BrianSGermain 1 #1 April 28, 2004 I just wanted to invite those who have read the new book to share their input in this thread. BriInstructional Videos:www.AdventureWisdom.com Keynote Speaking:www.TranscendingFEAR.com Canopies and Courses:www.BIGAIRSPORTZ.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeedToJump 0 #2 April 28, 2004 I just got the book in the mail today and will read it and write about it very soon. I found your seminar and the book that I got from it very informative and look forward to reading this new one. Wind Tunnel and Skydiving Coach http://www.ariperelman.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
psw097 0 #3 April 28, 2004 I finished it about a month ago. I liked it. Some more detail in places would have been nice and I expect that your rev 2 will elaborate more. The book was a very quick read and made for good reference after your seminar. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JumpRu 14 #4 April 28, 2004 This is the best book about Parachutes I have seen so far!!! Samurai pilot Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gus 1 #5 April 28, 2004 I'm waiting eagerly on my rev 2 issue. Any idea when it'll be shipping? GusOutpatientsOnline.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HCnorway 0 #6 April 28, 2004 I can't find this book on your webpages Brian. Or is it the Owners manual that you have given out as a book? The manual I have red, but if there exists a book I'd like to get it, and learn more. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeedToJump 0 #7 April 28, 2004 QuoteI'm waiting eagerly on my rev 2 issue. Any idea when it'll be shipping? It's shipping, I got mine in the mail yesterday. "The Parachute and Its Pilot 2nd Edition"Wind Tunnel and Skydiving Coach http://www.ariperelman.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sammer 0 #8 April 28, 2004 QuoteI can't find this book on your webpages Brian. Or is it the Owners manual that you have given out as a book? The manual I have red, but if there exists a book I'd like to get it, and learn more. See this thread for some info on Brian's new book: Learn More, Live Longer Still waiting on mine, but looking forward to reading it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #9 April 28, 2004 My copy just arrived in the mail today. So I look forward to finding the time and reading it. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weegegirl 2 #10 April 29, 2004 Started reading it last night and it's fascinating. Great information... great explanation. I'm learning a lot. Thanks, Bri! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MuffDiver 0 #11 April 30, 2004 Just ordered my copy, will let you know what I think soon. __________________________________________________ Don't take life too seriously. You'll never get out alive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blueskies120 0 #12 May 3, 2004 Hey Brian, I did receive your book and when I opened the cover and started to read it, I could not put it down until I finished it. I took that thing everywhere I went just in case I would have a few extra min. to read more more more. Thanks Brian for all the good tips on canopy flying and life in general, Great job. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cloggy 1 #13 May 4, 2004 The book is on the Big Air Sportz webpages now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #14 May 4, 2004 I read the First Edition and am reading the new one now.. more input to follow.. but its a good read Brian. I think anyone can learn someting in there... and it might keep some new pilots or some old ones.. from getting into doing stupid canopy pilot tricks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Designer 0 #15 May 5, 2004 Brian,working on reading it.Alot of the first half I knew already from my NASA intro to aerodynamics class.Of course the most important test pilot info you taught me!(Is this area covered enough?)This basic material should be required reading for "All Canopy Pilots" regardless of experience level.My only gripe so far are the mentions of "Airlocks"(selling reasons?)and your ability pat yourself on the back too much?Is that really important to "Getting the needed information out to who might need it"?Again,nothing personal,I am enjoying your book.As Always being honest. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrianSGermain 1 #16 May 5, 2004 I that particular chapter, I tried to objectively tell the story of the evolution of the parachute. One step in that process is airlocks. I do continue to believe in this design, but tried to remain factual and neutral in my representations and descriptions. That was a really hard thing to do, considering I believe so firmly in the safety implications. It's hard to keep my mouth shut when safety is on the line.Instructional Videos:www.AdventureWisdom.com Keynote Speaking:www.TranscendingFEAR.com Canopies and Courses:www.BIGAIRSPORTZ.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xaosrules 0 #17 May 5, 2004 Brian - where can we get the book. Can't find it om Your homepage. We would like some copies in Norway too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hookitt 0 #18 May 5, 2004 I know that Gravity Gear carries the book. It's not listed on the site so just send an inquiring email.My grammar sometimes resembles that of magnetic refrigerator poetry... Ghetto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrianSGermain 1 #19 May 5, 2004 You can find ordering information on the site now. Sorry for the delay. BriInstructional Videos:www.AdventureWisdom.com Keynote Speaking:www.TranscendingFEAR.com Canopies and Courses:www.BIGAIRSPORTZ.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCR10480 0 #20 May 6, 2004 Fantastic! Simply fantastic! I haven't been able to put it down. So much information, in a very easy to read format. Can't wait to attend a seminar! Thank you Brian! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deurich2003 0 #21 May 7, 2004 Great information. Can't wait to try the max speed rear riser barrel rolls. The skydiving world needed something like this and now we have it. Now for the critisizm... A bit hokey from the ying/yang, good force/bad force, west religion kinda thing. The content is excellent however the delivery could be a lot more refined (IMHO). I don't like to read the first paragraph of anything a find grammer/spelling mistakes. The product could be easily polished with thorough editing. Why not take this extra time with something that reflects so much time and effort already. Brain, thanks for the information and knowledge. Keep it up. Never Give up! Never Surrender! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrianSGermain 1 #22 May 7, 2004 Actually, the second printing is the fully edited version. I knew there were still some errors this time, but I felt the need to get it out there as quickly as possible. We also redrew the diagrams properly. As for the philosophical stuff, think of it as broccolli: it's good for you...Instructional Videos:www.AdventureWisdom.com Keynote Speaking:www.TranscendingFEAR.com Canopies and Courses:www.BIGAIRSPORTZ.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skynole 0 #23 May 7, 2004 QuoteI don't like to read the first paragraph of anything a find grammer/spelling mistakes...... Brain, thanks for the information and knowledge. Keep it up. Sorry dude, couldn't resist.... Maybe a Freudian slip though, and I won't take offense Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MuffDiver 0 #24 May 7, 2004 Now thats funy __________________________________________________ Don't take life too seriously. You'll never get out alive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ManBird 0 #25 May 7, 2004 QuoteQuoteI don't like to read the first paragraph of anything a find grammer/spelling mistakes...... Brain, thanks for the information and knowledge. Keep it up. Sorry dude, couldn't resist.... You forgot... QuoteNow for the critisizm..."¯"`-._.-¯) ManBird (¯-._.-´"¯" Click Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
