mjosparky 3 #26 September 28, 2009 Yes they are Adidas GSG9's and yes I do know what GSG9 is. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GSG_9 SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #27 September 28, 2009 Hi Sparky Thanks for the link, I'm how detailed the info was, down to the type of boots their wearing. I'm afraid to ask "boxers or briefs" One Jump Wonder Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
matthewcline 0 #28 September 28, 2009 Dude, their "Commandos" Duh! Matt An Instructors first concern is student safety. So, start being safe, first!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #29 September 28, 2009 Quote Dude, their "Commandos" Duh! Matt Hi Matt Thanks I needed thatOne Jump Wonder Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JerryBaumchen 1,050 #30 September 28, 2009 Hi howard, Re: TELSAN boots The late Jim Lowe won a pair of those at a meet back in Ohio ~'65. He was convinced he could not get dead-centers with any other boot. When they 'finally' wore out he was flustered for a few jumps as to how good he could score with the 'Style' french boot, the 2nd generation of french boot. It was all in his head; he did just as good in whatever he was wearing. JerryBaumchen Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #31 September 28, 2009 Hi Jerry Is it true that some accuracy folks put a special heal on their footwear so they could file it to a narrow point and get a accurate heal strike.One Jump Wonder Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pchapman 262 #32 September 29, 2009 QuoteIs it true that some accuracy folks put a special heal on their footwear so they could file it to a narrow point and get a accurate heal strike. Yup. A premolded heel add-on is available from somewhere. A few years back, for example, there was someone down at Raeford NC who would take one's favorite shoes, reshape the heels and fit the new striking point on. For simple accuracy I used to just take a pair of cheap runners and shave the back corners of the heel down, to leave more of a point. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #33 September 29, 2009 QuoteHi Jerry Is it true that some accuracy folks put a special heal on their footwear so they could file it to a narrow point and get a accurate heal strike. They are trying to hit a target that is 3 cm in diameter. ____________ That line is about 3 cm. Hell I can't figure out how they can see the damn thing. SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #34 September 29, 2009 Quote Quote Hi Jerry Is it true that some accuracy folks put a special heal on their footwear so they could file it to a narrow point and get a accurate heal strike. They are trying to hit a target that is 3 cm in diameter. ____________ That line is about 3 cm. Hell I can't figure out how they can see the damn thing. Sparky Sparky Please tell my wife that you made a typo. She convinced that line is 6 inch's long.FWIW I think the accuracy folks aim for the center of the pad/disc and until they get close enough to see the SIX INCH center for their final heal strike. I know you all don't want to see a pic of my ruler.One Jump Wonder Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #35 September 29, 2009 Quote Quote Quote Hi Jerry Is it true that some accuracy folks put a special heal on their footwear so they could file it to a narrow point and get a accurate heal strike. They are trying to hit a target that is 3 cm in diameter. ____________ That line is about 3 cm. Hell I can't figure out how they can see the damn thing. Sparky Sparky Please tell my wife that you made a typo. She convinced that line is 6 inch's long.FWIW I think the accuracy folks aim for the center of the pad/disc and until they get close enough to see the SIX INCH center for their final heal strike. I know you all don't want to see a pic of my ruler. Now THAT'S funny right there, I don't care who ya are! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #36 September 29, 2009 Nice shoes Jim. Sparky Ya know what the best thing about wearing 'Frenchies' is ??? The chicks just love 'em! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #37 September 29, 2009 Quote Nice shoes Jim. Sparky Ya know what the best thing about wearing 'Frenchies' is ??? The chicks just love 'em! I think that one on your left wants to bite you on the butt. SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #38 September 29, 2009 Quote Quote Quote Quote Hi Jerry Is it true that some accuracy folks put a special heal on their footwear so they could file it to a narrow point and get a accurate heal strike. They are trying to hit a target that is 3 cm in diameter. ____________ That line is about 3 cm. Hell I can't figure out how they can see the damn thing. Sparky Sparky Please tell my wife that you made a typo. She convinced that line is 6 inch's long.FWIW I think the accuracy folks aim for the center of the pad/disc and until they get close enough to see the SIX INCH center for their final heal strike. I know you all don't want to see a pic of my ruler. Now THAT'S funny right there, I don't care who ya are! No problemo sparky I got this under control Told the wife to convert metric to US 1CM = 2 of my inch's One Jump Wonder Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steve1 5 #39 September 29, 2009 Ya know what the best thing about wearing 'Frenchies' is ??? The chicks just love 'em! .............................................................. That's the real reason that I own two pair of them! Sometimes I wear them to the bar when I haven't even been jumping.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drjump 0 #40 September 29, 2009 What size and what is the asking price? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #41 September 29, 2009 Quote What size and what is the asking price? Already gone, a buddy of mine called David the minute I told him I may have found a pair in his size... ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #42 September 29, 2009 Quote Quote Nice shoes Jim. Sparky Ya know what the best thing about wearing 'Frenchies' is ??? The chicks just love 'em! I think that one on your left wants to bite you on the butt. Sparky Yeah...somehow, demos & butt biting seemed to hand in hand. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #43 September 30, 2009 Quote Nice shoes Jim. Sparky Ya know what the best thing about wearing 'Frenchies' is ??? The chicks just love 'em! Mr T Were your shorts made in france.From the look on the nice ladies face I don't think she ever looked past your, whats the word ....knee.One Jump Wonder Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 3 #44 September 30, 2009 Quote Yeah...somehow, demos & butt biting seemed to hand in hand. Hey, I think I know her. SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #45 September 30, 2009 Quote Quote Yeah...somehow, demos & butt biting seemed to hand in hand. Hey, I think I know her. Sparky Never forget a 'face' huh? ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Krip 2 #46 October 1, 2009 Hi T Quote Year was '76, and I was 18...it was my 1st freefall and the T-10 didn't HAVE brakes! Oh yeah...the boots, unlike Sparky's were 'ladder laced' because I was COOOOOL! No Brakes You mean like a non steerable round. Damn thats real army stuff.Mr T Do you remember your exit altitude for your FIRST freefall.One Jump Wonder Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jonstark 8 #47 October 1, 2009 Quote Mr T Do you remember your exit altitude for your FIRST freefall./Quote Static line exit at 2100' AGL. First FF at 2500. Five second delay from 3200. Never looked low to me. Bet the AFF generation can't say that! hee hee jon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites DavidB 0 #48 October 1, 2009 I was jumping T-10s 8 years later. They still didn't have "brakes" but they did have steering toggles (heavy as HELL steering, but steering none the less). 2500'- static line 3200'- 5-second delay 3600'- 10 seconds 4500'- 15 secondsWhen the only tool you have is a hammer, every problem looks like a nail. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 2 of 2 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
DavidB 0 #48 October 1, 2009 I was jumping T-10s 8 years later. They still didn't have "brakes" but they did have steering toggles (heavy as HELL steering, but steering none the less). 2500'- static line 3200'- 5-second delay 3600'- 10 seconds 4500'- 15 secondsWhen the only tool you have is a hammer, every problem looks like a nail. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
