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Para Gear is interested in photographic submissions that you may have for the 2021 - 2022 Para Gear Catalog #83. They have taken the time to briefly describe the format and certain criteria that they look for, in order to help you to see if you have something worth submitting. They have included examples of previous catalog covers for your reference. http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.290693934285998.71336.290673160954742&type=3 or https://www.dropzone.com/gallery/category/72-gallery_category_72/ Over the years Para Gear has used photos from all of skydiving's disciplines. They do not have a preference as far as what type of skydiving photo it is, rather they look for something that either is eye-catching or pleasing to the eye. In light of the digital age, They are also able to use photos that in one way or another may be less than perfect and enhance them, removing blemishes, flipping images, altering colors, etc. The following are preferences. However what they prefer and what they get, or choose, are not always the same. If however, they came down to a choice between two photos of equal quality, they would opt for the one that met more of our preferences. They typically prefer that the photo be brighter. In the past, they have used sunset photos and even a night jump photo, although by and large most of the photos are daytime. They like the subject of the image to have contrast with the background. Subjects that are wearing brighter more colorful clothing usually stand out more. They prefer to have the people in the photo wearing equipment since that is what they sell. Headgear, goggles, jumpsuits, altimeters, audible altimeters, and gloves are all good. They also prefer to see skydivers wearing head and foot protection. They do not print any BASE jumping nor any Tandem photographs. No submissions of these will be accepted. Para Gear are not interested in any photos of individual or groups of skydivers standing on the ground Our basic criteria are as follows: Vertical Format. The front and back covers of the catalog are both in a vertical format. They can use a horizontal (landscape) shot, as opposed to a vertical (portrait), and then crop it as long as the image lies within a vertical cropping. Photo Quality. The front and back cover shots will be printed as 8 ½ x 11 in 300 dpi format. Any film that can hold its quality up to this size and print dpi is fine. Digital format is preferred. In the event of a final cover choice, they prefer to be sent the original digital image or slide for getting the best quality out of the image. Back Cover Photo. The back cover photo is no different from the front except in one respect. They need to have room on the left side of the image for the thumb index. In the past, they have taken images and been able to horizontally flip them thereby creating this room. Originality. Anything that is original, eye-catching, or makes someone take more notice of the catalog covers is something Para Gear look for. It could be a photo from a unique camera position or angle, a scenic skydive, shots under canopy, landings, etc. Para Gear look for photos that have not been previously published and most likely would not accept them if they have, as they want a photo that no one else has seen yet. They also do not want any photos that are chosen as the front or back covers to be used for other non-Para Gear advertising for a period of one year. Para Gear offers $500.00 each for both the front and back covers they choose. Our current deadline for catalog cover submissions is March 1st 2021. Sending sample pictures by e-mail to [email protected], If you are sending sample digital pictures please note that they do not need to be in a very large format. If they like the sample picture they will then ask you to send the higher quality original. Please feel free to contact Curt directly with any questions. -
Which brands make decent RW competition suits in North America in 2020? Most top teams in North America (XP Rhythm, AZ Air Speeds, Golden Knights) are wearing Tony Suits. Are there any other brand that make decent RW competition suits? Some top Canadian teams used to wear Vertical and Bev Suits. What are the top criteria to consider to evaluate these suits? ex: Quality, Innovation, Customer Service, Turn Around Time. Lastly would you even consider buying from European brands like Vertigen Fly?
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untilSkyonStage is an artistic skydiving game involving 5 different contests: Freefly/Freestyle 2 way (one performer one cameraflyer) Freefly/Skydance 3 way (two performers one cameraflyer) Freefly/Skydance 5 way (four performers one cameraflyer) Wingsuit acro 3 way (2 performers one cameraflyer) Skysurf (one performer one cameraflyer) One jump only. One Free Routine. Create your contest jump at any DZ of your choice. Mixed nationalities welcomed. Enter one contest only or all of them. Register your Teams within October the 12th 2020 and send your final choreography within December 1st 2020. Any of your training jumps that cover the video requirements (check Rule Book on the website) could be used later on as the contest routine, so if you like, you can start creating your possible routine jump now and register later. Awards and medals for the winning teams. Special award for the competitor who entered most of the games and placed best Overall. 10 Best choreographies per contest will be published on skyonstage website. All video routines will be pubblished on related skyonstage youtube and vimeo channel. Form your teams, have fun in creating a choreography, send your video #skyonstage
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untilAre you interested in learning more about 4-way and progressing to the next level in freefall skills? This 2 day introduction camp is aimed at newer skydivers who wish to learn more about competitive 4-way in a fun and stress-free environment. You can expect to: • Be matched with others to form a team • Receive an introductory seminar explaining all you need to know about 4-way and Blast • Get full briefs and debriefs of each jump • Have a dedicated camera flyer on each jump for comprehensive debriefs • Canopy flights and landings filmed and debriefed • Receive packing assistance • Weather day seminars on packing, spotting, canopy control and gear maintenance planned Blast is a category of 4-way competition that has been simplified and is aimed at newer skydivers, or skydivers new to 4-way and competition in general. The NSW State Championships and Australian National Championships includes the Blast category. This training camp is a great opportunity to meet prospective teammates and maybe get involved in a competition. This camp is limited to just 12 participants, so register now to avoid missing out! Click here to register
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This is the Nationals for beginning skydivers. All rookie skydivers from any dropzone are welcome to participate in this 3-way scrambles style competition.Teams change each round based on a random draw, but will always include one experienced ‘coach’ (members from SDC Rhythm XP, SDC Core, Rook Nelson and more!). Scores will be judged by an officially rated judge and prizes are awarded to the top three individuals.The winner will take home a Rookiefest Trophy that will give the DZ bragging rights that they produce the best students.We invite jumpers from all dropzones to participate. At the end of the first day join us for a brief seminar on topics that cover gear, canopy, exits, safety, competitive skydiving, formation skydiving and more! In the evening come to our famous Tiki bar to enjoy dinner and drinks.ELIGIBILITY: Rookie skydivers can participate in up to 2 Rookiefest Competitions, provided they meet either of these criteria:• Less than 200 total jumps OR• Less than 2 years in the sport as a RookieREGISTRATION (includes event t-shirt): COMING SOON• Pre-Registration (Ends July 31st): $60 • Registration (August 30th): $75• PLUS 5 jumps @ $25 eachDiscounted Gear Rental: $35/jump (Can only use for the 5 comp. jumps)*includes: rig, helmet, jumpsuit and pack jobSCHEDULE:• Friday, August 30th6pm: Deadline for registration9am-6pm: Manifest open to complete registration, pay account, sign waiver• Saturday, August 31st7:00 am: Manifest opens to complete registration, must be completed before briefing (Please try to complete by Friday evening if possible)8:00 am: Meet time for briefing (in auditorium)• Sunday, September 1st8:00 am: Competition ResumesAwards ceremony immediately followingMonday is scheduled as a make-up day in case of weather. Also, there will be load organizers available all day on Monday if you would like to continue formation skydiving after the competition.Register now right here: https://bookings.burblesoft.com/index/27/143It is important to fill out the the Google Form for this event as well. It will help us determine jumper pairing to ensure the most fair competition. Please fill that out right here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScwA0Q2RyQPbclYllVqM4Cj0Yn6vDIs3B6s6gY_M5ZkNpAS5g/viewform?fbclid=IwAR0RRoNZuk2gYZYQo5gE0kdmG5UR7WXI4Z_UZMnQ94Lr-Ug8E6mH6GzgxUg
