SuFantasma 0 #1 January 14, 2006 Ok boys and girls.... I have 700-odd jumps and a dozen packing jobs to my name... I think packing is just another sport, and I don't want to participate on it... What's your opinion?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
MrBrant 0 #2 January 14, 2006 where's the option for "I do it myself not because I don't trust anybody else, but because i'm too cheap"? or "What's a packer?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elisha 1 #3 January 14, 2006 That works, or a "I usually pack for myself, but occasionally pay a packer." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuFantasma 0 #4 January 14, 2006 That would be "I use the cheapest packing outlet"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
monkycndo 0 #5 January 14, 2006 I pack because I am cheap and want to get better/faster at it. If I am pooped at the end of the day, I'll give it to a packer.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeNReN 0 #6 January 14, 2006 At my small home DZ the only paid packers are the ones flat packing student rigs(I've about 200 of them to my name)....never really seen anyone propacking sport mains for money...people help each other out packing or have lost bets which result in packing...but not really any paid packers for the regulars(you want to jump....better be able to pack) Now mind you...I am quite lazy...and the last year or so I will do almost anything to stay of the matt...when I do get to the DZ I spend my "help out" time running my outa shape ass off catching students...but I still have to pack my own.... Anyone want to pack my new canopy for me...that things a real bitch to get in the bag ....and as long as I get it in the bag and am sure the lines are straight...all is coolcross over to the not posting drunk thread Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #7 January 14, 2006 I don't pack because I'm lazy. How lazy? I married a pregnant woman. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #8 January 14, 2006 I think not being able to pack proficiently is often an indicator that the jumper has very little interest in their gear. This isn't a sport where you can neglect your gear. Packing produces a familiarity with your equipment, the way it functions, and how it's wearing. Pack for oyurself sometimes. It's important. I can't afford to buy pack jobs very often, and because I pack for myself on everything but tandems, I can do it in about 6 minutes total. That is definately worth saving $6 bucks.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #9 January 14, 2006 I always pack for myself. I'm a skydiver. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #10 January 14, 2006 QuoteI think not being able to pack proficiently is often an indicator that the jumper has very little interest in their gear. I see that could be the case, for me personally its fear ... Ive packed twice, jumped it myself once. It was the most feared deployment Ive had... It has nothing to do with a lack of interest, its just I would prefer to let the professional worry about it... although I am learning at a slower more comfortable pace in all aspects of this sport but not because of a lack of interest. Plus rental gear includes the cost of a pack job where I jump Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #11 January 14, 2006 That's fine and understandable. We try new things in the sport slowly because we ARE scared. Just don't forget to learn it.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #12 January 14, 2006 Whats sad is I can tell someone how to do it by the steps... I just havent progressed in comfort enough to do it... hell I have even learned book wise about the packing of a reserve... but im a book dork and I am not risking a "walk through" while reading how to pack... Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WILDBILLAQR 0 #13 January 14, 2006 I'm willing to pack for myself if I have to,but, I have found a solution! My 16 yr old daughter learned how to pack last weekend, and yes, I jumped the pack job! VERY SCARY! One of the sweetest openings I've ever had! She has been practicing all week and tomorrow I'll jump it again.---------------------------------------------- "Thats not smoke, thats BUCKEYE!!" AQR#3,CWR#49 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #14 January 14, 2006 I had problems for about the first 20 or so packs and then it just kind of clicked... and I don't have any problems now. I usually do it myself on occasion I'll pay someone to do it but not typically. ScottLivin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivermom 0 #15 January 14, 2006 Glad to know I'm not the only one who's still a little freaked out by it. I know what to do and have even jumped a couple of my pack jobs, but I still insist on having someone watch me while I do it!Mrs. WaltAppel All things work together for good to them that love God...Romans 8:28 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #16 January 14, 2006 99% of the time I pack my own rig. I just don't feel comfortable having other people do it. I totally agree with JP about the importance of packing your own gear. (Or atleast being proficient at it.) -Karen "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
karenmeal 0 #17 January 14, 2006 QuoteGlad to know I'm not the only one who's still a little freaked out by it. I know what to do and have even jumped a couple of my pack jobs, but I still insist on having someone watch me while I do it! Always remember to ask as many questions as you need, the only dumb question is the one that you don't ask. So keep practicing, it is a skill that is worth learning. "Life is a temporary victory over the causes which induce death." - Sylvester Graham Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pilotdave 0 #18 January 14, 2006 I'm with the "what's a packer?" group. Sounds good though. Going to florida on tuesday. Maybe I'll try to find one and bring it home with me. How do they work? Just insert money and your parachute magically gets packed while you relax? That's freaking awesome! I hate packing but to me it's just part of the sport. I probably hired packers under 5 times in 2005 I would guess. Mostly due to lack of availability though... Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shermanator 3 #19 January 14, 2006 once i learn how to pack, I will defidently be packing my own! ... thats what the reserv is for, right? haha... but until then, i am comfortable with the guys who pack for me.CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stumpy 256 #20 January 14, 2006 i think i am weird - i am starting to quite like it, it has a zen like thing going on - i evern pack for some of my friends as well! Only exceptions are if i need to debrief and rebrief and haven't really got time, or occasionally boogies.Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
peacefuljeffrey 0 #21 January 14, 2006 QuoteOk boys and girls.... I have 700-odd jumps and a dozen packing jobs to my name... I think packing is just another sport, and I don't want to participate on it... What's your opinion? I view my gear as an intimate partner in my skydives, and as such it deserves my respect and, well, love. I feel that knowing how to pack it, and packing it every time is an intrinsic part of skydiving. --Jeffrey "With tha thoughts of a militant mind... Hard line, hard line after hard line!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thesaint 0 #22 January 14, 2006 I pack for myself MOST of the time. Unless Im trying to make a load for some reason. Ususally it's cause Im on an R/W jump and I don't want the folks to have to scratch. But I want to be a really good packer so I only pay for a pack job when I have to. Additionally I want to know whats going on with my gear, packing yourself gives you the chance to inspect it. "If a thousand people agree on a dumb ideal, it's STILL a dumb ideal." Skully Bro #1 - POPS# 10440 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmytavino 16 #23 January 14, 2006 I view my gear as an intimate partner in my skydives, and as such it deserves my respect and, well, love. I feel that knowing how to pack it, and packing it every time is an intrinsic part of skydiving. - I am one of about 6 videopeople at my club... When the day begins you can be sure that we are allll really busy.... BUT... I won't use that as an excuse to have someone else pack for me.... ( Though friends often DO offer...)Instead,,, as I have done for decades,, I pack my own rig, shortly after I have landed....because... It's the only part of the day.. where I can have some peace and quiet !!!!!! Plus I can check out the rig and canopy, untwist brake lines, assess the condition of my closing loop, etc...I agree with peacefuljeffery that there IS a certain bond and affinity between a jumper and his/her gear.. Take care of your gear while on the ground, and it will take care of you,,, while in the air........ps. that's not to say that I think packers and those who utilize them are bad.....In fact many hardworking industrious people impress the hell outta me by the number of pack jobs which they can accomplish in a day.. More power to them, especially if the income helps them to make skydives.. Like wise if an experienced jumper can afford the cost of packers then go for it.. I just have always liked packing my own parachute. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #24 January 14, 2006 I do what I want, and I never want to pack I think I packed twice: Once for AFF. The second time to win my hunny's heart---I believe I've posted this story before and he won for "Craziest thing ever done for love". He jumped my pack job. (It was a 90-sq ft eliptical) I wondered why it was SO much easier to get in the bag than that damn 170 sq-footer they made me pack in AFF. The way I see it: I jump for fun and packing is NO fun.Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #25 January 14, 2006 QuoteHe jumped my pack job. (It was a 90-sq ft eliptical) A brave man indeed.... my first pack job was for a camera flyer named Gregor at Skydive Delmarva... I was sooooo edgy when he was gearing up.... and a few noticed.... I forget why but I was not able to see people under canopy for whatever reason.... next thing I hear from Lisa is "Did you hear Gregor had a cut-a-way?" The look I gave her got her to inform me she was just kidding, but my stomach had dropped at her words....Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
