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I think the proposal was for 100 points on the water and then deductions depending on what zone you land in e.g. zone 5 would have a zero score and zone 4 will have a -10 score. I don't have the complete breakdown. Someone with the details? “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Thank you for taking the time to write the details. Nice work. Safe swoops “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Well done to all of you who participated in this quest of PDFT to ensure the growth of knowledge in our sport. Congratulations to the new members of PDFT. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

How about South Africa? “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

I did more than 700 jumps on Hurricanes of many sizes and the ones I jumped were very nice. Never chopped one. The wingloads were from 1.3 to 1.7. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

The chest strap moving up and choking you was improper adjustment on the harness. If this happens on a sport rig, the rig is too big or the leg staps are not tight enough. It does not have anything to do with the tightness of the chest strap as this just keeps the harness on your shoulders. Please discuss this with your instructors and keep jumping. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

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Hi all, We had our nationals over the weekend and had way to much fun. We were fortunate enough to be in the presence of some greatness in the form of Ian Bobo and Michael Vaughan for the week. Michael also competed at the event and it was great to see him in action with his huge turns. We had a safe tournament with no major injuries. The pond looks and swoops great. I will try to get some photo's to post asap. We will post the official results when these are available. Safe swoops “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

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Could someone please send me the linetrim for a xaos 88. I have tried a search and been to the Precision website. There seems to be an error on the trim spec page as I am unable to download this. Thanks “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Hey Stu, can you be more specific as to what are big and small canopies? Thanks “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Nice. Looking forward to see you in South Africa. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

I don't know how relative this is but a 7 knot wind at sea level and 7 knots at 5000' amsl does not feel the same to me. It feels as if the wind blows much harder at 5000' amsl to reach the 7 knots. Is this just me? “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Dates: Friday the 13th June is the first day and Monday the 16th weatherday. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Landing takes some time to master. It will all depend on how much "feel" you have for flying a canopy. As for injuries, these are not common, even for a sprain. Having said that, you have accepted the risk of injury/death when you made your first skydive. The flare should be a smooth movement from top to bottom on most student canopies. Note that I say most and not all as there are many different designs of canopy. I see you have done 16 jumps. Over what period? 1 month, 3 months, 6 months? This could also have an effect on your performance as a student. Being very current will allow you to learn much faster than jumping once a month. Please talk to your local instructors as they will know you best. Good luck and welcome to skydiving. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Brendon, Beasley is out there at JSC. He would be more than willing to help you out. You are also welcome to come to PSC for some coaching. Rob Kruger, Rob Verner and myself are out there and would gladly spend some time with you. I'll be at PSC this weekend. C ya. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

PJ, We have a selection committee and will use nationals as reference. Hope to get all the swoopers there. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Hi Paul, We will be running the course from west to east ie no fence to deal with. There are also some alterations that will be made. Hope to see all here for a good time. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Hey Vaughanie, Venue : Pretoria Skydiving Club Date : 2008-06-14 08:00:00 To 2008-06-17. www.para.co.za. Hope some guys can join us. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

Hey Ian, Dates: : Thursday 19th November 2008 – Sunday 23rd November 2008 Opening ceremony 18th November 2008. Hope to see you all here. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

one tough skydiver. Her lower leg to the ankle was blue and looked very sore. My hat is off to this woman. “It takes ten years to get ten years’ experience” Eric "tonto" Stephenson D515 PASA

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