thrillseek 0 #1 June 20, 2002 ...stupid, ignorant question, but how many jumps do you need to jump a wingsuit??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ernokaikkonen 0 #2 June 20, 2002 >...stupid, ignorant question, but how many jumps do you need to jump a >wingsuit???There are no stupid qustions, only stupid peopleThese figures apply in Finland:-250 jumps if you a briefed by a qualified wingsuit-instructor-if you have a D-license (500 jumps in Finland), you don't _have_to_ get any instruction, but it would be the smart thing to do...BirdMan Inc website seems to recommed 500 jumps minimum AND getting instruction.Erno Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
verticalflyer 11 #3 June 20, 2002 How long is a piece of string, different countries have different policies and were there is no policy it is dependant on individual jumpers experience, currency and overall ability. With the number of recent post from people looking at buying Skyflyers as a first wingsuit the number of jumps and currency is likely to be very important.The traditional guideline from Birdman was 500 on your own after reading the manual and fewer if taken up by a BMi however if Jari is about he may clarify this.But to be honest it all depends on ability, it like asking how many jumps to sit or head or 4way or CRW.CheersFraser Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jussi 0 #4 June 21, 2002 We wingsuit instructors in Finland tend to think that no matter how many jumps have (250/500/5000etc), that you have at least 30 jumps during the last couple of months.In Birdman jumps, you have to be current.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thrillseek 0 #5 June 21, 2002 hmm. maybe i'll see what the deal is @ WFFC. The time in freefall is what excites me most about skydiving, and it seems like this is the way to enjoy it fully. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 3 #6 June 21, 2002 I don't have any problem training a very-current 200 jump wonder, but would have to skydive with that person without the suit to see whether or not he is a flailer first. Anyone who is current with 500 jumps or more can pretty much handle it with just a ground class. ChuckBM-IAre you a Monkey or a Flunky? HERE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thrillseek 0 #7 June 25, 2002 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SkymonkeyONE 3 #8 June 25, 2002 In general terms, considering your description of what you normally do, you would probably be fine. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites thrillseek 0 #9 June 26, 2002 are you going to be at WFFC so we can talk about it and maybe make a jump together? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SkymonkeyONE 3 #10 June 26, 2002 Yes, I will be at WFFC barring any unforeseen circumstances. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bodypilot90 0 #11 July 5, 2002 I heard it was 500 jumps for a birdman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SimonFreeFly 0 #12 July 5, 2002 For all your question watch the BirdMan Site http://www.bird-man.com/faq.htm Blue Skies Simon 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
SkymonkeyONE 3 #8 June 25, 2002 In general terms, considering your description of what you normally do, you would probably be fine. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thrillseek 0 #9 June 26, 2002 are you going to be at WFFC so we can talk about it and maybe make a jump together? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 3 #10 June 26, 2002 Yes, I will be at WFFC barring any unforeseen circumstances. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot90 0 #11 July 5, 2002 I heard it was 500 jumps for a birdman Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SimonFreeFly 0 #12 July 5, 2002 For all your question watch the BirdMan Site http://www.bird-man.com/faq.htm Blue Skies Simon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
