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I am working on getting some details fer ya, thanks. It is a chute used by an aerobatic pilot.

Friend wonders if there is a formula or online calculator to figure the value of a parachute; it a sit-on for pilots. Thanks

Hey no worries there, not with my memory! Seriously, thanks for any assistance, all. Will report back.

In case anyone has the same questions, this video from Vandalia, IL answers what I was asking: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Q6QITSKIE4

Anyone know of online sources of static line videos? Thanks!

I know where you are coming from, that is very respectful of you towards my instructor, and has the potential to save me problems if I were to erroneously mistake your experiences as advice on what I should do when I get there. It does however, leave a poster completely in the dark about what to expect. That is all I am asking for, and all I would do with any offered info is bank it as "what others have experienced". Wish there was a way around this dilemma. A DZ.com poster like me will end up asking those they know who have done this before, for their experience. I could ask the teenager who did it last year about these details. Somehow I think the combined knowledge of the many here, who do it regularily would provide better information. The other advantage of hearing answers on this forum is a) hearing a range of answers is useful to get a scope where 'normal' might lie. b) if there are universally accepted practices - I could start getting them now rather than using only short-term memory on the day of the jump. Maybe I should put the questions as a poll on member's experiences? OK lets try this question. If one fails to flare at all (ie person freezes up or physically unable as in unconscious etc), what might they typically expect? Broken bones, or just a strained ankle?! Just trying to learn the unflared descent rate and impact forces. I promise not to use any answers to modify any of my bonafide training, I and my heirs absolve any responders of all legal liability! ;)

Here's one issue I have mininightmares about: We are on radio with him. I have seen the operation in action and he talks via handheld to the newbie, descending parachutists. I remember him shouting LEFT as in pull the left (toggle? rope?). Then PULL BOTH or something like that to flare at the landing. Here is my dilemma and I am sure I will hash it out with him beforehand.... He never says a) How Fast to pull I could snap it down quick, or leisurely, or something in between? b) if you should pull all the way down or what. I could pull to my shoulder, my elbow, my waist - which? Thanks!

I am planning on my first static line jumps and wondered if anyone has any tips. I have only done one tandem, ever. Thanks

Thanks, Which would be best for subjects such as: training, technique, safety tips?

What skydiving magazines are out there for this sport, one geared to newbs is better for me. Thanks!

I wrote him, will let you know. Thanks

you are right probably - from an extreme, legal standpoint - but I seriously doubt in all practicality this guy from Russia or wherever it is gives a cat turd if others post it, come on! There was no note saying anything about copyright or 'do not repost' anywhere. In fact, there was a big DOWNLOAD button making it available not just to stream, but to put on your harddrive. I think he wants everyone to see it!

where is our movie guru? Dave. I uploaded a movie of a guy flying around a wingsuit with rockets on his ankles. Did you get it? I can't see it on your site. Maybe it was rejected?? Thanks

Thanks! Thanks for hosting it, Thanks for working on it. Sure miss it when its gone!

haven't been able to log into the website for days, is our webmaster here?