somethinelse 0 #1 October 29, 2004 Help Me if you CAN! Soon will have my A official. I really want to jump SOME over the winter- BUT my DZ will be closed...AND although Tecumseh WILL be having some winter jumping they won't have any rental gear available. Where can I go to get in my winter jumps- IF I need to rent my gear? I'd appecaite your input and all CREATIVE IDEAS ARE WELCOME too! BLUES- LiLa. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeaKev 0 #2 October 29, 2004 Weekend trips south. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZZTopless 0 #3 October 29, 2004 If you're willing to drive all the way to Minnesota, Skydive Hutchinson will be open on weekends only during the winter. They do have gear rental. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
somethinelse 0 #4 October 29, 2004 Yeah...It IS looking like that'll be the only option. Maybe... HOW ABOUT SKYDIVE CHICAGO? DO they have rental gear available in the winter for hardy souls who wanna keep current BUT who don't have their own gear????? If I do trek SOUTH to get in currency jumps- Will I get greif b/c I ONLY have 25 jumps and a hot off the presses "A" License? Where are the truly NEWBIE FRIENDLY DZs? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #5 October 29, 2004 Sky Knights in East Troy, WI does winter jumping and has rental gear.Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
somethinelse 0 #6 October 29, 2004 Where is Skydive Hutchinson in relationship to Wisconsin? Do you get some decent days to actually jump? What kind of rental gear/planes do they have available? It's good to know THERE IS OPTONS for us hardy northern skydivers. THANX- LiLa. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
somethinelse 0 #7 October 29, 2004 Heya Ladyskydiver! Wisconsin! That's possible...Where is East Troy situated in relation to Michigan? I live on the West -side of Central Michigan, so to go either East or West I need to travel North or South FIRST to get around the Lake. State to state travel can be "interesting" when you live in state that's a peninsula that for the most part is surrounded by water, ya know?! Blues! -LiLa. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #8 October 29, 2004 East Troy is located about 30 miles southwest of Milwaukee. I-94 will get you most of the way there, then it's another 30 minutes or so on a state highway. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #9 October 29, 2004 QuoteHOW ABOUT SKYDIVE CHICAGO? DO they have rental gear available in the winter for hardy souls who wanna keep current BUT who don't have their own gear????? They sure do. I'm not sure what kinda gear you were using at tecumseh, so just make sure you talk to an instructor at SDC. We have gear available with different size mains, they'll make sure you get the proper one for your skill level. Also call manifest before you come out just to make sure there is jumping going on that weekend. And most important, let me know so i can meet you there and say hi. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fast 0 #10 October 29, 2004 Winter jumping is fun~D Where troubles melt like lemon drops Away above the chimney tops That's where you'll find me. Swooping is taking one last poke at the bear before escaping it's cave - davelepka Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
somethinelse 0 #11 October 29, 2004 Thanx... A needed a little perspecive. I'm gonna have to get out my mapbook and figure out a game plan for checking out different dzs for winter jumping possibilities I think. I tell ya, If a dz is a cool place, WHEN IT'S COLD- It should be even more so when the weather's good..So will consider summer junping again if a place workes out well when I'm dong winter currency jumps. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites somethinelse 0 #12 October 29, 2004 Hiya Sunshine! SDC sounds good. And I DO know how to get to Chicago, anyways! I have only been jumping at Central Michigan Skydivers this year. I just finished the requirements for my "A" and basically have been jumpng student gear. I've down-sized to 220, tho, and so far have jumped out of 182s mostly, and once a 206. Will these be available or something like it at SDC this winter? HMMM...So far, so good! Blues! -LiLa. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #13 October 29, 2004 QuoteHiya Sunshine! SDC sounds good. And I DO know how to get to Chicago, anyways! I have only been jumping at Central Michigan Skydivers this year. I just finished the requirements for my "A" and basically have been jumpng student gear. I've down-sized to 220, tho, and so far have jumped out of 182s mostly, and once a 206. Will these be available or something like it at SDC this winter? HMMM...So far, so good! Even though i'm giving you the info you want, please be sure to talk to an instructor when you arrive. Anyhoo, the rental gear is sabre2's ranging in size from 150-260, so you'll find something that is right for you. Keep in mind that they are ZP (not sure if you've jumped ZP or F111). In the winter we use the C182 for jumping. Everyone there is super friendly so we'll make sure you have a good safe time when you come visit. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites somethinelse 0 #14 October 29, 2004 I do love winter. Just need to dress right, RIGHT? Any special tips about how to gear up well for winter jumps? I want to keep current. Will only manage to get in one monthly probably! Northern winters can be ROUGH! But even if they are not, with needing to travel to places to get rental gear, I'll really be going against the odds of having the rare beautious winter weather happen on a weekend day. What's a really RELIABLE WEATHER SITE to check to plan out winter jumps for weekend travelling???? Thanx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites somethinelse 0 #15 October 29, 2004 SUNSHINE, thanx for your helpWe got a guy working at our DZ that's from SDC. I'll bounce off some questions on him, and try to figure things out for later on. SE YA! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #16 October 29, 2004 Also, re: SDC- the website might say they are closed, but chances are on a sunny weekend, they will be open, so call first! The twin otters and a lot of the staff will be in Mexico for most of the winter, but some folks will stay behind! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ladyskydiver 0 #17 October 29, 2004 Winter gear - long underwear is a requirement. **burr** As far as weather goes, check out http://www.skydivingweather.com.Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites councilman24 36 #18 October 29, 2004 Dress like any other outdoor winter activity, in layers that you can shed and put on as needed. Remember your not in the wind long and other wise its just another winter day. Except for your hands and face. Specialty items. I use a silk or very thin http://www.wintersilks.com/product.asp?branch=&page=1&id=66&src=tlga&kw=Silk_balaclava[/url] polypropylene balaclava under my helmet. Warm enough and keeps the cheeks covered. I've seen people use lots of other face masks but this is secure and doesn't go anywhere. Gloves need to be thin and warm. Some people put latex gloves under leather gloves to stop the wind. But I don't like have wet hands. I usually use snug fitting Thinsulite insulated leather gloves [url]http://www.wilsonsleather.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1834955&cp=1855607.1832080.1831968&parentPage=family They have them for women too. Or for extreme cold, neoprene scuba gloves WITH polypropylene liner gloves underneath. Again the liners wick the moisture away. On moderate days you can just use unlined leather "skydiving" gloves. I wear Neuman tacky football gloves all year. They also come in insulted version. Wave as you drive by Kalamazoo.I'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites somethinelse 0 #19 October 30, 2004 Thanx for the cool link. I appreciate it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites somethinelse 0 #20 October 30, 2004 Heya COuncilman! Thanx for the great tips. I'll check em out! Sent you a PM. 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 Go To Topic Listing
somethinelse 0 #12 October 29, 2004 Hiya Sunshine! SDC sounds good. And I DO know how to get to Chicago, anyways! I have only been jumping at Central Michigan Skydivers this year. I just finished the requirements for my "A" and basically have been jumpng student gear. I've down-sized to 220, tho, and so far have jumped out of 182s mostly, and once a 206. Will these be available or something like it at SDC this winter? HMMM...So far, so good! Blues! -LiLa. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #13 October 29, 2004 QuoteHiya Sunshine! SDC sounds good. And I DO know how to get to Chicago, anyways! I have only been jumping at Central Michigan Skydivers this year. I just finished the requirements for my "A" and basically have been jumpng student gear. I've down-sized to 220, tho, and so far have jumped out of 182s mostly, and once a 206. Will these be available or something like it at SDC this winter? HMMM...So far, so good! Even though i'm giving you the info you want, please be sure to talk to an instructor when you arrive. Anyhoo, the rental gear is sabre2's ranging in size from 150-260, so you'll find something that is right for you. Keep in mind that they are ZP (not sure if you've jumped ZP or F111). In the winter we use the C182 for jumping. Everyone there is super friendly so we'll make sure you have a good safe time when you come visit. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
somethinelse 0 #14 October 29, 2004 I do love winter. Just need to dress right, RIGHT? Any special tips about how to gear up well for winter jumps? I want to keep current. Will only manage to get in one monthly probably! Northern winters can be ROUGH! But even if they are not, with needing to travel to places to get rental gear, I'll really be going against the odds of having the rare beautious winter weather happen on a weekend day. What's a really RELIABLE WEATHER SITE to check to plan out winter jumps for weekend travelling???? Thanx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
somethinelse 0 #15 October 29, 2004 SUNSHINE, thanx for your helpWe got a guy working at our DZ that's from SDC. I'll bounce off some questions on him, and try to figure things out for later on. SE YA! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #16 October 29, 2004 Also, re: SDC- the website might say they are closed, but chances are on a sunny weekend, they will be open, so call first! The twin otters and a lot of the staff will be in Mexico for most of the winter, but some folks will stay behind! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #17 October 29, 2004 Winter gear - long underwear is a requirement. **burr** As far as weather goes, check out http://www.skydivingweather.com.Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
councilman24 36 #18 October 29, 2004 Dress like any other outdoor winter activity, in layers that you can shed and put on as needed. Remember your not in the wind long and other wise its just another winter day. Except for your hands and face. Specialty items. I use a silk or very thin http://www.wintersilks.com/product.asp?branch=&page=1&id=66&src=tlga&kw=Silk_balaclava[/url] polypropylene balaclava under my helmet. Warm enough and keeps the cheeks covered. I've seen people use lots of other face masks but this is secure and doesn't go anywhere. Gloves need to be thin and warm. Some people put latex gloves under leather gloves to stop the wind. But I don't like have wet hands. I usually use snug fitting Thinsulite insulated leather gloves [url]http://www.wilsonsleather.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1834955&cp=1855607.1832080.1831968&parentPage=family They have them for women too. Or for extreme cold, neoprene scuba gloves WITH polypropylene liner gloves underneath. Again the liners wick the moisture away. On moderate days you can just use unlined leather "skydiving" gloves. I wear Neuman tacky football gloves all year. They also come in insulted version. Wave as you drive by Kalamazoo.I'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
somethinelse 0 #19 October 30, 2004 Thanx for the cool link. I appreciate it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
somethinelse 0 #20 October 30, 2004 Heya COuncilman! Thanx for the great tips. I'll check em out! Sent you a PM. 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
