trigger 0 #26 May 12, 2011 Jumped a FJC round inthe early 80's loved it but no money at 16yrs old. Sidetracked for the next 14yrs (women,booze & motorcycles) Then returned to the sky at 30 yrs. Still love being in the air..CHOP WOOD COLLECT WATER. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Imanewdiver 0 #27 May 14, 2011 Visited SkyVentures in Orlando. Met two guys who were very patient and got me belly flying really well in the tunnel. They suggested AFF. Im a big guy (295 out the door) so I went over to Mirage with one of them, and $7K later I had a rig on order. Peter and Chris are FANTASTIC coaches and really nice guys. Got 16 jumps in with Peter and cant wait till I have time to complete my A. Trust and confidence in how I was taught really made the journey a great one. Also received some great info from TK on being a larger jumper, and dropped 24 lbs to make my jumps safely. Great sport. Great people. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tuna-Salad 0 #28 May 17, 2011 I had a job I hated and needed something to vent my stress. Saw a skydiving ad in a local newspaper and never looked back... Why I started jumping? Everything sucked at that point Why I keep jumping? The people I've met are some of the best, trustworthy fun loving people I've ever had the fortune to meet.Millions of my potential children died on your daughters' face last night. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #29 May 17, 2011 Can't dance & it's to wet to plow... ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nickfrey 0 #30 May 17, 2011 Wingsuits, and base jumping and ski-base and wingsuit base ... Only one left on the list!!! McConkey's really to one blame/Thank... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
agentsmith413 0 #31 May 18, 2011 always wanted to skydive since i was a kid but was always too heavy to do so. So finally i lost the weight and did my first tandem. I've been hooked ever since and haven't looked back.Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, all used up, and loudly proclaiming: Wow, what a ride! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkeenan 13 #32 May 18, 2011 My girlfriend dumped me and my motorcycle was stolen. I had always been curious about skydiving, and heard that there was a DZ nearby. So I figured I try it out. I was 19 and that was 40 years ago. Kevin K._____________________________________ Dude, you are so awesome... Can I be on your ash jump ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #33 May 18, 2011 I wanted to lurn how to spell ... 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
Calvin19 0 #34 May 18, 2011 sailplane flying, Climbing, slacklining, then rope jumping in middle school-high school. (class 2003), then powered aircraft in college. Skydiving was part of the progression toward higher, faster, farther. Main goal was BASE jumping. First skydive in 2002, fist BASE jump 2003. Being able to use any parachute system with ease is a good thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deltron80 0 #35 May 19, 2011 I was forced to seek out an alternative to sex due to women being bitches. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shah269 0 #36 May 19, 2011 Quote I was forced to seek out an alternative to sex due to women being bitches. It's kind of funny, the total lack of girls in the sport was something I was actually happy about at first. And now, well a single dude, I can't help but lament the fact that the hobby is such a total freaking sausage fest. A frat with no sorority to match up with. But I'm not partaking in the sport to meet any women, I'm there for peace and to be with friends.Life through good thoughts, good words, and good deeds is necessary to ensure happiness and to keep chaos at bay. The only thing that falls from the sky is birdshit and fools! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #37 May 19, 2011 ...a total freaking sausage fest. Quote To bad you came too late for the Tube Steak Boogies! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fossg 0 #38 May 19, 2011 Ripcord tv show. can't dance, can't throw a football, not the best looking guy in the world, but man I can FALL.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiverbry 0 #39 May 19, 2011 Wanted to see how badly I could hurt myselfBry -------------------------------------------------- Growing old is mandatory.Growing up is optional!! D.S.#13(Dudeist Skdiver) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
worriedSHEEP 0 #40 May 19, 2011 I play in a band, and quite often we busk on the street. I've been crapped on by seagulls 5 times. I wants to get me some revenge. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fastphil 0 #41 May 24, 2011 I've often wondered why Skydiving persued me... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
