chrisward3

I like the DoF with that 20mm, and just checking it out on ebay, are relatively cheap compared to fisheyes. Have you locked the focus ring, or letting the camera AF for each shot? This setup will be mainly for tandem, with a gopro for video. With a rawa helmet, what kind of mounts would be needed for a DSLR? And to complete the camera setup, i'd be looking for advice on tongue switches, ring sights, etc...

Looking for some info on a camera setup based on a Nikon body (as my ground-photography is Nikon-based). Im thinking D90-ish for something that I dont mind getting banged up a little in the plane and are relatively cheap used. Big question is what lens to go with. I see most using fisheye, but was wondering what other lenses would do the trick. If you have a similar setup, please post pics and info so I can get an idea of what to piece together (in addition to talking to local camera-dudes). Cheers!

Sebastian? you bet! I use a N3 as my audible also, and would not recommend the core's use without a backup/audible. If you are only buying it to skydive, then I would say invest in something to more skydive-specific. I use my core as a work-watch (military), and the compass/barometer for long-range shooting. In my case, I can kill quite a few birds with one stone.

No issues with mine. Reads accurately for me when compared with a N3, galaxy, and an audible. See pic!

thats exactly how mine look...great work!

there are two small spring loaded notches on either side that will keep the lens up. The newer lenses done seem to be recessed enough to let these things engage, so I took a small dremel bit to the lens and now the lens positively locks in the up position (this is with the go pro lens, and the non-go pro lens). I would definitely recommend the lens, as you can swap lenses as needed without the ugly sticky mounts all over your helmet.

i did a three piece 10-way to make this....(see attached)

Awesome jump today all!

A 26 year old container? id pass

did this 10-way for my 100th (see attachment)

already in the "incidents" forum

Personally... I would evac the jumpers out of the plane, remove the pilot from the seat and proceed to guide the plane down. Being in close proximity to the airport means that little flying skill is necessary to keep the wings level as you coast the plane down. Throw the headset on and talk to anyone that will listen and may be able to provide assistance/get the emerg vehicles spun up. A rough landing (albeit somewhat controlled) on or near the airport that poses some risk to yourself, but can potentially save the pilot, aircraft, and any innocent bystanders should the plane fly aimlessly with no one at the controls (if everyone minus the injured pilot bailed out) is a preferable solution to just letting the plane crash wherever it wants (surely killing the pilot if he was not already dead). Thats my $0.02 in the what-if game (but i also have some experience flying)

cost me a bottle of 18yr old scotch...welllll worth it!

I have the phantom X helmet and looking at mounting options for a gopro. Is the lens strong enough to mount the adhesive bracket to it (will let me open and close the visor as necessary), or if I mount it on top of the helmet, will the lens be able clear the mount if I jump without the gopro? Any experience and/or photos would be greatly appreciated!

I agree any number is too many however, I'd like to see how many jumps were made, and by how many skydivers. This sport is always welcoming new members (myself included), and I can only assume that more and more jumps are being made every year. If we look solely at the final tally, it looks like it is holding fairly consistent over the past 10+ years. But if we welcomed XXXX number of new skydivers over that time, I'd argue that the percentage of fatalities has gone down. With the training, coaching, and constant supervision ive received since taking up the sport...i'd say we're moving in the right direction (you can decide at what pace). This is a self-regulated sport, and something that alot of the DZOs and experienced jumpers take a lot of pride in maintaining. As annoying as it may be at times to get told I cant go do "this" type of jump or "that"...I know that we are always looking out for our own...and in turn that encourages us all to practice, get better, be more aware, and train...to chase after those new challenges or disciplines that skydiving has to offer. In a sport that poses many dangers and what-ifs...I think we are continuing in the right direction