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I just figured I'd provide an easy way to diffuse the situation. And yes that's exactly what happened.

Head to Mesquite. It is close by and has that family business feel. As for the Navy, my advice is join the Air Force :P

I was taught that low man cuts away on a wrap, make yourself big to bounce off the lines, and most of what was discussed here while getting my A license at Ogden Skydiving Center.

I was at Skydive Alabama on Saturday... and while you might not care about the feud other people do, and trickery is not beyond them. So while I probably wouldn't remember you specifically, there was a significant event that happened on Saturday. I'm sure MakeItHappen would appreciate if you could say what it was.

Umm, no Stick to the chart http://www.bigairsportz.com/pdf/bas-sizingchart.pdf And unless you're jumping every week and actively pursuing canopy knowledge, please follow the black numbers instead of the gray ones.

http://www.benchmade.com/products/product_detail.aspx?model=5 http://www.benchmade.com/products/product_detail.aspx?model=7 http://www.benchmade.com/products/product_detail.aspx?model=8 3 different sizes for your cutting pleasure. These knives are LEGEN... wait for it ...DARY! Seriously, if you have never held one or used it to cut something, you are missing out. $30 isn't much for the best hook knife on the market.

I've seen it come back the next week. I've seen it take 2. Depends on how busy they are.

WOW... I already took my month off this year though.

you're gullible if you believe her

So what you are saying is that this discussion is broken into two groups: you either agree or disagree and there is no room for neutral feedback, and if you would happen to side with skyride the mods will take care of you? This means that the moderators are bias and seems that this site is governed by the chinese government. I understand that skyride have screwed some people. Do i think its worth writing 36 pages of post about it? NO. Are you going to accomplish anything with these post? NO. Am i Chuck Owen or Jeff Fincher? NO I think they meant if you are hiding your identity to further your own cause then the mods will take care of it. There are ASC and/or Skyride supporters here. As for the neutral position on this issue... Personally I believe it falls under the quote "All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing" If you think they are doing wrong then we need to speak up. If you feel they aren't doing anything wrong then you support them by default.

It's only derogatory when used by those who have lesser skills, and wish they were as experienced as the skygods. Once they achieve skygod status themselves, then it becomes a badge of honor. Kinda like those of us in the military refer to "Officers"

Very true for what you said. But also like I said... its much easier to keep your private life to yourself than any physical trait. I'm not saying you should have to, but if you don't feel like dealing with problematic people then it is an option. I didn't know you were also deaf... come down to Alabama. I need someone to practice my ASL on, it's been a few years.

is there a deaf-gay record ? Just playing devils advocate hear () But I see a big difference between being gay and being deaf. Deaf people have a barrier to overcome in being able to communicate effectively with instructors and coaches. Therefore it is reasonable to expect it to be more (how much is debatable) difficult to become a skydiver as a deaf person. I would hope that being gay has not affected skydiving for anyone in any way. And if you it has or you are afraid it would then you have the complete ability to not share that part of your life with the DZ. I think having a gay boogie and get together is an awesome idea, but I have to agree that the proper response to "gay world record" is "so what?" Discuss. Also for full disclaimer I am a straight white male with no physical abnormalities. I took a few years of Deaf study in high school and fully support gay rights.

I can't think of any time I've heard it when it isn't derogatory. I have. When referring to the weather as a deity, i.e. "The sky gods blessed us with sunshine this weekend." edit to add: and thanks for quoting because it made my typo jump out at me.

What is usually accomplished in open internet forums?

"the dzo" lol you can say Hans... I'm a farm animal too. I just only get out there every couple months. Usually at Opelika. Was last up there on the 4th of July... has anyone put a "No Shovels" sign on the loft door yet?

Usually a derogatory term to someone who thinks they are so much more skilled then everyone else... leading to things such as the safety advice of others does not apply to them, or they won't jump or interact with anyone who doesn't have a B/C/D/Pro/AFFI/World Record/whatever they have that makes them feel more important. edit for spelling

Day 90ish for me ... waaaaaaaaaaay past my limit ... O I spend too much time at the DZ... and there are no women. I haven't even been to the bar more then a couple times in the same amount of time.

the farm is amazing and the beer saturday night just ended the day perfect. 3:3 did three fun jumps on saturday practicing slowing my fall rate. got on the sunset load and it was amazing. it was the first time i jumped with no suit, so it was a little rough but worked out. had my first line twist but i was able to kick out. sunday did a "science experiment" fun jump with popsjumper. i worked on slowing down. then i did a coach jump and got to mark off some a card freefall maneuvers. then last load i did my first hop in pop. stable and pulled within 5 seconds. it was an awesome weekend! Umm.. I think you don't understand the game the numbers are not friday:saturday:sunday they are humps:jumps:beer also, now do a real H&P from 3000' from the cessna

Day 150ish

How has no one mentioned Hitler either... He was a very talented military strategist and was very good at inspiring people to follow him. I guess it comes down to whether you mean history's "greatest military commander" or history's "greatest person" who is also a military commander. Cause he fails horribly at the latter but should be mentioned in the former.

I couldn't say how well M-frames work, but I jump with my flack jackets all the time. They are held in place by my helmet.

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Everything is better than Dasani...

One or the other... if they are peeling off leathers there better be lace underneath