote this review they were only in their 2nd season. SD mesquite has grown considerably and has become my #1 DZ by CHOICE. Brad is one helluva Guy all around and that stands out as a DZO as well.
The boogies have gotten bigger and more people have come by from further reaches of the U.S. and abroad. when you are in the Area this is a MUST for skydivers who like to jump at new,friendly places. you will enjoy it. I hope to see you there.

(original review)
I went to SD mesquite last year twice. I had a GREAT TIME. fun jumps from an otter for a cheap price.
This year I went back in and was very surprised when Sher remembered me.
That says something about the type of people who run the place!
They have a 182 for now but they charge by the foot. AWESOME PRICES, beautiful scenery, fun boogies, landing on airport as of this new season.
It's an all around GREAT DZ. My only hope is that they will open full time

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(Review ID:3711)

8 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

Small but nice DZ with proffesional staff and great desert scenery

Rated by: Ammon on 2007-02-26 (user profile) (user reviews)

Review of: Skydive Mesquite
Pros: Awesome staff, excellent scenery, good rental equipment
Cons: Usually only open on weekends

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I got my AFF at Skydance in Davis and this is only the third DZ I have been to. But, I have to say from my limited experience that this place is great.

The first time I went I wasn't really planning on jumping but just wanted to poke my head in.... I was jumping at 11k a half hour later. Brad is super nice but doesn't hold any punches if he sees something that needs to be corrected (which I agree with).

The LZ seemed very small my first time but after coming back with a little more experience it didn't seem that bad. This DZ is great and can't wait to get a chance to jump there again.

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(Review ID:3666)

9 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

Oasis in the high desert for jumpers.

Rated by: kcogletree on 2007-01-29 (user profile) (user reviews)

Review of: Skydive Mesquite
Pros: Great staff, people, and scenery.
Cons: Limited facilities on site.

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I imagined myself ascending Mt.Olympic as I drove up the mesa to the top on which the airport sits looking over the small town of Mesquite. Here the children of the sky would play and dance thousands of feet above the ground together during the Blue Sky Boogie.
Following the directions to the dropzone had been easy and now I was here, welcomed with open arms, big smiles and warm hearts. The plan was to get here early on the first day to get a feel for the vibe, to get my waiver and gear check and meet the local jumpers. They couldn't have made it any easier, everyone was so nice and helpful.
I was orientated on DZ policies and procedures, which made me feel good that safety is a priority and everyone is encouraged to keep it that way. With a large aerial of the area, landing zones and a number of outs I was confident and ready to get some altitude. First day, first load til the last day, last load, I jumped with some of the finest folks assembled anywhere on earth.
Packing was a little tight considering the amount of people there, but the extra carpets were rolled outside each day to give us plenty of room. After jumping the green light came on and the party shifted gears toward the birthday celebration and film festival. Food was provided for the first day and beer all weekend (I even threw in a case of green bottles for landing over the beer line), bringing a lunch any other time would be a good idea.
The Virgin River Hotel gives skydiver rates, has nice facilities and is no more that a mile away.
After days of play, as I drove away, I glanced in the rearview, smiling, knowing I'd be back someday.
BSBD! C-ya!!

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(Review ID:3644)

9 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

Fun Jumpers have tons of fun

Rated by: azjumper on 2007-01-19 (user profile) (user reviews)

Review of: Skydive Mesquite
Pros: Fantastic people, professional, scenery, twin caravan!
Cons: none

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While visiting friends in Las Vegas I did some early career jumping here. My friends did tamdems and we all had the time of our lives. Did a coach jump with a woman, Susie, I think her name was, and she was professional, safe and easy going all at once. And what a treat to have another woman for a coach.

Brad, the DZO is also very welcoming to fun jumpers and totally professional as well. My home DZ is Eloy but when the egos get too much for me I hike on out to a winter or spring boogie at Mesquite. Scenery is magnificent and at 13,000 I get a beautiful and joyous freefall above unspoiled desert wonderland. Truly a great place. Thanks, Meaquite!

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