shermanator

i think there were 10 of us... attempting a "speedstar" i guess would be the best term for it, each person do a front flip on exit. I was first out, and the rest would make their way to me, well, i dropped frast, and had a backtrack going, so they all tried to catch me. instead of seeing one person at a time to connect to, i saw about 3 coming in at the same level, got a bit confused, saw one, started to go for that person, then realized it was the cameraman. haha. had some bumps and such, then broke off.. was a memerable/fun skydive. thanks to Elsinore's Excell that made it possible. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

and here i thought this was gonna be a post of the pornstars that were at elsinore. hahaha. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

why.. because it is good stress relief/relaxation for me. for instance.. couple days ago, i f#$#D up at word, and will be getting fired within the next week/2. so, first thing that came to mind when i was upset at myself for this.. "shit i need to go skydive!" and don't have the money to go right now, but i am going on friday for stress relief. oh, not to mention the 'family' the people in this sport are the best. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

ignore everyone on here except for the part about relaxing. Talk to your instructors, they know if you are ready or not. they will debrief you on what to do and how to do it. they will give you the best advice you need for that particular jump. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

ok ok, i don't have sound.. so i can't hear.. but is this what you are talking about? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGgZvjQ2sqU CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

when i read the title, i thought it meant accident as in deficating in ones pants. hahaha.. I have heard an urban leagand of a guy who survived freefall hitting snow, in one of the wars, walked away with no injuries.. anyone know the truth in that? CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

Ninjas.. especially If they are turtles that got mixed up in some toxic goo and became lifelike, then were taught their ninja skills by a rat! after the week that led to and the day of june24 *pirates world premier at disneyland* I despise pirates!! CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

i don't know what it is, but i would asume.. eat, fu&^, skydive. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

speculation, but still something to think about. I've never worn a full face, i like the wind in my face feeling, its part of the relaxation for me. oh what fun it is when i pop my goggles on top of my helmet and forget them there! .. *why do i feel so much wind in my eyes? ... ohhhhhh* CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

what happens in vegas.... stays in vegas. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

well, not initially a problem, we soon forget incidents of the past.... http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=2189177;sb=post_latest_reply;so=ASC;forum_view=forum_view_collapsed;;page=unread#unread post #52 starts about how full face might have contributed. an interesting read. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

I hear you can call the FAA ... no, but seriously, if you are concerned, talk to the S&TA, or DZO, let them know your concern CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

i think i paid $60, which was for 8 hours, gear rental and instruction.. I wasnt complaining, because i feel i was well taught, rather than some others i know who were shown to just do a trashpack. *not dissing trashpack, but don't condone it as a only way f knowing to pack* Though it was paid for 8 hours.. i got a lot more instruction the next couple of times i was out, until my 'mentor' felt i was capable. i appreciated his continued help, and everyone on the packing matt who also gave advice free. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

seatbelts come off at 1k where i jump. as for my helmet, i generally hook it to my cheststrap, but will most likely be reconsidering that approach the next time i am out at the dz. for myself, after 1k, i am looking out at the terrain, thinking about the 'what if' and look at my reserv ripcord and dtell myself, if have to bail, pull that one now. then when get about 2.5k, do a ep practice.. feel main, cutaway, then reserve. works for me. ... why use reserve to about 2.5ish.. I will be jumping a safire2, which has a long swivel... I don't want to be riding my swivel down, so until i pack better, and shorten that swivel, i'd rather be safer than realize it aint opening too late. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

this is a hybrid... a kickass one at that.. http://www.skydiveelsinore.com/video/2006.July.html CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

i used to do legstraps first too, but then kept forgetting the chestrap too many times, or routing it wrong, so i now to chest first, then legs. ... hey, after emberassing myself in front of st&a and several other intructors, then getting a nice 'talking' i figure i should take thier advice on that one. haha. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

get additional help from people on the dropzone. i find it sad that the packing class didnt leave you feeling confident with knowing how to pack. when i took mine, my 'teacher' made sure i was fully compitant in packing for myself.. not the best packjob, but had the right idea, and could get it in the bag and such. then i had others see me packing, and give some pointers when they saw me struggling into the bag. bring beer, and get help. hands on will be much more usefull than a video can provide. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

glad i am not the only one suffering. unfortunately not jumping, but working hard outside all day backstage of disneyland resort . yuck! is it bad when you walk into a storage container, and you feel your skin literally burning? CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

now that sounds fun! anyone wanna try it with me? CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

ok, I'll let you in on a little secret. the very most important thing, even more important that listening to your instructor. .... GET A CANOPY OVER YOUR HEAD CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

well, i havent posted on the other beerrules, so here is my post on it. I have owed so much beer in the 3 days it is not even funny. but it is all done to bond, relax, and enjoy! My favorite beer rule is one i just heard today... I found out whhat the airplane landing fine is at my dz strip. was awsome. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

Have you considered this as an option... I know you can't take the leg/shoulder grips, but what about still doing coaching jumps, teaching the FJC. Just becasue you cannot do the AFF,does not mean that you cannot still be a teacher. There are many young jumpers out there, me included, who greatly appreciate when an experienced diver jumps with us, and gives pointers that help improve. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

ok, i know this is a skydiving forums. but hey, some of you aere pilots. I'm interested in becoming a pilot, would anyone please let me know about the career field, good flight schools, what to expect, and the sort. your help will be greatly appreciated. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

yeah, thats what I have been looking at. but feedback is always nice. I'm trying to find one or more, that flies during weekdays, has the gear rental i need, *currently flying 190 main* and a bunkhouse or something. which i know pretty much all have. Oh, and also looking for one that goes to 18000 + feet. CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720

ok, so work is screwing me over.. In response, I will be taking a week long vacation starting friday evening to the next friday... the 7th to the 14th. I want to spend it skydiving.. so, any suggestions of places to go? has to be in the california/nevada/arizona area... I will be driving. Need places that rent out gear as i do not have my own, unless anyone wants to loan. haha. help me plan my trip! thanks everyone. blue skies! CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720