AZogrediver 0 #1 March 24, 2015 Hey folks, name's Ben. Just found the forum here last week. Completed my first jump a week ago after signing up for an AFF program here in Arizona. Absolutely amazing experience so far though I couldn't enjoy my 1st jump that much as the winds were border line too high. I made a number of the rookie mistakes but made it down to the DZ safely so I take it as a win! I hope to make a habit of this and start jumping in places around the world when I travel as I love getting out and visiting new places. Jumps #2 and #3 coming up this Sunday. Anyone else in the area ever want to get together for a jump hit me up, would love to have some folks to go with on a regular basis. My instructors word will come first but tips are welcome! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BornToThrill 0 #2 March 24, 2015 Congratulations and welcome to the family! What DZ are you doing AFF through? Good luck, have fun, and be safe. Post again when you finish up bro. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 35 #3 March 24, 2015 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
AZogrediver 0 #4 March 24, 2015 Thanks, it should be more fun now if the weather proves to be better this time. I'm jumping with Skydive Phoenix in Maricopa. Having never jumped before it was a guessing game on who to go with but so far its been a good experience. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drakkar 1 #5 March 28, 2015 Wellcome to our world Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZogrediver 0 #6 March 28, 2015 ^Thanks, jumps #2 and #3 tomorrow, it will be hot but the winds will be far less at least, just have to make sure to stay well hydrated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZogrediver 0 #7 March 30, 2015 Well, jump #2 didn't go well. Free fall was rough to say the least, we got out of shape early and my secondary instructor being at a sizable weight disadvantage had to let go early. My posture and general body control did't help as I was never able to settle down. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JjYkdJ1stEY&feature=youtu.be I plan on some tunnel time next weekend before jump #3 as I need work in this area. I have my procedures down well and canopy flight is great and my landing though it wasn't on my feet was improved. Lots and lots of improving to go and to learn. Constructive criticism welcome. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drakkar 1 #8 April 6, 2015 Wowwww wtf bro. haha so much fun video btw I dont think so ur insturactor like thıs one :D waiting ur new video Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drakkar 1 #10 April 10, 2015 Your video so funy I wanna say Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZogrediver 0 #11 April 11, 2015 Gotcha, yeah it was a rodeo for sure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiLFy 0 #12 April 20, 2015 You're brand new in the sport, & get to train at a world class facility like Skydive Arizona?? You suck, Ben... Oh yeah. Congrats, & welcome to the sport . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elefantfresh 0 #13 April 21, 2015 Jeepers - you're one jump ahead of me and that gives me the willies! It looks like you're not arching - would that be the main issue here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #14 April 21, 2015 Quote & get to train at a world class facility like Skydive Arizona?? Not to split hairs, but he's at Skydive Phoenix, not SDAZ. Welcome to the sport, Ben! Come visit us down the road! Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiLFy 0 #15 April 21, 2015 Ohh... Eh, F it. He's still a lot closer to Eloy than I am. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZogrediver 0 #16 April 23, 2015 Yeah, it was a lack of arch and made worse by bringing my knees down even more so when reaching for my ripcord. My next jump my arch improved dramatically and thus went much smoother. Jump #4 was going great until I went head down as I pulled my cord, I still have bruises on the inside of my thighs from that. Then I came in a bit too fast on my landing and couldn't do my PLF and landed on my ass bruising my tailbone. Good thing I guess is pain is a good teacher, won't be making those mistakes again. Thanks for the welcome, yes I'm jumping in Maricopa, much closer to Phoenix and so far everyone is great there. I've been to Eloy once already for 10mins in the tunnel, its a beautiful facility. Going again next weekend for 15mins in the tunnel and once I complete AFF I will be doing some jumps there as well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AWIZRD 0 #17 May 28, 2015 Hi there....I was reading your thread and thought this was a good place to into myself as well....I've getting ready to start AFP at SkydivePhx...I did a tandem at Eloy and fell in love....A question for you, if you don't mind...do you have any recommendations for me as a NEWBIE just getting ready to signup at SDPHX? I'll more then likely be there this Sat (30th) to check things out and sign up Thanks from Gilbert, AZ Doug Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AZogrediver 0 #18 June 6, 2015 Welcome! I'll send you a PM with specifics but its been an enjoyable experience with SDPHX. I'm headed down tomorrow for a couple coach jumps, I'm completely hooked! I now find myself getting antsy on weekends I don't jump, just can't get enough and need more money so I can jump more, its a hell of a rush. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
