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Good to see you're still at it Jerry!

Good information.

Not all SAC reserve canopies had mesh treated with process chemicals containing acid. Some did, some did not. This was determined with using the bromo alkali test and pull test using a scale with special vise clamps designed for the test. I find it hard to believe that the (older) rigger did not use the above test as recommended by the manufacturer prior to ripping it from skirt to apex first with his/her bare hands. Or did you leave that part out? BJ Alexander (old rigger)

If I'm not mistaking... This issue started with the SAC (Security Aero Conical) reserve in the 80's and then prompted an AD for other canopies as well like the National Phantom reserve series. I owned and Bromo/pull tested quite a few of both brands and found non to have acid mesh.

I am selling a brand new vector3, pilot188 zpx, smart 175, m2 aad. All components are new and have 0 jumps on them. I am a Master rigger and just assembled and pack the rig last week. You can see my ad for the rig under "complete systems" in the for sale ads. I just tore the rotator cuff in my shoulder so won't be jumping any time soon.

Yes Pat was a great guy and was on a lot of our CRW record training Jumps. Thanks for all the pics and video Pat!

Thank you Ted for what you've done.

James, thank you for driving the bus on this. Keep it going.

Having the competition isn't the easy part. How would you know this? We learn more by having competitions not just talking about them. The FAI wants design and experience. These are some of the nuts and bolts in the matter. People... never hold back! Design and organize your competition. We will learn and share our success and measure our failures to someday go to the FAI and submit to them a complete package for evaluation. There are those who talk and those who do. BJ Alexander

It was a question. A yes or a no would have been a polite answer. BJ Alexander

http://www.neatorama.com/2007/10/14/amazing-windsuit-flying-video/#comments

In Reply To -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Current Count Stands at: 1. Scott B. (Notsane) 2. Mike M. (Gray Mike) C. Sean H. (Monkycndo) 4. Scott Gray (The Brothers Gray) 5. Chris Gray (The Brothers Gray) 6. Justin Shorb (Flock U) 7. Ryan Desjardins (Soon to bee Canadian Flocker) 8. Bob Futrell (FlyinBob) 9. Mark M 10. Phil Peggs 11. Matt Hoover 12. Mike Rinehart (Missingparts) 13. Frank Boluk 14. Scotty Burns (scottygofast) 15. Robert Kelley (ROK) 16. Jeff Nebelkopf (Heffro1) 17. Tony Uragallo (Tony Suits) 18. Chuck Blue (SkymonkeyONE) 19. Todd S (DaMan) 20. Michelle (EmLo) 21. "The" Le Roy (leroydb) 22. Dan M (arai) 23. BJ Alexander PLEASE ADD YOUR NAME SO SCOTT CAN PLAN FOR AIRCRAFT !!!

You have to consider the pilot also. Loic Jean Albert won the overall title at the 2006 World Wingsuit Competition held there in Stupino. He flew none of the above.

James It looks like the Stupino event was quite the success. I am absolutly shocked to see the amount of wingsuit flyers at the Stupino dz. I hope to see you in Russia next year. BJ

Here's the latest on the upcoming Lk. Wales CRW camp. It looks like a good group of folks will be there. Kevin K. ---------------------------------------------- Hello All - Here is the updated list - so far - for Lake Wales. FYI...We will be available at Lake Wales February 28th at 8am and March 1st at 8am for anyone who wishes to come early and participate on any organized dives prior to the actual camp which starts at 8am on March 2nd. We are hoping to put up some 4 to 9 way multiple point dives for the people who are challenged by weather in the winter months and need to knock off that rust - or anyone who just wants to come early and get in some no pressure jumps. Incidentally, these camps are open to anyone who wants to try out for the 100-way we are planning in November 2007 or anyone who wants to work on their CRW skills. Everyone is welcome. The following training/qualification camps have been scheduled: Training/Try-out Camps: March 2, 3, 4 @ Florida Skydiving Center in Lake Wales, Florida May 11, 12, 13 @ The Parachute Center in Lodi, California May 26 – June 3 @ Empuriabrava, Spain July 4 – 8 @ Jumptown in Orange, Massachusetts August 10, 11, 12 @ Carolina Skysports in Louisburg, North Carolina October 12, 13, 14 @ Perris Valley Skydiving in Perris, California 100-way Canopy Formation World Record Attempts: November 17 – 25th @ Florida Skydiving Center in Lake Wales, Florida Take Care and hope to see you in Lake Wales! Brian Pangburn 2007 Canopy Formation World Record Committee The Lake Wales List: 1. Mike Lewis 2. Chris Gay 3. Brian Pangburn 4. Shawn Vineyard 5. Dave Bassinger 6. Jon Sikorsky 7. Jackson Hoffman 8. Marc Van Apern 9. Jim Walton 10. Dave Hillebrandt 11.Bob Felt 12. Linda Ruiz 13. Damien Ristaino 14. Ernie Pliscott 15. Kevin Keenan 16. Lyn Hannah 17. Shireen Khavari 18. Cliff Dobson 19. Jeni Gordon 20. Peter Pfalzgraf 21. Eric French 22. Don Bromley 23. Yuliya Korkh 24. Holger Gnoth 25. Alexander Bosel 26. Gallan 27. Tim Vogl 28. Kirk VanZandt 29. Paulo Assis 30. Chico 31. Tim Vogl 32. Mike Goodin 33. Liz Godwin 34. Dave Holmvik 35. BJ Alexander -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- _____________________________________ Seasons don't fear the Reaper, nor do the Wind, the Sun or the Rain...