DrRead

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  1. No complaints here. The locals at this DZ are top class. The people here make the DZ. It may only be a 182 DZ but you forget about that quickly as you take in some of the best views of any Canadian DZ. Location is 5 minutes from downtown Salmon Arm and the landing area is large and grassy. I will make every attempt to travel the 9 hour drive again next year! A+
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    Zulu

    Downsized from a Pilot 150 (1.23WL) to a Zulu 132 (1.4WL). It has some similar characteristics to the Pilot but still quite a different beast. Very snappy. I find the recovery arc is fairly quick. Responsive toggle inputs. I like how quick and on-heading the openings are. I have about 30 wingsuit jumps on it and have only had 2-3 off heading openings. I wouldn't load it much more than 1.4 in a Wingsuit. There are no surprises with this canopy, I feel as though it does exactly what I ask of it.
  3. Was here for the boogie so that's all I can write about. Landing area was huge. Super fun vibe here with lots of coaching (boogie). Nice lake close by for some swimming. Parties were great and aircraft were awesome!
  4. I came here on vacation and did 4 jumps. I didn't stay long enough to get to know many people but everyone seemed very nice. I can see potential to progress should one utilize this facility as their home DZ. Lots of wingsuiters which was good to see. World class talent here also. Well organized so lots of loads in a day is possible as long as the weather holds up. A bit of a drive from Seattle but worth it!
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    Skydive Snohomish

    I came from Canada and did a few jumps here. Nice place, good people, professional, and polite. I really had no complaints until I landed in the designated field for B License
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    WS Exit

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    Icon NeXgen

    Custom ordered mine. Came exactly as I wanted it. Perfect fit and finish. Ballistic material is awesome, kinda sucks it wasn't available in more colours. I've got about 120 jumps on mine with zero issues. Make sure you get the magnetic riser covers, they rock. Highly recommended!
  8. Can't really say anything bad about this DZ. Lyal is a very helpful dude. Good aircraft. Very organized here, safety is key. Kind of a belly DZ but thats just fine.
  9. Had a super fun time and will return. Nice landing area. Caravan aircraft was pretty nice. A cool younger crowd of people. Decent scenery. Packing area is basically a large tent and works just fine unless it gets hot out. I recommend!
  10. People were friendly, possible to get lots of loads in here. Good aircraft. Very professional. Good rental gear. Had a great time!
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    Skydive Three Forks

    Really nice guys here. Obbi was a super cool dude. Invited us out after for beers and had a great time. Packing area was on grass but no biggy. I recommend if you're in the area for a weekend.
  12. Took a wingsuit course here with Kenn and was very good. People were friendly, possible to get lots of loads in here. Packing area is a little rough and dirty, because of debris getting dragged in from sand/dirt landing areas. Minor detail in comparison to everything else.
  13. Geoff really helped me get going here. Took a bit to get all set up being a visitor from Canada. Once we got sorted everything went quite smoothly. People seemed nice, good facilities and nice views. Rental gear was good too.
  14. I think this is a great DZ. If you are reading this and considering a tandem, the DZ is top class. Manifest does their absolute best to get fun jumpers on loads but tandems are priority. It has the ability to be even better from a fun jumper point of view. It would also be rad if camping/fires/parties at the DZ happened more often. All in all, a great DZ.
  15. Wednesdays and weekends are the best times to come (for a fun jumper). Get on lots of loads. Very professional. Safety is very important here. Super friendly staff also!