riggerrob 558 #26 August 2, 2005 I hate doing tandems from 6,000' because - by the time you have sorted out the unstable exit - it is time to open. I have also found that most students need an exit above 8,500' if they want enough time to wake up in freefall, have time to look around and relax. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iam 0 #27 August 2, 2005 QuoteI hate doing tandems from 6,000' because - by the time you have sorted out the unstable exit - it is time to open. I have also found that most students need an exit above 8,500' if they want enough time to wake up in freefall, have time to look around and relax. Cant agree with you more"Don't ever knock on deaths door, just ring the bell and run away - it really pisses him off" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NSEMN8R 0 #28 August 2, 2005 I don't think I'd have the balls to do them from 6 with a first time jumper. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
altichick 0 #29 August 2, 2005 ...And how's that real job treating you Ian?? Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #30 August 2, 2005 QuoteI don't think I'd have the balls to do them from 6 with a first time jumper. I know of one DZ that takes tandems out anywhere from 5500-6000ft, if passengers are over 215lbs, to reduce opening forces on the equipement. The subterminal opening are like butter. Just be good on your exits and it's a sinch. Be safe. Edwww.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NSEMN8R 0 #31 August 3, 2005 Quote Just be good on your exits and it's a sinch. Is that all there is to it? I wish I'd known it was that easyI probably shouldn't admit it, but I can think of a couple jumps in particular that may not have ended so well if I had exited at 5500. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #32 August 3, 2005 QuoteI probably shouldn't admit it, but I can think of a couple jumps in particular that may not have ended so well if I had exited at 5500. Here's a tip..... if you dont already know... For a clean, stable, head high, student into the relative wind no matter what body postion they are in exit, try squatting with the student already at a 45 degree angle in the door of the plane, and as you exit, think about leading with your left hip. Make it a fast agressive move and get all the work done in that instant rather then fighting the wind for stability. Be safe! Edwww.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 558 #33 August 16, 2005 Saturday, I did 11 tandems and a 10-way, all from 12,500' out of our King Air. We set a new school record of 54 tandems in one day ... 10 more than our previous record. I studiously avoided packing because of a painful sun burn on my neck. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FreeFlyASC 0 #34 August 18, 2005 I have done 19 tandems in a day,but that was out of Mike Mullins king air. I did 16 this past Sunday half tandems, Half Aff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
efs4ever 3 #35 August 20, 2005 13 one day is my record. One time myself and Elio did 24 (12 each) on a Monday by doing four triple back to backs. 13 is plenty tough, though. To those who do 15 plus, I can only say that your fatigue may affect you in ways you don't understand. Of couse, if you are landing right next to the loading area, dropping the rig and getting back on the plane it's easier. My record HARD day was doing 11 and walking each rig appx 225 yards back to the packing area, and then walking about 150 yards back to the plane.Russell M. Webb D 7014 Attorney at Law 713 385 5676 https://www.tdcparole.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ssandy 0 #36 August 23, 2005 I think the "32 in one day" involved the King Air... not just the C-182. But I'm sure there was still plenty of yelling to make it more of a "normal" day at the fun factory Hope you're getting to fun jump Ian! It's all fun for me these days. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deadwood 0 #37 August 24, 2005 I did 47 out of a Cessna 150 one day in Leadville Co. It was 120 degrees on the ground. All went to 12,500 AGL, with video. (All stand-up landings) We had to carry 4 O2 bottles (one for everybody) as the air was getting a little thin. Of couse we had to hot fuel all day. Went thru 94 RATO bottles also. Was I glad when 5 o'clock came and we finally finished.He who hesitates shall inherit the earth. Deadwood Skydive New Mexico Motorcycle Club, Touring Division Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kimblair13 0 #38 August 24, 2005 Well I've done 10 and I'm a girl I've only had my TI for a short while, so I'm sure that number will be passed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NSEMN8R 0 #39 August 24, 2005 QuoteI did 47 out of a Cessna 150 one day in Leadville Co. It was 120 degrees on the ground. All went to 12,500 AGL, with video. (All stand-up landings) We had to carry 4 O2 bottles (one for everybody) as the air was getting a little thin. Of couse we had to hot fuel all day. Went thru 94 RATO bottles also. Was I glad when 5 o'clock came and we finally finished. 47 from 12.5 before 5pm? On a hot day in a 150? I call bullshit... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
superstu 0 #40 August 24, 2005 those are some good pictures there kimmie, you should buy the photographer a beer or somethingSlip Stream Air Sports Do not go softly, do not go quietly, never back down Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kimblair13 0 #41 August 25, 2005 Why would I do a silly thing like that? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanglesOZQld 0 #42 August 25, 2005 Totally agree re 6,000 is too low to enjoy the jump and we do tell everyone about the pros of going higher. Still some are not going to jump at all if it costs more than they are willing to pay. BSBD! -Mark. "A Scar is just a Tattoo with a story!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
packerkevin 0 #43 August 25, 2005 QuoteI did 47 out of a Cessna 150 one day in Leadville Co. It was 120 degrees on the ground. All went to 12,500 AGL, with video. (All stand-up landings) We had to carry 4 O2 bottles (one for everybody) as the air was getting a little thin. Of couse we had to hot fuel all day. Went thru 94 RATO bottles also. Was I glad when 5 o'clock came and we finally finished.Quote funniest thing i have ever heard. this week anyway.[s wonder how many other people realize leadville is 9900' msl to begin with.Growing old is mandatory, Growing up is optional Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites superstu 0 #44 August 25, 2005 well it's either that or...Slip Stream Air Sports Do not go softly, do not go quietly, never back down 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
superstu 0 #44 August 25, 2005 well it's either that or...Slip Stream Air Sports Do not go softly, do not go quietly, never back down Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
