cacrinklaw 0 #1 February 11, 2007 Just bored sitting home looking at the Nebraska snow. Too cold to get enough jumpers to go to the DZ. I guess I'm better off than those in the northeastern parts of the US Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflyimpaired 0 #2 February 11, 2007 You could always move down here. The DZ's aren't as much fun, but the weather is awesome! "Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #3 February 11, 2007 Get on plane, fly to Tampa, drive 45 minutes to Z Hills. Problem solved. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lekstrom10k 0 #4 February 11, 2007 I started jumping in Michigan on Sept 8th 1967 Last month and Februrary of 2006, plus one time around 1984. Those were the only times I didnt make a jump in every month of every year for 36 of almost 40 years in the sport. I wore shoes one time for a demo jump into MIS Nascar track, otherwise wearing Tevas the rest of the time all year for 18 years.I have pictures landing on frozen lakes and such. Its always fun going to a bar before Super Bowl to see drunk guys on their 4th football game not knowing who is playing any more making comments. "Hey Bill remember when the son of a bitch threw the ball the other guy and those bastards intercepted. Naw John what game was that in. Im not sure but you have to remember it dont you " Have burger and a few beers, do my log book then drive home before they leave with a grin glad I am not living their life . I posted a comment about jumping at minus 20 for a winter carnival. We were supposed to jump all day for free food and beer etc. We went inside to pack and 13 pitchers later they decided we didnt quite fill our obligation and had to leave. It took forever to pre-heat then warm the engine than the trip to the DZ. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyboyne 1 #5 February 11, 2007 Its not the cold, its the humidity that makes things miserable. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IanHarrop 37 #6 February 11, 2007 "Wont jump if temp less than age" If this were true, early spring and late fall would be a problem for me. "Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdthomas 0 #7 February 11, 2007 QuoteJust bored sitting home looking at the Nebraska snow. Too cold to get enough jumpers to go to the DZ. I guess I'm better off than those in the northeastern parts of the US Just so you know how cold it really is. Jimmy Coinner the midwest freefly legend DID NOT make a skydive this weekend. When the former "load hog" does not make a jump you know it's just to crappy. Hope that this helps you feel better.www.greenboxphotography.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyChimp 0 #8 February 11, 2007 I never took pleasure in cold jumping. Does anyone else find it funny that we made a SPORT out of an EMERGENCY PROCEDURE?!?! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SansSuit 1 #9 February 12, 2007 We were talking about this today (at the DZ when the Wisconsin weather wouldn't let us jump again this weekend). I used to DETEST living in Wisconsin in the winter. I hated the cold and wanted to hibernate indoors for 6 months. Skydiving saved me from that. The fact that I can jump makes winter bearable, if not almost acceptable. Looking forward to the next weekend is much easier than waiting for spring. Now if I can just get at least one in this month I'll be happy.Peace, -Dawson. http://www.SansSuit.com The Society for the Advancement of Naked Skydiving Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unstable 8 #10 February 12, 2007 I'm just 50 miles south of you in Wamego KS - we were jumping last weekend & we could bearly get the stupid airplane to start! Fair weather jumpers - HA!! The students are out first every weekend but there aren't many instructors man enough to take em up!! Screw the cold & go jump! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAAHA [/crazy laugh]=========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jcoiner 0 #11 February 12, 2007 Hey Lucky Chuck it has been cold here as well. I have not made a jump since the Holiday Boogie. I hate the cold. Good thing I am going to the Freefly Money Meet with Joe and ChAzi here in a couple of weeks! Hope to jump with you when it warms up a little. Jimmy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #12 February 12, 2007 QuoteYou could always move down here. The DZ's aren't as much fun, but the weather is awesome! You may be able to say that for AZ but you can't say it for GA or FL.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
MTGirl 2 #13 February 12, 2007 Many of the MN jumpers migrate south...but those of us who aren't pussies stay and jump! This last weekend reached a high of 8 degrees! Ahh, refreshing! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
L.O. 0 #14 February 12, 2007 well said Erika. I have never been one who loves the winter jumps, but it has never slowed me down any.HPDBs, I hate those guys. AFB, charter member. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildfan75 1 #15 February 12, 2007 Quote well said Erika. I have never been one who loves the winter jumps, but it has never slowed me down any. Ditto I only started last April so this is my first winter jumping. Coldest jump yet was the heli jump where it was about 8F on the ground and we had to ride to altitude with the doors open/off. All good until my Factory Diver shield iced up (not fogged, ICED). It's going to make spring/summer that much sweeter this year!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #16 February 12, 2007 Have you used your new RW suit yet? ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTGirl 2 #17 February 12, 2007 Yes! And it is very warm for this cold air. I must say Cora and I looked mighty suave for the ice fisherman at our lake jump this weekend! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
azdav 0 #18 February 12, 2007 QuoteThe DZ's aren't as much fun, You are obviously jumping at a different SDA than I am Noooobody expects the Spanish Inquisition!!! M.P.F.C. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peregrinerose 0 #19 February 12, 2007 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2do7fwT9Mew THIS is what you do when you can't jump in the winter. It gives a whole new meaning to the phrase 'turning points on the hill' Do or do not, there is no try -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflyimpaired 0 #20 February 12, 2007 QuoteYou are obviously jumping at a different SDA than I am I've been to DZ's all over the country few/none of them can compete with the aircraft and weather that SDAZ has, but SDAZ is FAR from being the funnest DZ that I've visited. "Human beings, who are almost unique in having the ability to learn from the experience of others, are also remarkable for their apparent disinclination to do so." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cacrinklaw 0 #21 February 13, 2007 Fun to me would be jumping in warm weather. This not jumping just SUCKS!!! Hey Joe, How's everything? Say hi to the wife Lucky Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyguy78 0 #22 February 13, 2007 The best thing about jumping in the midwest regardless of weather, is the expert advice you may recieveThere is a fine line between being a hopeless romantic and a stalker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fast 0 #23 February 13, 2007 I keep getting told that I don't have enough jumps, am too young, and haven't been in the sport long enough to not enjoy jumping in the cold. The only thing I have to say about that is FUCK THAT. I don't like being cold. I will jump but I don't like it. Not one bit.~D Where troubles melt like lemon drops Away above the chimney tops That's where you'll find me. Swooping is taking one last poke at the bear before escaping it's cave - davelepka Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyguy78 0 #24 February 13, 2007 QuoteI keep getting told that I don't have enough jumps, am too young, and haven't been in the sport long enough to not enjoy jumping in the cold. The only thing I have to say about that is FUCK THAT. I don't like being cold. I will jump but I don't like it. Not one bit. Jumping in the cold is like sleeping with a fat ugly chick. You may not like it, hell you might even make the same face. But it gets you through the hard times until something better comes along.There is a fine line between being a hopeless romantic and a stalker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
