gchain 0 #1 March 20, 2012 It was 1 year ago that I did my first tandem, absolutely loved it, apart from a crazy headache. The company I jumped with is very competent and friendly, but it is 2 hours away from my place. Do you think I should take the course even though I got such headache? If so, they told me about a course which is 500e,1000,1500 I believe not counting with the times I could fail the levels. What do you think, should I go for it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lookoutbelow 0 #2 March 20, 2012 The headache may have been from adrenaline/stress, and maybe some related motion sickness. There is a good chance that won't happen again, or at least it will get better, then eventually stop after you become more comfortable and relaxed. That was my experience. Being two hours away is what would make me think twice. Will you have the time to go, and stay current? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #3 March 20, 2012 Many, many people live 2+ hrs away from their DZ. Shouldn't be a problem staying current if the will & desire are there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #4 March 20, 2012 QuoteMany, many people live 2+ hrs away from their DZ. Shouldn't be a problem staying current if the will & desire are there. So true I live 30 minute's from a twin O DZ and for numerous execuse's I'm just to busy. To bad so sad. R. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tmccann 1 #5 March 20, 2012 Didn't vote - missing obligatory "Boobies" option. Also, missing yes or no. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #6 March 20, 2012 I think you should make your own decision, and not ask us what is best for your life. When you have a parachute malfunction, there won't be anyone there to ask what you should do - you'll have to handle it all by yourself. So start making your own decisions right now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiLFy 0 #7 March 20, 2012 Meh, Kids ... WHERE'S THE BOOBIES?!?! The headache means nothing. Neither does the two hour drive. The headache will either not come back, or go away w/successive jumps. The two hour drive will become nothing more than a minor nuisance. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leandercool 0 #8 March 20, 2012 I vote 'd' I thought that was the best answer. Serious now: The headache could have just been stress. Maybe let a docter decide. If it isn't bad for your health, you may get used to it and not even notice it after a few jumps.From 0 to 12.000 in 9 minutes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
format 0 #9 March 20, 2012 This SO cool! Come on Come on give us another question What goes around, comes later. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Southern_Man 0 #10 March 20, 2012 Selection bias may be a problem with your poll."What if there were no hypothetical questions?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Namowal 0 #11 March 21, 2012 Quote missing obligatory "Boobies" option. Looks like double Ds to me. My blog with the skydiving duck cartoons. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
oldwomanc6 37 #12 March 21, 2012 (·)(·)lisa WSCR 594 FB 1023 CBDB 9 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PiLFy 0 #13 March 21, 2012 Quote Quote missing obligatory "Boobies" option. Looks like double Ds to me. OK, in that case. I'll vote. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catfishhunter 1 #14 March 21, 2012 QuoteIt was 1 year ago that I did my first tandem, absolutely loved it, apart from a crazy headache. The company I jumped with is very competent and friendly, but it is 2 hours away from my place. Do you think I should take the course even though I got such headache? If so, they told me about a course which is 500e,1000,1500 I believe not counting with the times I could fail the levels. What do you think, should I go for it? The headache could very well be a problem and you should talk to a DOCTOR about whether you plan jump or not. Could be a simple inner ear issue or it could be much worse but i'd get checked out by a DOCTOR if it was me. MAKE EVERY DAY COUNT Life is Short and we never know how long we are going to have. We must live life to the fullest EVERY DAY. Everything we do should have a greater purpose. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites