bbarnhouse 0 #1 October 13, 2008 So we all know that with the crazy fuel prices most dropzones have had to increase their lift rates (including Skydive Arizona). I am really pleased to let folks know that since fuel is going down,so are the lift tickets prices here. This will become effective October 15 with the new fuel shipment. Now it's just a buck...but if fuel continues to go down, Larry might drop it yet again. I think it is a good start.Man I sure needed a little good news today and thought ya'll might too! X's and O's B2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #2 October 13, 2008 How much damage did the Buck do to your car?? "No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #3 October 13, 2008 Quote How much damage did the Buck do to your car?? Gawd luv ya stitch....ok how about dropping the price $1.00 USD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #4 October 13, 2008 Too bad there's no swooping. --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #5 October 14, 2008 Quote Too bad there's no swooping. Ya know Dave there is swooping it is just off the landing area unless it's pre-arranged with the safety officer of the day. Might be nice to NOT turn this into a swooping thread. Sheesh. I thought it was something positive for the sport....for a change. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #6 October 14, 2008 Swooping is positive. Swoop week was on the national news and it was positive. Swooping is positive for me! It makes me happy.I can't wait for nationals 2009, the entire family will be together! --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuFantasma 0 #7 October 14, 2008 Quote Swooping is positive. Swoop week was on the national news and it was positive. Swooping is positive for me! It makes me happy.I can't wait for nationals 2009, the entire family will be together! http://www.swoop4u.org/public/Y yo, pa' vivir con miedo, prefiero morir sonriendo, con el recuerdo vivo". - Ruben Blades, "Adan Garcia" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #8 October 14, 2008 Yes swooping IS positive. I never said it wasn't and I am glad it makes you happy.The topic wasn't about swooping ya lil hijacker.My job here is done as I delivered a little good news today. Sure hope other drop zones follow suit.Every little bit helps and I am certain that those coming out to compete in the remaining events at USPA Nationals will be pleased. We can all use an extra few dollars in our pockets these days. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydemon2 0 #9 October 14, 2008 Very nice I jope all the dz's follow suit!! Beauty is only skin deep, but ugly goes clean to the bone! I like to start my day off with a little Ray of Soulshine™!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stitch 0 #10 October 14, 2008 Sounds great to me. I'm gonna try to make either Thanksgiving or the Holiday boogie depending on what Doc says among other things."No cookies for you"- GFD "I don't think I like the sound of that" ~ MB65 Don't be a "Racer Hater" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #11 October 14, 2008 I had to hijack, this thread is in Bonfire instead of Events/Places where it belongs! I think for the 2011 Nationals I'm going to try to get my DZ to host! But we're only going to host 4-way. We don't have the facilities for anything else! (annoyed that the USPA awards nationals to a DZ that refuses to host ALL events!)--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #12 October 14, 2008 So...the buck really did stop somewhere, eh? Noice. 2X's and 2O's to U2, B2. My God I can't believe I wrote that at my age. My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Feeblemind 1 #13 October 14, 2008 Quote So we all know that with the crazy fuel prices most dropzones have had to increase their lift rates (including Skydive Arizona). I am really pleased to let folks know that since fuel is going down,so are the lift tickets prices here. This will become effective October 15 with the new fuel shipment. Now it's just a buck...but if fuel continues to go down, Larry might drop it yet again. I think it is a good start.Man I sure needed a little good news today and thought ya'll might too! X's and O's B2 I sincerely hope the other DZ's follow suit. I have noticed a significant decrease in up jumpers since fuel and jump tickets have been on the rise. I understand the need to pass along cost of fuel increases to the jumpers, but I sincerely hope they will pass along the fuel savings as unilaterally as they did when fuel increased in price. (Unfortunately, I doubt this will happen) It makes one ponder these thoughts: 1) If the DZO’s choose to increase their profit margin and keep jump tickets at the higher rate compared to price in fuel will you jump more, less or the same? 2) Since up jumpers tend to bring folks out to do tandems, will the higher prices of jump tickets ultimately hurt the DZO by less jumps being made by up jumpers and thus a decrease in tandems? (I know this is a Small number) 3) Again with higher prices means less asses in the seats. Will DZO’s be content to send lighter loads with mostly tandems? I know tandems are where the money is made, but maintenance costs and lease payments will remain the same regardless of the number of up jumpers that are or aren’t on the plane providing additional income to the DZO. I know my jump numbers are significantly down this year due to the increase in ticket prices and fuel for my vehicle. I would be inclined to jump more if jump tickets drop with the decrease in fuel prices. Fire Safety Tip: Don't fry bacon while naked Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tetra316 0 #14 October 14, 2008 What is the price now? I'll be down next month! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
packing_jarrett 0 #15 October 14, 2008 So whats the price going to be for a lift ticket after oct 15Na' Cho' Cheese Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #16 December 16, 2008 Quote So we all know that with the crazy fuel prices most dropzones have had to increase their lift rates (including Skydive Arizona). I am really pleased to let folks know that since fuel is going down,so are the lift tickets prices here. This will become effective October 15 with the new fuel shipment. Now it's just a buck...but if fuel continues to go down, Larry might drop it yet again. I think it is a good start.Man I sure needed a little good news today and thought ya'll might too! X's and O's B2 UPDATE Skydive Arizona dropped the lift ticket price by another dollar ($1.00 USD) today. (12-16-08) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #17 December 16, 2008 How much for the lady in red? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
