Rainbo

Same boat as Wendy but not that I am too old, others plead with me to not subject them to such an unforgettable sight, I believe the term eye bleach has been used... Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

I'd love to join you next time... Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

Let's get this straight ok. My boy called himself Gomei (Go-may), we called him Gomie (Go-me). Forever he would tell everyone that he was Rishard Gomez but he really was Richard Gomez. Such was our friends joyful take on life, in Name and everything, one more person tries to correct me and I'm taking my nice guy hat off. Maura is exempt on that... Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

So it's been just over a week now so I guess it's time to say goodbye in this community too. Friend of over 30 years and an all round good and fun guy. To say that they don't make guys of his character anymore would not be an understatement. Till we meet again my skydiving, partying, fun loving Freak Brother. BSBD Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

^What he said^ Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

go ahead, tease me... Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

So as some friends know, a buddy and I have been leasing space that we have been using to work on our motorcycles as well as refurbishing some sweet classic Triumphs. Well today we took a big step and closed on the purchase of that building as the first step in starting our own business called "The Kings Cycle Experience" in Kings, Illinois. There is a road ahead to finish getting things together and making it work, but I think we can make it happen. Somewhere in the future I will not be working for the man anymore but will be my own boss, it's been a long time getting to this point but I am super excited right now that we are getting so close. Wish us luck and if your in the area stop by to see us and what we are putting together. Also if your into bikes remember, repair, refurbish, or restore, let us help make your dream bike become a reality... Oh yeah, only 10 minutes from the DZ, can you say lunch jumps! Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

Most people who seek out the premium beers have the sense to go find a pillow when they've had too many, not a chainsaw and a tiki torch. Chainsaws and Tiki torches aren't worth getting out until ya got a good buzz going... Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

Damn, why do I live in Illinois?!!!???!!! Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

Pic of sister? Pic of mom... Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

Means drinks with Lew and Cheryl, guess that means we'll skydive tomorrow ;-) Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

yep... Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

I thought I was the only person that thought this... I get that it's a distraction, but as cautious as I am this is one thing that I actually enjoy. I would never do this on jumprun or bother an instructor or their student when they're working, but before jumprun and done lightly (i.e. not doing it to someone who's checking their gear or being insistent about it) it's cool just to relax and wish people a good jump. Then again I don't get on the plane not ready to jump, and I alternate between getting the altitude picture and checking my straps, routing, 3 rings, handles, RSL etc. continuously. I also don't take off my helmet (personal choice because I wear glasses with a full face and don't want to have to bail without being able to put my helmet and glasses on in time if I ever had to) so I guess I never really thought of this as worth considering as a dangerous distraction. If you start out safe before you get on the plane and don't do silly things like stop spotting or gear checking to do it I still think it's a cool gesture before a jump. I guess that first part isn't always true unfortunately. You think this is a distraction...Wait until I grab ya and give ya a big wet kiss before you climb out Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

Beer out my nose man.... Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."

I've got to call BS here, sir. I only reply to this because it's a topic that I cover with students frequently. I reject this train of thought and demand proper flight planning. Landing out is not an emergency - it is a result of either poor planning or poor execution. Every off landing that I have personally made, witnessed, or heard about has been preventable. This of course, excludes true emergencies such as a bail out or cut away. If we dissect the chain of events, as you have, the mistakes become evident. IMO - No emergency, just a failure to perform as required. D Well to bad we can't all be perfect like some people. I believe that dave was pointing out the legal aspect of the possible encounter. I missed the airport once getting out around 100 of 120 people on the aircraft. I guess it was my bad planning on actually getting out that made me miss... Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting."