Prodigus

2 Jumps today on the 280. A lot more canopy work today than the previous since I'm to the point of training on using the rear risers etc now. Barrel rolls and front/back flips were the exciting part of the day. Awesome day! You all were correct that there wasn't a huge difference in the canopies although I did feel like I descended a little faster with the 280. That could have been other factors though I guess. I liked it better and didn't feel like I was just hanging up there forever. Thanks for all your comments. I appreciate all information and expect to be on the receiving end of a few jokes/barbs right now being a noob. It's all good.

Thank you!

I'm going to be downsizing from a 300 to a 280 which will take me from a wingloading of .82 to a .88 The question that I have (and yes, I'm aware that my instructor will let me know all about this and that's who I am ultimately going to listen to) is how will downsizing affect lift when I flare? Just curious as to what to expect is all. /duck

Sweeeeet!! So, I finally found a good use for my belly and as I progress I'm naturally going to start getting more limber and arch better. My week is looking up!! Thanks!

Well that's a relief because I don't see that EVER happening. I'd rather spend my time at the DZ than the gym... Thanks!

So... I'm just getting into the sport and I am absolutely hooked. I wish I hadn't waited so long to get into it but hey, you're only as old as you feel right? Which brings me to my skydiving fitness question. Does having or not having a nice paunch on you make a difference when trying to maintain a good arch? I mean, I know that I could be in better shape but I'm just wondering if I lost a few around the middle would it make maintaining my arch easier. Probably a silly question but sometimes my mind just asked silly questions.