kallend 1,623 #1 July 11, 2006 Well, we geezers managed to set a TX SOS record yesterday (Sunday) at Spaceland. A huge 9-way.. Larry Elmore organized.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,053 #2 July 11, 2006 Are you "geezer" gonna be there all week? I'll be at Spaceland Tomorrow. 'Bout time we met.Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,121 #3 July 11, 2006 Congratulations! I'll bet it took a lot fewer jumps than it took to NOT make the POPS record, right? Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mirage62 0 #4 July 11, 2006 Wendy maybe you can report on the POP'd record attempt....were you there? I haven't found any postings! Thanks frKevin Keenan is my hero, a double FUP, he does so much with so little Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,121 #5 July 11, 2006 Well, um, we didn't get it. Lots of really nice-flying formations with a couple of people out, or a little slow, or a little flush. A few without enough people, but we were still a person or two out. No malfunctions, no injuries, a LOT of mud (it was rice-paddy wet in the field), and a little too much canopy traffic to avoid the mud. But fun, and lots of people to talk to. Such is life. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #6 July 11, 2006 QuoteCongratulations! I'll bet it took a lot fewer jumps than it took to NOT make the POPS record, right? Wendy W. Well, we did it on the first attempt, and then repeated it to show it wasn't a fluke! Unfortunately the picture has a little light industrial haze in the background, so I doubt Parachutist will publish it. Old Guys Rule!... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #7 July 11, 2006 QuoteWell, um, we didn't get it. Lots of really nice-flying formations with a couple of people out, or a little slow, or a little flush. A few without enough people, but we were still a person or two out. No malfunctions, no injuries, a LOT of mud (it was rice-paddy wet in the field), and a little too much canopy traffic to avoid the mud. But fun, and lots of people to talk to. Such is life. Wendy W. Hey, tell the WHOLE story of the flushes!... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #8 July 11, 2006 QuoteQuoteWell, um, we didn't get it. Lots of really nice-flying formations with a couple of people out, or a little slow, or a little flush. A few without enough people, but we were still a person or two out. No malfunctions, no injuries, a LOT of mud (it was rice-paddy wet in the field), and a little too much canopy traffic to avoid the mud. But fun, and lots of people to talk to. Such is life. Wendy W. Hey, tell the WHOLE story of the flushes! *** NO! Please DON'T! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smooth 0 #9 July 11, 2006 I heard that all of the really cool people were in the right trail Otter ! ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #10 July 11, 2006 QuoteI heard that all of the really cool people were in the right trail Otter ! ! *** They were..for a WHILE! I was the old guy next to ya Smooth... For ONE jump anyway! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smooth 0 #11 July 11, 2006 QuoteI was the old guy next to ya Smooth... Weren't all of the guys next to me old !?! Luckily for me that end of the aircraft started to fill up with women . . . MUCH better visuals ! ! ! ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #12 July 11, 2006 QuoteQuoteI was the old guy next to ya Smooth... Weren't all of the guys next to me old !?! Luckily for me that end of the aircraft started to fill up with women . . . MUCH better visuals ! ! ! ! *** At least I wasn't the TALLEST guy on the load for a change... How IS the view from up there?! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #13 July 11, 2006 QuoteI heard that all of the really cool people were in the right trail Otter ! ! I heard that too. Good looking, intelligent, articulate...... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #14 July 11, 2006 QuoteCongratulations! I'll bet it took a lot fewer jumps than it took to NOT make the POPS record, right? Wendy W. Forgot to mention that on the repeat SOS jump (which did not have any light industrial haze) our cameraman, a national champion and world class freeflier, forgot to turn on the camera. Good job it was just a repeat!... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #15 July 11, 2006 Congrats on the record! It was GREAT to finally get to meet you in person! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,121 #16 July 11, 2006 QuoteI heard that all of the really cool people were in the right trail Otter ! ! Quote I heard that too. Good looking, intelligent, articulate...Couldn't have said it better myself Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yjumpinoz 0 #17 July 11, 2006 How many were on the attempts for the POP's? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
3331 108 #18 July 11, 2006 Please post the pictures and Video's. I'll see all of you in Perris.I Jumped with the guys who invented Skydiving. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #19 July 11, 2006 QuotePlease post the pictures and Video's. I'll see all of you in Perris. I don't own the rights to any pictures or videos, Steve. Maybe someone from Spaceland will do it.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #20 July 12, 2006 QuoteHow many were on the attempts for the POP's? The old record was 62 so I would say more then that.My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #21 July 12, 2006 Some pictures are posted here. You can see how wet it was. (Thanks to Tequilagirl for the link)... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
loudtom 5 #22 July 12, 2006 Congratulation John and all your SOS friends. The pictures look great John. It looks like alot of fun. I can't wait, first convention and then pops world record. yee haa. Did you hear any yee haa's in TEXAS?tom #90 #54 #08 and now #5 with a Bronze :-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smooth 0 #23 July 12, 2006 Quote I heard that all of the really cool people were in the right trail Otter ! ! [Quote] I heard that too. Good looking, intelligent, articulate... QuoteCouldn't have said it better myself I love it!! - Thanks for the link to the pictures Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
psuCory 0 #24 July 13, 2006 Ok, Now there were four video guys filming this attempt... and I'm only one of them :) But... seeing as Tequilagirl already gave out the link... My "favorite" shots: http://www.shutterfly.com/pro/CKossan/Skydive/NEWPOPSTX06 And the rest of my shots that weren't deleted upon viewing: http://www.shutterfly.com/pro/CKossan/Skydive/NEWPopsother On a side note, the event DVD is in production. Running time will be approximately an hour. For those of you who pre-purchased it, you won't be waiting long :) Anybody else that would like a copy contact me ([email protected]) or Eric ([email protected]) and we will add you to the distribution list. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #25 July 13, 2006 QuoteOk, Now there were four video guys filming this attempt... and I'm only one of them :) But... seeing as Tequilagirl already gave out the link... My "favorite" shots: http://www.shutterfly.com/pro/CKossan/Skydive/NEWPOPSTX06 And the rest of my shots that weren't deleted upon viewing: http://www.shutterfly.com/pro/CKossan/Skydive/NEWPopsother On a side note, the event DVD is in production. Running time will be approximately an hour. For those of you who pre-purchased it, you won't be waiting long :) Anybody else that would like a copy contact me ([email protected]) or Eric ([email protected]) and we will add you to the distribution list. Hi Cory, One of the shots that Eric printed showed a guy landing on the grass in a huge spray of water. Do you know if it's posted anywhere? It really captured the spirit of the event!... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
