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mmm yes, is a bit far huh! I have a connection with British Airways maybe we could organise at quick hop n pop as they fly over? "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

Notta problem!! Beers are on me at my DZ this weekend....can we expect u? "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

WOW!!!!!!!! I jumped the Bell Jet Ranger 3 or is it Jet Bell Ranger this weekend? What an awesome experience! I definately wanna do that again "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

QuoteIf you're doing solo jump - just stick to Porter! Our old porter LJY is flying there now....she is a real babe!!

I am a single mother of a five year old, she comes to our DZ every weekend, our kids (Tonto's, mine, Chris's and any others) have a wonderful time running around, playing. I would never consider leaving her at home... what and miss the opportunity of the sun and wind on their faces as opposed to growing up at the age of 11, make up, shopping malls...no thanks!! I'd rather take my chances at the DZ. Yeah sure the guys get wild and out of hand, but most of the kids are in bed by the time the sun has sunk...exhausted from playing. I have quiet honestly never seen a bored kid at the DZ! The older kids and other jumpers watch out for your kids while you are in the sky, we all help each other out! As Tonto said, we are an extended family, and I want my daughter part of what I love almost as much as her! If I were ever hurt, I know my daughter is in safe hands, were friends will explain to her in a non dramtic way what happened. I have never seen our kids run onto the DZ, unlike some other adults I know! Anyway just my opinion! Blue skies

I agree that owning an RSL or AAD should not prevent us from following our Malfunction Drill. ALWAYS finish your drill...when I had my first mal (Line Over) on student canopy, I cut away and pulled silver, the fact that I had both an AAD and RSL on my rig never even entered my mind. However... a very good friend of mine who had a mal before had another and she only pulled silver approx 100ft AGL... the result we know. This made me reaccess my position...what could possibly have happened to stop her from pulling silver...a debate for the incident forum but it made me re-think my position! I also have a little one on the ground who would not be happy with her ma if something happened. Thanks for your uinput guys!!! It is sooo good to hear both arguments. That way I can make an informed decision!! Blue skies to you all "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

Thanks guys!!!! Most informative!! As for the AAD fund.... collections will start this weekend I wish you all Blue Skies... be safe! "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

I see so basically the Skyhook not only "pulls" the reserve out quicker it also releases the other riser in case he one riser breaks? The Stephens / Collins Lanyard...from what I understand this also releases the other riser in the case the RSL riser snaps but doesnt assist with pulling the reserve out. **sori guys i hope i made the above clear? ** "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

Skyhook, can you explain this to me? "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

Yes, I absolutely agree, both systems are not fail safe and should never be relied on! However as I understand it, there RSL can be detached (fixed on student canopies) should there be a spinning mal. Ideally I would love an AAD, maybe I should start a fund for my AAD. But in the interim an RSL will have to do. The reason for me posting my decision is because it is such a huge debate and would like to know the views of others with more experince than me Thanks for the input!! Safe skydives and blue skies mate "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

After some serious thought, I have decided to put an RSL on my rig, I am in "intermidiate jumper" ...more like a baby skydiver and currently cant afford an AAD. While I believe I have made the right decision for my experience level, I would like to hear your views.... blue ones

Thyanks guys....gonna go have some fun this weekend!!! Take it easy Blue skies to you all "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

there were two of us jumping from a porter 11000 ft AGL, my mate Deon falls like a homesick anvil , so I was kinda all over the place! Apparently my face was priceless! It was heaps of fun and I am looking forward to trying it again! Thanks fvr the input guys!!! Blue Skies and Thermal Underware **its bloody freezing up there** "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball

Hi Guys, I tried the above for the first time and would appreciate any advice on how to make it work betta! "Most of us can read the writing on the wall; we just assume it's addressed to someone else!" Ivern Ball