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  2. It sounds like your mind is already made up.

    but just in case:

    I use large bands and double wrap them.
    It's faster to pack that way which helps if you're making 8-10 jumps a day and packing for yourself.

    I also don't like the way the bottom lines of each stow can easily by pulled out or work their way out with out much tension on single wrap stows.

    This is because the bands make a V where they are attatched to the bag making it quite easy to have the lines closest to the bag slid out.

    I also use the standard small lines and an eliptcal canopy so I don't want an out of sequence opening.

    Just MHO.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  3. Quote

    How much is registration?
    How much is it to demo gear?




    Registration is free..... nothing .......nada!!!!

    Gear demos are free as well. Just show up and jump.

    I suggest that if you want to demo a particular rig or canopy that you go to the gear reps right away to let them know. They always get busier in the afternoon and evenings.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  4. When a "D" license holder is waived to jump with "self supervised students" (novices) is it a written waiver or just a verbal waiver from the S&TA?
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  5. I too would advise going to a Doctor.
    I've been dealing with ear problems on and off for most of my jumping career.

    I take Sudafed almost every day I jump. I've learned that it helps to take it a day or two leading up to a busy jump weekend so I get rid of any congestion I might have and then continue to take it while I'm jumping.

    I've never tried the neti-pot but I've heard it is amazing for anyone with sinus problems.

    I have gone to a doctor when I have an event coming up that I just can't afford to miss, such as a competition or world record attempt.
    At this time I explain what's going on and my concern and the Dr prescibes something that will take away any congestion and that always does the trick.

    There are ways to do this if you want it bad enough.

    Good luck and happy landings.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  6. quote ".... I don't stow my excess break lines, just prefer to leave them like that:) "

    I'm not a big fan of unstowed brake lines.

    Last year when in a hurry to pack I left mine unstowed, which I don't normally do. During opening my right brake line somehow did this weird knot around the riser and toggle. There was no way to get it undone

    I had to land with my left toggle and my right rear riser. Not fun.

    It took several minutes to untie the knot after the jump.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  7. Russ Lucas is bringing his big balloon.

    This is especially good because Russ is an experienced jumper and is on staff as a tandem instructor so he'll be there all weekend. Unlike some balloon pilots who look at the wind froecast and then decide to stay home.

    Russ rents one of the dz rooms and will be up bright and early to catch the sunrise (and the sunset).
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  14. Skydive Iowa is hosting it's annual Jumpstart Boogie May 9, 10 & 11.
    This is a great dz with nice vibes. Skydive Chicago is providing the Super Otter and there will be a 4 way meet for the NPSL with coaching by Robert Chromy of Deland.
    Also PD will be there with demos along with Mirage and the G4 and UPT Vector will be providing the Skyhook demos.
    This is a great boogie to start the season off in the Midwest.
    We hope to see you there.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  15. I have been coaching people for years (decades) and I have never charged a cent, not even my slot.
    But when I invest my time and money to help others learn I do expect something in return.

    I expect to see those people go up by themselves to work the drills I've taught them.

    If they don't go up and practice on their own, that tells me they don't really want to learn and they just want to have another body in the air so they don't get lonely.

    You'll never improve your skills if you don't go up and work them by youself.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  17. Is it just me or has this site been slow to navigate the last few days?

    I know sometimes the net is bogged down, but lately it seems that this site is slowing down.

    Any one else notice this????
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  19. And if the green starts to fill your goggles........... take a deep breath and go towards the bright light.

    Sorry..... couldn't resist.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  20. Beer seems to be the international currency of our sport. And the exchange rate is always one to one.

    On a more serious note: Try to remain humble when asking for help. Also the experienced jumpers are often busy working at the DZ.

    I always like to work with newer jumpers early in the morning before the DZ gets busy and late in the day when everyone else is already drinking beer. And I don't charge anything and pay my own slot. We have one guy who is always asking me to help him
    but he doesn't show up until about 10:30 and he's drinking beer by 5:00. As you have already figured out 10:30 to 5:00 is the busiest time for any DZ.
    This guy just doesn't get it.

    If you approach them in the right way there are always a couple of very good jumpers who will be willing to help you.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  21. OK, I'll bite.
    Is Nunya really your last name? Go ahead and say it.
    I'm ready for it.

    BTW: thanks for posting John's perspective. I remember all the confusion with PIA's way of measuring canopies. I also remember PD publishing that the 113 packed bigger than the 120s on the market. People should look at pack volumes and contact the rig manufacturer to know what rig will allow their canopy choices.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  22. I'd jump my reserve in any conditions I'd jump my main.



    John, I hope so.......do you really have a choice at that point?

    One thing I've noticed over the years, especially at boogies, is that often times the newer jumpers(100-300) keep jumping in winds that veteran jumpers don't.

    I like to think that we experienced jumpers are sitting on the ground witnessing younger jumpers become experienced.
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.

  • If your profile is correct and you have about 40 jumps, I would suggest something like the previous poster.

    It was only a couple of years ago that a jumper did something very similar. I don't remember all the facts but he didn't have the skills to safely dock on his mom while she was making her tandem but he got close.

    Upon opening the tandem parachute the son's body hit the tandem passenger (his mom) and she died.

    I totally understand the desire to be a part of your mom's experience in our sport but I would suggest you not be anywhere near them in free fall or under canopy.

    Ride in the plane, get out well before or after they do and be in the landing area to take some pictures, greet her, and welcome her to our sport.

    The simplest way to decide this is:

    Would you want someone else with 40 jumps in free fall with your mom????
    Be the canopy pilot you want that other guy to be.