Vertifly

PLLLLLLLEEEEEEAAAAAASSSSEEEEEE!!!!!!!! Let's face it, the one I have below is kinda cool. But I like this one too: "Everything comes to him who hustles while he waits." - Thomas Edison

Advice... Go for the dollars AND something you enjoy. When I say enjoy, I mean truly enjoy. You should love it so much that you know you'll be an expert in it. I got into Information Systems about 10 years ago. Dollars are great! Atmosphere is my worst nightmare. Computer systems and I do NOT get along well - there isn't much dialogue - and that is what I'm all about. Think long and hard about your inner passion and take it from there.

Thanks Tigra and VanillaSkyGirl for all the help. I actually found out the name of the company. It's "ZOOMER" and they are in Brazil. They make a good quality suit and I am going to look into them further. I'll post again here if anything comes up. Vertifly

Welcome. Keep going!, you haven't seen anything yet!

I have a general rule that is condusive to my skill level and my gear (canopy size and performance type). The rule is a simple HARD NUMBER that I will never go past. Right now it is 20mph on the ground. When I was flying my Spectre, it was actually 25. I felt that the canopy was versatile enough to get me to the ground safely under those conditions. Anything more probably would have made me land backward anyway. Since then, I have downsized quite a bit. I don't trust my eliptical canopy at 109sqr ft in 25mph winds. It is just too twitchy. 20mph is a safe number for its type and size considering my skill level and wing-loading. Having a hard number set is a good idea for me. Because I make the decision and set the limit while not being under any pressure to jump - on the ground and on a calm day. That way, when the time comes, there isn't any apprehension about what I am doing. I am a strong believer in that "Fear" brings your worst nightmare into reality.

I am officially a wing suit flyer. Clark Hung and I did a jump on Friday evening that soared us through the sky. The visuals while passing the cloud level (in the distance) was awesome!!! And despite forgetting to turn around and track back toward the DZ...we made it back downwind. The wing suit that I flew in was a demo Birdman. It fits a little snug, but maybe they are suppose to. Not sure. The suit has about 30 jumps on it already and I am considering making an offer for it. Anyone have an idea of what they think is a fair price?

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I don't think that it is "SAFER". This is like comparing apples and oranges. If you forget to fill your gas tank in a car, you can just pull over. When were you in a car and had to drive through a forest because you ran out of road? ...And I don't check my breaks, my steerability, look at my headlights, or where to drive in case I run out of road. Should I?...On most of these, probably not everytime anyway - On some, never. Everytime I bring my rig(s) to the DZ, I check certain things. Evertime I put a rig on my back, I check certain things. Everytime I climb into a plane, I check certain things. And when I jump out. And when my parachute is open. And when I pack. While both are inherently dangerous, it is possible that the planet, which is coming at you at about 120mph, is less avoidable than another car. Which, in this case, demands more attention than a seat-belt (or whatever), break checks, etc. my 2-cents

Brian, Come see me next time you're at the DZ... I must bust your chops for not knowing who DB is. ...Or, Am I actually just dating myself. LOL

I'm not sure really. Something tells me "no". These suits ARE really nice. I would have to say that his was definitely more plain. It really looked like an old Michegan Suite. Two colors total: with each section being an alternating color. Grey shins, White thighs, Grey tummy, White chest, Gey upper arm, White lower arm. I couldn't see Kurupee doing this. It appears like they specialize in extravagance - which I like also.

no silly. he's Brazilian. ...but I guess it is possible that he meant that he was from Indiana. Judging from his complection and accent, I'd say that he was from the other continent. Besides, people from Indiana don't smile that much.

Jealous.

I don't see any freefly suits on their site. That's weird. The one I saw was definitely a well made freefly suit. A Brazilian friend of mine was wearing it. He said they were in Brazil. Judging from the lack of cater to freefly on the site and the different location, I am beginning to have my doubts that this is it. More research necessary. Thanks guys.

I remember her saying that she was going to be at Crosskeys until yesterday. We were suppose to do some jumps but the weather was crappy. She's probably on her way to the next tour location. Perhaps she will grace us with a post or two tonight.

THANKS Rosa!!! You rock!

Cool. I hear it is going to be REALLY windy tomorrow. Maybe I'll get lucky.

That may not help the global population. The only way to get something done about this is to appeal the FAA and ask for a written statement that allows rigs as carry-ons nationally. A statement regarding the Cypress may not hurt either. The funny thing is that the security guard I came face-to-face with was not concerned about the Cypress being an explosive. He actually thought that I was going to jump. My next suggestion to him was going to be disconnecting my main. But I just thought, 'fuck it, this guy is a Lemming to begin with'.

Quade, I am not bitching. Did you read the post? It isn't the "airline", it is the "airport". LOL David

Hey, just an FYI to everyone carrying rigs through airports. YES, the airlines have their policies about letting you on and off of the aircraft during flights. However, believe me, in many cases these policies WILL NOT MATTER. It truly depends on the airport you are flying through. The thing is that the airlines themselves do not contract airport security. The FAA and the Department of Transportation Inspector General does. How do I know this? Well, on my way back from Jacksonville, FL, this past spring, the airline company (I think it was either United Airlines or US Air) did not have a problem letting me go past checkin with the container over my shoulders. They even checked the database and found that THEY HAD TO LET ME THROUGH. After walking upstairs, I had a problem getting through security at the gate. The head security guard was quite adamant about NOT letting me past the security checkpoint. I remember him asking me, "Why would I need to carry my parachute on the airplane?" (all while he threw his right hip in my direction because it had the gun on it). LOL After a short arguement about the physics of jumping from a plane from 30,000 feet at 400 knots - And explaining that the reason why I wanted to go on the plane with the parachute was that it costs more than I make in a month (ok, not quite)... I found myself walking back to the checkin desk, paying for a $20.00 box to secure it in, and paying an extra $50 in insurance. The security guard manager dude did not care about the airline policy. If you plan on using it as a carry, do your homework and call ahead to the airport. Print the policies in writing and bring them with you. Have them fax you the security policy at the airport.

According to the MC-locals, they weren't going to Lost Prairie this year. ..but they've been working on my rig for a month now. Not that I am complaining; that is actually very quick for a full rebuild.

Has anyone ever heard of a freefly suit maker in Brazil called "Zoom" or something like that. They kinda look like a standard Michegan Suit, but the material seemed heavier. I think it was "Zoom" but it may be "Zoot". Thanks ahead to anyone who can help with info.

I had to bump this message up from a few weeks ago. The VOODOO that I had upgraded just arrived at my house. One word: WOW!!!!!!! This endorsement goes out to Sandy and Brenda at RIGGING INNOVATIONS. They rock. The company totally went out of their way for me to get a practically brand new container. I mean, this thing is mint and custom all the way. The only thing that was not changed on it was the harness...Which doesn't need changing anyway. It is basically a Voodoo 2.0. They customized all the colors for me and even changed the harness to be a competition type for only a few extra dollars. The reserve and cutaway handles are new also. Amazing. Attached is a drawing of what it used to look like and what it looks like now!!!! The white and blue one is the new colors and, believe me, the rig looks exactly the same in real life. ps. If anyone wants to use these drawings to design the colors on their own VOODOO 2.0, Feel free. Be well. David and Enjoy!!!

I gotta agree with miss(es) bella-shani on this one. Learn to fly your body first. A suit will tend to confuse a flyer at first. Eventually, you'll be able to fly in anything. For now, don't worry about getting too baggy or worrying about what type of suit.

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That is interesting. I always thought that it would be a hell of a lot heavier than that. Makes you wonder about pulling it back down if you have a pilor chute in tow. hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm