DaMan 0 #2 November 25, 2003 ...with a coach Z-Flock 8 Discotec Rodriguez Too bad weapons grade stupidity doesn't lead to sterility. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OzoneJunkie 0 #3 November 25, 2003 Ok, to salvage this somewhat meaningless post, and still stay on topic :P Do more solo jumps. I often see people looking to get on group freefly jumps, that don't spend near enough time on solos. Solo jumps are where you should work on new tricks/moves. When you are comfortable with a new move, then try it in proximity of another person. And do this on a 2way, not an Nway. Also, besides the importance of doing solos (which I simply can't stress enough) - do some solo jumps with your eyes closed. Taking away one frame of reference (visual) will enhance your other frames. In this case, the strongest most likely being the relative wind. As an addition to this, you can try doing single moves with your eyes closed. Get a visual frame of ref. - a spot on the ground/horizon. Close your eyes. Do the move. Open your eyes and check your ref. Stayed on heading? Really, you can learn a lot from solos. Having another person as frame of reference is not as critical as you might think. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunnydee123 0 #4 November 25, 2003 I'm an advocate for solo jumps as well....was kinda pissy at first when someone told me I needed to do them, then LOVED the freedom to just get out there and flail around, without having to worrying about kicking someone in the privates ........so once you think you have a move down - then try it out with a pal or two....Good stuff Dreams become reality, one choice at a time... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ianmdrennan 2 #5 November 25, 2003 If you ask me ccowden needs a good kick in the privates Blue skies IanPerformance Designs Factory Team Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunnydee123 0 #6 November 25, 2003 yeah well he's a slacker so maybe we can tag team him at the Pink Mafia gathering in Zhills in January....you game....come on, come on...all the cool kids are doing it! Dreams become reality, one choice at a time... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ianmdrennan 2 #7 November 25, 2003 January may be a tough one. My wife and I are moving to Atlanta in the beginning of January so moola may be a little short. If we can make it we'll be there. Blue skies IanPerformance Designs Factory Team Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WayneRATS 0 #8 November 26, 2003 isn't it dangerous to close your eyes when your in freefall? i'd want to be keeping an eye out as to where i am and what height i'm at ....------------------------ Can You Ere Me Now? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ianmdrennan 2 #9 November 26, 2003 Getting a student to close their eyes is a great way to help them "feel" the air. It is not recommended for extended durations, but rather short bursts. Before each time the jumper should check altitude and position to ensure that it is safe to do this. Blue skies IanPerformance Designs Factory Team Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OzoneJunkie 0 #10 November 26, 2003 Quoteisn't it dangerous to close your eyes when your in freefall? i'd want to be keeping an eye out as to where i am and what height i'm at .... To be honest, I hate having to qualify tips/ideas/etc. with the obvious safety considerations. As far as what height you're at - use an audible or 2, learn to build internal timing, and don't close your eyes thru pull time :P . The point is, be safe. I've done plenty of whole dives with my eyes closed, until 5K or so. THink about it - when you're head down - are you looking at the ground seeing "where you are"? EDIT: besides, there's nothing wrong with opening your eyes during the exercise - it's not "cheating". The point is to do certain things with your eyes closed - be that for 40 seconds, or 2 seconds. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WayneRATS 0 #11 November 27, 2003 sorry i tend to look down quite a bit.. which i know is a no no... just can't bring myself to not look where i'm going heh------------------------ Can You Ere Me Now? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
