PhoenixRising 0 #1 November 6, 2010 Hey Everyone, As you might have seen or heard. We completed the first 16 way vertical diamond this past summer at Jumptown in Massachusetts. It went great!!! Moving forward, We now have the next event scheduled. It will be a 25 way vertical diamond at Z-hills Jan 20-23 2011. This will be followed by a 36 way vertical diamond to be completed at Jumptown, MA July 2011. The culmination of this event is a 49- way vertical Diamond at Skydive Carolina in November 2011. We already have the aircraft secured and the event planning is well underway!! What we need is YOU!!!! These events are invitational only. Invitations have gone out for the 25 way, but we are always accepting alternates, and people to try out who want to be a part of history. If you think you can do it, or are interested contact one of the captains and we will get you the information needed. There are going to be vertical flying skills camps all over the US this winter and next summer. I have spoken with a few European flyers about holding camps and qualifying flyers also. So if you are interested, No matter where you are, please contact us. The captains so far: Justin Shorb Scott Callantine Scott Bland Ed Pawlowski We also have DSE holding camps and offering training. He can qualify you to get an invitation. Check out the photos and videos from the 16 way: http://skwrl.smugmug.com/Skydiving/Vertical-Challenge/13417689_uucHD#976349433_WcDzC http://scottyburns.smugmug.com/Sports/Wingsuiting/Jumptown-Vertical-Challenge/13849413_K9r5m#1015288978_AtBKj 25 way 3D video http://www.vimeo.com/16563621 Thanks and enjoy J-ShoWingsuit organizing, first flight courses and coaching Flock University Tonysuits Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 3 #2 November 6, 2010 Vertical Skills Camp/Event being held at Skydive Elsinore on November 19, 2010. C'mon out and fly, get qualified for the January event. Skydive Elsinore Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
piisfish 135 #3 November 7, 2010 unfortunately I can't make it, but looking forward to see the results, and try smaller ones over here in Switz. very inspirationalscissors beat paper, paper beat rock, rock beat wingsuit - KarlM Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Costyn 0 #4 November 8, 2010 Very cool! Can't make it in January, but maybe one of the events later in the year...Costyn van Dongen - http://www.flylikebrick.com/ - World Wide Wingsuit News Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhoenixRising 0 #5 November 8, 2010 This just in: Jarno cordia has joined the team as an organizer. He will be holding camps and qaulifying people in Europe. So any one over there wants to fly, get with Jarno. Robi also expressed interest in the vertical formations and plans to attend the 49 way next november. ( barring he passes Jarno's qualifier) J Wingsuit organizing, first flight courses and coaching Flock University Tonysuits Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 73 #6 November 8, 2010 Whats the hight limit for the formation? Or are am I mis-interpreting "vertically challenged"JC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperGirl 0 #7 November 8, 2010 Really really excited for all these upcoming vertical events. This summer's 16-way vertical was definitely one of my favorite events of all time. Very much looking forward to the upcoming 25-, 36- and 49-ways. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butters 0 #8 November 8, 2010 I wish I could attend these events ... at wingsuiting is progressing and I get to see all the pretty pictures!"That looks dangerous." Leopold Stotch Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperGirl 0 #9 November 8, 2010 so... do it! come! attend!! take a day off, call in sick or something. it's way worth it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 3 #10 November 8, 2010 Chicago to LAX or Long Beach is cheep. Same with Midway to Orange County. We'll come pick you up, and the bunkhouse here is pretty nice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhoenixRising 0 #11 December 13, 2010 A little update. We have the team and it is a nice lineup. Cannot wait to see what comes in January. JustinWingsuit organizing, first flight courses and coaching Flock University Tonysuits Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Basjkall 0 #12 December 14, 2010 Are you guys horizontally disabled ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skwrl 56 #13 December 14, 2010 QuoteAre you guys horizontally disabled ? Have you seen those guys lately? They have plenty of horizontal.Skwrl Productions - Wingsuit Photography Northeast Bird School - Chief Logistics Guy and Video Dork Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Basjkall 0 #14 December 14, 2010 You mean the Bent Leg Mafia? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #15 January 8, 2011 So who is going to Z-Hills for the 25 way?... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
notsane 0 #16 January 17, 2011 I'm posting this message from TK in case anyone missed it. I'd also like to add that the Nylon City packers do a great job and can help keep you in the air. I use them myself ... from TK ... Just wanted to say hi to everyone and help you get things sorted out ahead of time for this weekend. If you have not been to Z-Hills in the past 6 months, we have a new waiver (attached) and would ask that you fill it out and bring it with you. You can also scan and email or fax it to us ahead of time as we can update your records prior to your arrival. Bring your reserve card and USPA/equivalent memberships when you check in , [email protected] or fax 813-783-2171. We have lots of jumps organized and have two Twin Otters, a Skyvan and Super Caravan onsite, looking forward to seeing your jumps. The new Sunset Bar in the Bird House is awesome and with the projection system, you can play your videos on the big screen almost instantly. So bring your USB drives and we can upload the stuff to our server. Hope to see you here and let me know if you have any questions and need anything, David TK Hayes President/General Manager Skydive City Inc. 800-888-JUMP www.skydivecity.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhoenixRising 0 #17 January 25, 2011 Pictures: http://skwrl.smugmug.com/Skydiving/Flock-U-Vertical-Challenge/15575932_rNDaU#1167006942_a8s4H A great weekend. Tough weather and challenging. But a great accomplishment!!! Congrats everyone JustinWingsuit organizing, first flight courses and coaching Flock University Tonysuits Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skwrl 56 #18 January 25, 2011 It was a lot of fun and great to see a bunch of people that I haven't seen in a while (and to meet some new folks as well). We bashed together a video for the bar Saturday night. That video is available on WWN, that's a teaser of the video to come - we didn't get the formation really together until Sunday. Stay tuned for that and for Scotty's pics!Skwrl Productions - Wingsuit Photography Northeast Bird School - Chief Logistics Guy and Video Dork Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #19 January 25, 2011 QuotePictures: http://skwrl.smugmug.com/Skydiving/Flock-U-Vertical-Challenge/15575932_rNDaU#1167006942_a8s4H A great weekend. Tough weather and challenging. But a great accomplishment!!! Congrats everyone Justin I sure thought it was challenging! I clearly needed to eat more donuts!... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sdctlc 0 #20 January 25, 2011 QuoteQuotePictures: http://skwrl.smugmug.com/Skydiving/Flock-U-Vertical-Challenge/15575932_rNDaU#1167006942_a8s4H A great weekend. Tough weather and challenging. But a great accomplishment!!! Congrats everyone Justin I sure thought it was challenging! I clearly needed to eat more donuts! Here is an idea, Have Tony convert your suit to have zippers for over the shoulder and down the body root. You can then get the benefit of the drive the tail gives but can zip on a smaller wing. A true convertible Wingsuit! Just be sure to put the matched pair of wings on. Scott"He who Hesitates Shall Inherit the Earth!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
repcool 2 #21 January 25, 2011 Thanks for the good times, rewarding flocking and great team spirit! I am looking forward to the next excuse to get this group of folks together! Simon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sam_Adams 0 #22 January 26, 2011 Thanks to everyone who joined on this!!! it was a great accomplishment anyhow and even more impressive considering what was thrown at the team (weather etc.) a highly professional organized event where safety was always priority number one and participants were qualified with care. ah yes and the party was awesome too let´s do it again soon!! tim You see things; and you say, 'Why?' But I dream things that never were; and I say, "Why not?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Butters 0 #23 January 26, 2011 Been checking out the pictures and videos ... two thumbs up to everyone involved! "That looks dangerous." Leopold Stotch Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alx72 0 #24 January 26, 2011 Thanks also from my side to everyone involved. It was a fun, respectful and safe event, more than worth the trip. Great team who stuck to it and accomplished a lot in little time, despite several challenges. Hope to be able to bag the big one this year! Alex Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 1,623 #25 January 26, 2011 QuoteQuoteQuotePictures: http://skwrl.smugmug.com/Skydiving/Flock-U-Vertical-Challenge/15575932_rNDaU#1167006942_a8s4H A great weekend. Tough weather and challenging. But a great accomplishment!!! Congrats everyone Justin I sure thought it was challenging! I clearly needed to eat more donuts! Here is an idea, Have Tony convert your suit to have zippers for over the shoulder and down the body root. You can then get the benefit of the drive the tail gives but can zip on a smaller wing. A true convertible Wingsuit! Just be sure to put the matched pair of wings on. Scott Great idea, Scott. It was a fun event despite the curve the weather threw at us. The organizing team did a great job. No injuries, no close calls, safety a priority. Thanks very much.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
