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What is the point of a forum? I had never heard of an Argus, now I have
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Erm.. Thanks ,. lol@left hand remark.
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I am looking for your opinions on AADs. I am pricing my first rig, and have been looking at AADs. I am tempted by the Vigil.... What do you think??! Blue Skies
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what could injured Elvis have done to save ldg?
chris_uk replied to 377's topic in Safety and Training
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Spinning mal on both canopies...yikes!!
chris_uk replied to mattyblast's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
I'm new, so excuse my ignorance, BUT, could you not have put your left toggle up and used your risers to steer/land the canopy? Chris -
How scared/nervous were you before your first jump...
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in Introductions and Greets
Good luck with AFF :) Nerves are there to keep you sharp and alert - embrace them -
How scared/nervous were you before your first jump...
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in Introductions and Greets
My 2nd, and 3rd jump were bad... My 4th was not as bad, but I was thinking (in the plane) that "this is my last jump"!!!!!!!! This week can't pass quick enough at the moment, and I can't wait to get back up there for jump 5...! Blue SKies. -
I did my 4th jump today (dummy pull) and it went perfectly - even stood my landing Just thought I'd say I love skydiving - to any potential skydivers out there - go for it! It's the best thing you'll ever do. Been celebrating with Laphroaig (I'm Scottish!) -hence this drunken post - whilst watching the video recorded by my better half Jen from the ground! Blue Skies, one and all!!!!!!!! Peace Chris
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Food advise, thanks. Chris
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Thanks - ur is reply appreciated. Blue Skies
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Hi I was wondering if a good quality snowboard helmet would be ok for skydiving? I am looking to buy one for snowboarding and to save me money, use the same one for skydiving. Anyone know if this would be ok? Thanks
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(Student post) 3rd Jump: Ying and Yang - My lesson!
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
LOL! Not ment in that way Thought my post was in the wrong light that's all. Peace -
(Student post) 3rd Jump: Ying and Yang - My lesson!
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
I think the tone above it a little harsh, mate. During debrief - I made clear I was confused by the pilot's actions, and was told that I had to make my own desicions up there - Which is fair. I saw no point in saying "what if..." - I knew the answer. Did u read this bit: THE LESSON: Despite being really confused, you gotta be positive at the door - despite what is going on. This is what I got from what happened. I generally wondered what more experienced people would have done. Thanks anyway. Edited - I wish I could spell! -
(Student post) 3rd Jump: Ying and Yang - My lesson!
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
I did get what you ment and didnt notice the typo lol -
(Student post) 3rd Jump: Ying and Yang - My lesson!
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
To be honest, it was all focused on the exit rather than what happened before it. I said I was confused - go or stay - but this was not discussed. I got the feeling that I had to do what I was told - eg go anyway... Chris -
(Student post) 3rd Jump: Ying and Yang - My lesson!
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
Hi all. I had my 3rd jump today; it was my first "dp". YING: The load was 1 experienced jumper and 3 students, plus jm. The plan was to cut, have the experienced jumper go, then me on the same cut. Went well except the pilot fired up the engines as I was heading to the door. I knew the window was closing as the pilot cut again, so rushed my exit. I did not push off hard enough and was thrown into a violent spin as my container hit the floor. I tried to get the dp handle, but decided to control my spinning instead as I had at least 15 line twists to deal with, I figured I'd rather make it back alive and repeat the jump. YANG: The radio controller decided I could guide myself down from 1k. I was unsure if he was going to guide me down - so decided he was not. I went to flare a little too high, stopped and flared again. I got on the ground feeling really pissed off at my poor exit, but happy at guiding myself down and landing solo. THE LESSON: Despite being really confused, you gotta be positive at the door - despite what is going on. (Even a near miss with another plane on my last jump - Not another DZ plane, but a unknown plane!!) A QUESTION: As I was confused and hurried, should I have asked that the pilot go round for another pass, rather than rush the exit? Is there anything else I could have done? Blue Skies. Chris -
I have all the same concerns, however... There is a story I heard where a woman dies eating a marshmallow at a Garden Fete.. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20060915.wmarshmallow0915/BNStory/National/home The point? I think when your time is up - there aint nothing you can do about it. You might as well follow your dreams. In skydiving, the benefits well outweigh the danger. Chris
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How scared/nervous were you before your first jump...
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in Introductions and Greets
Hi Skittles! Glad to hear you had a good time -
How scared/nervous were you before your first jump...
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in Introductions and Greets
I wasnt on my first jump either - but on your next jump you dont have the 6 hours training - u turn up and jump (with some quick refresher training - 10-15mins)... I wasn't really terrified. I also loved every sec. Chris -
How scared/nervous were you before your first jump...
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in Introductions and Greets
Made my second jump today - I was more terrified than my first! I LOVE SKYDIVING! Peace -
How scared/nervous were you before your first jump...
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in Introductions and Greets
1 more vote and we can get good averages :) Blue Skies! Chris -
No - I asked if I could learn to pack a couple of weeks ago, was told that they offer courses but none were on at present. I am still quite new and would feel cheeky if I were to ask them to teach me Nooooooooo! I was hoping for good weather this weekend . I've paid for 5 jumps and want to get licensed. Where is the wind tunnel? Tony - Do you go to "The Parachute Centre" DZ?
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Send an E-mail to My Daughter at Camp This Week!
chris_uk replied to ACMESkydiver's topic in The Bonfire
I sent this... ** Hi! I am a skydiver from the United Kingdom. My girlfriend is very jealous that you get to go horse riding and wishes she was there too, so she could! We are both hoping you are having a great time at camp, and hope you are making many new friends. You should do as many activities as you can! Boat riding sounds like alot of fun to me! Have a fantastic time! Chris and Jenny. PS: Your Mum knows me as "chris_uk" ** I hope she has a really good time. Blue Skies. -
Hey, I've been to jump 2 weekends in a row - one was "winded" out, the other was "rained/low clouded" out. Just ranting about the CRAP UK Weather. Peace
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How scared/nervous were you before your first jump...
chris_uk replied to chris_uk's topic in Introductions and Greets
For me, the door was open from take off. Best solution - no door fear