mutumbo 0 #1 September 19, 2009 So im not exactly new to the forums, ive been lurking around here for a while, and thrown up one or 2 posts, so I figured id introduce myself, the names, John, im a 23 year old Firefighter/Paramedic from central florida. I plan on going through AFF as soon as i can get enough money together, then working on my A license, and just seeing where the sport takes me. :)Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dks13827 3 #2 September 19, 2009 great !! well, why wait ? go make a jump !! or a tandem !! or, SL class is not too much money, great way to make some jumps fast !!! it's a blast, all of it !!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mutumbo 0 #3 September 19, 2009 I want to have the cash ready to get completely through my AFF, with some to spare in case i fail a level or two, thats all. But im getting rather impatient with all this saving so i just may go ahead and start soon, since ive got enough to pay for the first few jumps.Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 35 #4 September 19, 2009 Welcome to the forums! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mutumbo 0 #5 September 19, 2009 Quote Welcome to the forums! Thank you! Im not sure, either Lake Wales or Deland. . . .im closer to lake wales, but Deland has a better (or should i say bigger) reputation. Any recommendations?Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FinallyTracking 0 #6 September 19, 2009 I say go ahead and start, and the money will magically make itself available for additional levels. It's true... You might end up with a second job, but you'll find a way to finance things ;) I kid. Cost decreases GREATLY after coming off student status, especially if you can afford your own gear. Trust me, once you make that first jump, you'll be much more motivated to follow-up with additional ones.AFF 1: $320 AFF 6: $850 Beer: $36 Not having to wear the bright blue spandex student jumpsuit because it's the only one small enough to fit me: Priceless Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mutumbo 0 #7 September 19, 2009 Yeah, thats the problem, i JUST graduated Medic school (like a week ago Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 35 #8 September 20, 2009 Well, I'm not familiar with Lake Wales since they recently became under new ownership, but you can't go wrong with DeLand. The staff is very experienced, planes are great and students have their own landing area. It's my home dz, so I may be a little biased, but I hope to see you there!She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mutumbo 0 #9 September 20, 2009 yeah, they look like a better place to go, the prices are pretty comparable, the biggest price difference between the 2 is the $70 difference of the 1st jump. that and about an hour and a half drive. ill prolly head there just for the sake that it is a bigger place and more people to meet and gain experience from.Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corinna01 0 #10 September 21, 2009 Hey! I know the feeling! I ended up taking out a small personal loan at my bank so I could pay for the AFF course from start to finish....also bought a rig. I have NO regrets. Making monthly payments, but I get to jump!!! Not that Im suggesting you do the same, many would advise if you dont have the money, dont finance it.....but I wanted it and I wanted it bad. Do the first few and Im sure you will find the money to continue. Its like drugs....its addicting and you always find a way!!! (better than drugs!!!!) Corinna Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mutumbo 0 #11 September 21, 2009 QuoteHey! I know the feeling! I ended up taking out a small personal loan at my bank so I could pay for the AFF course from start to finish....also bought a rig. I have NO regrets. Making monthly payments, but I get to jump!!! Not that Im suggesting you do the same, many would advise if you dont have the money, dont finance it.....but I wanted it and I wanted it bad. Do the first few and Im sure you will find the money to continue. Its like drugs....its addicting and you always find a way!!! (better than drugs!!!!) Corinna Yeah I thought about doing that, and its a possibility if i can land the job I want. But either way, Ive got enough to pay for a few classes, and then ill just go from there. :) Good luck with you AFF by the way. :)Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thrillstalker 0 #12 September 24, 2009 QuoteI want to have the cash ready to get completely through my AFF, with some to spare in case i fail a level or two, thats all. But im getting rather impatient with all this saving so i just may go ahead and start soon, since ive got enough to pay for the first few jumps. you might be close enough to the farm to benefit from their a license package deal. 1800 will get you your a license. its in georgia close to to the alabama line. you could get aff done in a weekend or two and then come back and jump when you can. i go out there and camp for the weekend and jump. might be worth checking into. edited to add http://www.skydivethefarm.com/"Never grow a wishbone, where your backbone ought to be." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mutumbo 0 #13 September 24, 2009 QuoteQuoteI want to have the cash ready to get completely through my AFF, with some to spare in case i fail a level or two, thats all. But im getting rather impatient with all this saving so i just may go ahead and start soon, since ive got enough to pay for the first few jumps. you might be close enough to the farm to benefit from their a license package deal. 1800 will get you your a license. its in georgia close to to the alabama line. you could get aff done in a weekend or two and then come back and jump when you can. i go out there and camp for the weekend and jump. might be worth checking into. HMMM, yeah, ill definately look at that. thanks! :)Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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mutumbo 0 #15 September 28, 2009 hows it goin! Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robskydiv 0 #16 September 28, 2009 What is up? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mutumbo 0 #17 September 28, 2009 doing well, yourself? Thanatos340(on landing rounds)-- Landing procedure: Hand all the way up, Feet and Knees Together and PLF soon as you get bitch slapped by a planet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
