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  1. Pobrause

    might, might not...
    Was it a tight fit on him or was there plenty of room left?
    I'd say get the serial number and ask UPT directly.



    Was custom made for him, so the right fit.
    I've sent an email to UPT and we'll see... but given that the differences are not huge, I thought maybe someone on the forum could hint if it would work out or not ;-)

  2. Hi guys !

    I'm looking to buy a used Vector (in Europe), and have found one that looks very close to my size. The seller is trustworthy, but I cannot try the rig before buying (it's in another country and would be shipped). I do have the precise measurements, and would like your advice on how they compare with mine:

    My measurements:

    Height: 5’ 10”
    Weight: 162 lbs
    Chest: 39’
    Waist: 34’
    Torso: 19.6’
    Legpad: 33'
    Inseam: 32'

    His measurements:

    Height: 5’ 10”
    Weight: 155lbs
    Chest: 37.4’
    Waist: 32.3’
    Torso: 17.3’
    Leg pad: 31.5’
    Inseam: 33.85’

    My sense is that the measurements are actually rather close; so I think this could fit. But your input would be highly valued - so to not receive something that will be off.

    Thank you very much, and have a great day :)

  3. Hi there !

    I had a similar experience with my G3 - the fit was good, but when I tightened it, it was very uncomfortable and gave me the impression of being choked.

    I then just adjusted the tightening system (you can adjust how long the cord is) - and now it's simply perfect.

  5. Two flyer facing the same direction; the one behind grabs the rigg (near the sholders).

    Flyer sitflying (one in front) launches the exit; the second (HD) gets a bit pulled down, and has to fly strong and basically goes over vertically and *poof* you are both face-to-face, a couple of inches away.

    Works rather well - and where the skill of the HD flyer comes into play is how quickly he lets go of the other flyer and is actually flying and not just be pulled.

    Goes without saying the sitflyer has to be solid :)

    ...I don't know if this is clear; but it works like a charm and is quite fun !

  7. Cheers guys !
    Thanks for all your messages - it's been really helpful :)
    I got in touch with Mad Ravens - and am discussing going to Prague in January to fly with Radek, for a 2H tunnel camp over 4 days !

    It's looking good :)

  8. @3empire: you are absolutely right ! I did not specify what my goals were in the tunnel...and your question is spot on !

    Your assumption is correct: I'm going for the FF progression.
    As mentioned, I have not yet spend any time in the tunnel - so I'll be starting from scratch (and the bad habits of my approx. 300 skydives :)).

    Your suggestion of going in with a Tunnel camp to cover the "basics" of bellyflying & backflying - then moving on to a steadier/more regular training pattern sounds very interesting...and I like the idea ! :)
    Thank you all for your comments/suggestions - I had already heard very good things about Prague ! Might just go and check it out to start off with...and then go on a regular basis to Aerokart next to Paris.

  9. Well that's the actual question I'm asking myself:

    Is it more interesting (in terms of progress) to fly regularly; like 15' every week - or to go and do a Tunnel camp and clock in 2h30 in one week ?

    I can do both...but I have the feeling that 15' every week during 5 month (lets say a total of 4H30/5H for my winter break) is better than just doing 2 big tunnel camps over the same period ?

    But that's just my guess.. :S

  10. Thanks guys for your replies :)
    Sounds like 15' every week could work well !
    I'm rather in shape, so maybe later I can extend the sessions, but I think that for learning in a steady manner, 1hour split in 4 session per month can work nicely !

    Unfortunately in France we currently only have 2 wind tunnels (one around Paris - very expensive, and one other south of France, way too far from where I live) and the one close to me is quite expensive...and never has any deals like the - amazing - one you mentioned...I might just come over to the UK for a week :P

  11. Hi guys !

    I wanted to seek a bit of advice here regarding hitting the tunnel this winter (starting early November until March - during the winter break in France).

    I have not yet done any tunnel time, but would like to clock in around 5hours. I live only 1hour away from the wind tunnel...so the question is the following:

    -> Should I schedule 15' a week ? or do 30' every 2 weeks ?

    Basically, what is the best frequency to get good progress ?
    Is it good to start with a camp of 1H30, then move to a regular pace ?

    I know this question has been asked before, but I'd like to hear your answers/experience :)
    Thanks in advance !

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    You're talking about Gap Tallard right? 2 PC-6 (both turbo, rated for ten skydivers each).



    Nope, am talking about OJB Parachutisme, in Mimizan (on the coast).

    Only one PC-6 ! Gets an extra Twin Otter for the summer boogie.

    VERY active club...when the weather allows it (and the south of France is great for that) there is no downtime what so ever. I love the place.

    Now Gap - Tallard is very busy as well, great place.

    My heart is in Mimizan where I got my skydiving wings though, but both clubs are great.

    Mimizan --> the coast, view on the sea
    Gap --> south of france as well, but in the mountains, view on the Alpes & the Lacs.

    I highly recommend both !

    Bluesky!

  15. By the way...the "at least 35 planes a day", is what we get on a day without weather issues (it is in the south of France so the weather is pretty good !).

    Of course it can be much less if the weather is being a pain ;)

    But It is a lovely DZ, very few tandems, and a very implicated team...even if the weather sucks ALL day, the crew stays there until we get an opportunity to send up a plane ! That's dedication !

    On some bad days we only got 3 planes up !

    Anyways....I can't wait to go and jump in ths US !


    I did 2 tandem jumps at Skydive New England 4 years ago, I keep great memories of the place !

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    Where I jump, we get at least 35 planes a day !
    No big DZ, just a Pilatus Porter

    what altitude do you get ? :o


    4200m (about 14,000 Feet) !

    We get 3/4 planes per hour (depending on refuel).

    From 8am until 8pm, or later depending on sunset ;-)


    It gets even better during the summer boogie week with the Twin Otter that more than doubles the jump capacity !