Skylark 0 #1 April 26, 2003 How tall are you? It occured to me a few weeks ago at Empuria, that a large proportion of male jumpers were a long way below average height; enough jumpers to make it noticeable. Many appeared to be below 5'5" (1.61m). Is this because many shorter men are naturally better at confronting fear because they have always tried 'harder' in life? Or maybe it's because the image of a fearless skydiver makes up for the lack of inches when attracting a female mate? This is a serious post regarding the psychology of humans who choose to participate in high-risk sports. All comments and explanations from females and males alike, welcome. "Into the dangerous world I leapt..." William Blake, Songs of Experience Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 3 #2 April 26, 2003 Hmm. That's funny. I have never given a second thought to being what you clearly believe to be "short." I am five-seven, but used to be five-eight. Scoleosis and carrying a 100 pound rucksack for 20 years did that to me. Concerning skydiving or any other "extreme" sport as as way around my supposed shortcoming in my ability to attact a female mate: you are totally off track. Being tall, at least in my very-wide circles, doesn't give you a hint of a better chance of getting laid than I have. I have dated girls as tall as six foot two and as short as four foot eight; none considered height an issue, nor has it ever been an issue with me. Still, I have been utterly disturbed by the amount of tiny little girls who attach themselves to guys well over six feet tall. The basic mechanics of sex with that big a height difference is daunting. Edited to add that I don't see how this has anything to do with "general skydiving." I am moving this post to talkback right now. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #3 April 26, 2003 I've never noticed this at all. In fact, I think I've only met one male jumper under 5'5".Skydiving is for cool people only Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dropdeded 0 #4 April 26, 2003 5'9" here.I have always thought most of the guys Ive seen at the dz are either about the same as me or taller. dropdeded------------------------------------------ The Dude Abides. - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobsled92 0 #5 April 27, 2003 I'm 6',00" and I've found that the taller one is, the more of a pain it is to do things"comfortably":JUMP planes,cars, breaking bones more easy. Drive a Hummer at my size or bigger & you'll prefer to ride a bicycle.(Get too tall and people think you're a Yeti, not a genius) -Grant_______________________________ If I could be a Super Hero, I chose to be: "GRANT-A-CLAUS". and work 365 days a Year. http://www.hangout.no/speednews/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WeakMindedFool 0 #6 April 27, 2003 6'2" 215...it sucks here cause i can't find used gear From the size of stuff for sale, smaller is definitly the norm in skydiving...as far as getting laid...it's all in the talk not in the size Faith in a holy cause is to a considerable extent a substitute for lost faith in ourselves. -Eric Hoffer - Check out these Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #7 April 27, 2003 I'm 5' 7"__________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DYEVOUT 0 #8 April 27, 2003 6'-2", 210lbs - it seems skydivers tend to run small to me, I've been "shopping" for a used rig for a while now, and most of them are too small - both harnesses, and canopies ----------------=8^)---------------------- "I think that was the wrong tennis court." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mofo554 0 #9 April 27, 2003 What is the average height? I'm 5'10".... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenister 0 #10 April 27, 2003 maybe i just notice the tall skydivers in the crowd more i'm 6'4 and have met many skydivers taller than i am.. btw..positions are all about flexibility and ingenuity..if you cant make each other fit your really not trying hard enough.. ____________________________________ Those who fail to learn from the past are simply Doomed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflyanvil 0 #11 April 27, 2003 5"7Vid "stons fal, evrysing fals, but doesnt on purpos change its flite pas an positioning..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raefordite 0 #12 April 27, 2003 Personally I think you should move this poll to the Women Only and see what height male the ladies prefer. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
garyharbird 0 #13 April 27, 2003 5'11 and 165lb Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viking 0 #14 April 27, 2003 6'3" 190lbs I swear you must have footprints on the back of your helmet - chicagoskydiver My God has a bigger dick than your god -George Carlin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #15 April 27, 2003 QuotePersonally I think you should move this poll to the Women Only and see what height male the ladies prefer Hrm...i like 5'11" with size 12 feet, blonde hair, about 170 pounds, nice straight teeth.... ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #16 April 27, 2003 QuoteHrm...i like 5'11" with size 12 feet, blonde hair, about 170 pounds, nice straight teeth.... Will you take 6'0" and size 11? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VectorBoy 0 #17 April 27, 2003 I have noticed this....... Only because its the size the FAA calls the ideal pilot used in size and weight calculations. Funny most of the pilots I know are much bigger than this ideal, hey whats a little less avgas just a few minutes less flite time righ?. The airforce picks guys this size and smaller for fighter jocks, the bigger guys fly bombers,tankers and freighters. As far as girls go, I think they like guys that are fit whatever size the dude happens to be. Some ladies like a bigger guy to get that feeling of protection and being smothered during....... Then there are those " self admitted size Queens" that make adult videos somewhat cartoonish. Fairly big guy and a tiny little girl with not so tiny ta-tas. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #18 April 27, 2003 Quote maybe i just notice the tall skydivers in the crowd more i'm 6'4 and have met many skydivers taller than i am.. btw..positions are all about flexibility and ingenuity..if you cant make each other fit your really not trying hard enough.. ***Couldn't agree with you more! I'm 6'4" & 230lbs. The Good & Bad.... Never need a lead vest!Having to unfold yourself to get outta the back of a Cessna!!! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jraf 0 #19 April 27, 2003 6 feet, 180 pounds and not much fat on me. Size does not matter when you jump out. I must say I think my penis is small because I drive a large car jraf Me Jungleman! Me have large Babalui. Muff #3275 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zenister 0 #20 April 27, 2003 Quote Having to unfold yourself to get outta the back of a Cessna!!! never had to try this until i got up here to Kapowsin..although i had gotten used to moving around in otters in a crouch..usually i'm lucky enough to get one of the "comfy" seats in the cessnas...____________________________________ Those who fail to learn from the past are simply Doomed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #21 April 27, 2003 Quote Quote Having to unfold yourself to get outta the back of a Cessna!!! never had to try this until i got up here to Kapowsin..although i had gotten used to moving around in otters in a crouch..usually i'm lucky enough to get one of the "comfy" seats in the cessnas... ***That's why the older I get...the more I like DC3's and SkyVans! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iflyme 0 #22 April 27, 2003 Why does your poll stop at 6'4" ??? I am taller than that by a couple of inches. My dropzone is populated by men of varying heights ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BBKid 0 #23 April 27, 2003 6' - 6'2'' depending on shoes and hairstyle. 165lbs, obviously a rare combination based on the lack of suitable used gear (at least in this country anyway). As for SkyMonkeyOne commenting on the short woman/tall man combination being weird, but it means they don't have to bend down. Nick --------------------------- "I've pierced my foot on a spike!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #24 April 27, 2003 please... when you post such polls make them so it fill whith all groups..Mac cant vote while he´s shorter than 151cm Stay safe Stefan Faber Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mac266 0 #25 April 27, 2003 Quote please... when you post such polls make them so it fill whith all groups..Mac cant vote while he´s shorter than 151cm hehehehe! just means i can pull lower! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
