firstime 0 #1 September 8, 2004 I was involved with my first(beer) 8 way this weekend We did some dirt dives again and again. We had it down to a "T". We get the green light and out we go... people all over the sky... End result was a 4 way and 4 one ways. This jump was a "big" way for me. Once we got down and talked about the dive. I then thought about the real "BIG" ways that we read about. At that point, I thought about these "real" big ways. The people that do these 100, 200 and 300 ways have a talent and expertise 2nd to none. It's not finding the slot that made me think about the complexity of the dive but the break off was what put me into the intense thought mode. Therefore I must give anyone out there who does big ways a super double thumbs up. We are crazy but NOT stupid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 September 8, 2004 Was it an SCR jump? Was there an SCR ceremony?--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstime 0 #3 September 8, 2004 " Guns Kill People" Yeah!!! just like a spoon made Rosie O'donnel FAT. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FrogNog 1 #4 September 8, 2004 I think you need to vary your dosage. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #5 September 8, 2004 For a more successful skydive at 87 jumps, try starting with smaller ways, such as a 2 way, and build from there slowly, and preferably with more experienced jumpers. We didn't do the AZ 300way and Thailand 375way with anyone that had 87 jumps. Jump alot, have fun and be safe. You'll get there someday with determination and hard work. -www.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sangiro 4 #6 September 8, 2004 Quote" Guns Kill People" Yeah!!! just like a spoon made Rosie O'donnel FAT. Take this stuff to the Speakers Corner or the Bonfire please. This is a topical forum. Talk about skydiving or not at all.Safe swoops Sangiro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #7 September 8, 2004 QuoteIt's not finding the slot that made me think about the complexity of the dive but the break off was what put me into the intense thought mode. Break offs for a big way are broken down into sections. Depending on how big of a big way you are doing, the outside waves leave at one altitude, the next wave leaves at another altitude, and so on. Opening altitudes are also assigned. I've done lots of big ways, and thankfully for me, I've yet to have a scare. A good track will safe your life.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #8 September 8, 2004 Do some good 4-way. That will teach you some excellent skills that help with larger stuff. Plan your breakoff for each point when dirt-diving. Formations slow down as they build. Have your base fall a little faster than normal, it gives the outside people some help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites firstime 0 #9 September 9, 2004 I am certaintly aware ppl w/87 jumps dont & should not do big ways. My post was to commend those who do. I was invited, but insisted that I break @ 6k rather than 4k to leave myself a bigger margin of error. I didnt do all that bad, I docked on a 3 way and waited for the rest but waved goodbye because it was taking too much time (for me). I will do some 2,3 & 4's for the rest of this season and just read about the biggies rather than participate. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sundevil777 94 #10 September 9, 2004 QuoteI will do some 2,3 & 4's for the rest of this season and just read about the biggies rather than participate. If you want to move into some bigger jumps (and there is good reason to want to do them), just let an organizer know that you're interested and be honest in describing your abilities and experience. They will likely find an appropriate place for you on some bigger loads, and you move on from there... Your skills will not be best developed by only doing small or large loads exclusively, but I say go ahead and challenge yourself with some good guidance. I was on a 32 way (third from last exiting) out of a narrow door DC-3 when I had your jump numbers. If you concentrate on safety skills - you must learn how to track without diving (you don't arch), learn how to approach a formation in control, and can stay in place when grips are released, then you will be popular with RW organizers. Don't be in a hurry, but if you want it, I say go for it.People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
firstime 0 #9 September 9, 2004 I am certaintly aware ppl w/87 jumps dont & should not do big ways. My post was to commend those who do. I was invited, but insisted that I break @ 6k rather than 4k to leave myself a bigger margin of error. I didnt do all that bad, I docked on a 3 way and waited for the rest but waved goodbye because it was taking too much time (for me). I will do some 2,3 & 4's for the rest of this season and just read about the biggies rather than participate. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 94 #10 September 9, 2004 QuoteI will do some 2,3 & 4's for the rest of this season and just read about the biggies rather than participate. If you want to move into some bigger jumps (and there is good reason to want to do them), just let an organizer know that you're interested and be honest in describing your abilities and experience. They will likely find an appropriate place for you on some bigger loads, and you move on from there... Your skills will not be best developed by only doing small or large loads exclusively, but I say go ahead and challenge yourself with some good guidance. I was on a 32 way (third from last exiting) out of a narrow door DC-3 when I had your jump numbers. If you concentrate on safety skills - you must learn how to track without diving (you don't arch), learn how to approach a formation in control, and can stay in place when grips are released, then you will be popular with RW organizers. Don't be in a hurry, but if you want it, I say go for it.People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
