PoeticDelirium 0 #1 October 22, 2003 Hi all, For anyone who may be interested . . . You've heard about it, seen the pictures, read the stories, and always wanted to go. Now it is within your reach. The Polar Safari Baffin Base Expedition is a 2 week base jumping trip to the massive cliffs of Sam Ford Fjord on the north east coast of Baffin Island. Renowned for its immense sheer walls and the variety of 3000 foot exit points, Sam Ford Fjord is a base jumper’s paradise. The trip involves: - A 14 day expedition to one of the most beautiful places in the world - Camping on the ice of Sam Ford Fjord for 10 days, at the foot of multiple 2000 foot cliffs - 20+ jumps planned - 10+ major cliffs to jump, from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet - A Jet Ranger helicopter to transport jumpers to the top of the cliffs If anyone wants more information, check out the website at: http://www.polarsafari.com/baffinbase/index.htm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
narcimund 0 #2 October 22, 2003 Ok. Don't hide the price. How much? First Class Citizen Twice Over Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PoeticDelirium 0 #3 October 22, 2003 It wasn't hidden, it was just conveniently on the last page of the site! $8250 US all inclusive from Montreal, Canada. Get yourself there, and the trip includes pretty much everything else: all transportation, accommodation, meals, expedition and camping supplies, even most arctic clothing is provided so you don't need to go out and spend a fortune on clothes you will only need once in your life. The goal is to provide you everything that you need to get to Sam Ford Fjord and look after you while you are there. And with the helicopter to get you to the tops of the cliffs, all you need to do is choose your exit point, and step over the edge. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
narcimund 0 #4 October 22, 2003 QuoteIt wasn't hidden, it was just conveniently on the last page of the site! You always find things the last place you look... ... unless you give up first. First Class Citizen Twice Over Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PoeticDelirium 0 #5 October 23, 2003 so it should be on the front page then? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites narcimund 0 #6 October 23, 2003 I don't know. It might be better the way it is, getting people excited first. That's a substantial amount of money. Man, I'd love to buy a ticket for my boyfriend. We're going to have to sell a LOT more websites before I can afford that gift. Maybe in a few years... First Class Citizen Twice Over Share this post Link to post Share on other sites weegegirl 2 #7 October 23, 2003 holy crap! that is gorgeous! too bad i only have 2 base jumps and no money. oh, well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #8 October 23, 2003 I lived on the nothern tip of Baffin for 2 years It is beautifull, but so remote! lolRemster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #9 October 23, 2003 don't worry, there's always next year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #10 October 23, 2003 Two years! Please tell me that in all that time, you took the opportunity to go flik something nearby! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #11 October 23, 2003 Quote to go flik You crazy? What for you jump off them cliffs? Sorry, I dont have the gonadsRemster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites andrewstewart 0 #12 October 23, 2003 QuoteHi all, For anyone who may be interested . . . You've heard about it, seen the pictures, read the stories, and always wanted to go. Now it is within your reach. The Polar Safari Baffin Base Expedition is a 2 week base jumping trip to the massive cliffs of Sam Ford Fjord on the north east coast of Baffin Island. Renowned for its immense sheer walls and the variety of 3000 foot exit points, Sam Ford Fjord is a base jumper’s paradise. The trip involves: - A 14 day expedition to one of the most beautiful places in the world - Camping on the ice of Sam Ford Fjord for 10 days, at the foot of multiple 2000 foot cliffs - 20+ jumps planned - 10+ major cliffs to jump, from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet - A Jet Ranger helicopter to transport jumpers to the top of the cliffs If anyone wants more information, check out the website at: http://www.polarsafari.com/baffinbase/index.htm How far away is the nearest hospital? :-| Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Faber 0 #13 October 23, 2003 you wont need one.. just the climb in thouse conditions could kill anyone.. Hat´s off for thouse who did it and thouse who will... im too lazy and i really hate cold... but a REAL beautyful place Stay safe Stefan Faber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #14 October 23, 2003 QuoteHow far away is the nearest hospital? :-| wow... I never though I'd have usefull info to share in this forum! lol Iqualuit (capital of the Nunavut territory), about 800 km.Remster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites weegegirl 2 #15 October 23, 2003 QuoteIqualuit (capital of the Nunavut territory), about 800 km. no shit. well, i guess it's BYOPK then. (bring your own pain killers) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Zennie 0 #16 October 23, 2003 Quotewell, i guess it's BYOPK then. That and BYOOS Bring Your Own Orthopedic Surgeon - Z "Always be yourself... unless you suck." - Joss Whedon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #17 October 23, 2003 I hope you are not planning on needing one! There's a Health Center in Clyde River, the town we fly into on Baffin, which is just out on the coast from where we are in the fjord. The closest full service hospital is in Iqaluit, which is just a short fight from Clyde River. I hope we never need to see either of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites base428 1 #18 October 23, 2003 It's not IF, but WHEN in the sport of BASE jumping. Planning for worst case scenarios always pays off... QuoteI hope we never need to see either of them.(c)2010 Vertical Visions. No unauthorized duplication permitted. <==For the media only Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #19 October 23, 2003 Hey Jason, Absolutely, I completely agree. As I said, I "HOPE" we never need to see either of them. As I mentioned in my response to you on BLiNC, rescue and evac plans are part of the organization of this expedition. Somebody asked the question, I was just trying to give the answer in a more positive light. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #20 October 23, 2003 QuoteSomebody asked the question, I was just trying to give the answer in a more positive light. I'm a bit surprised its such a big deal. I worked in a mine there. Allthought you never want injuries at work, and that mine had quite a good safety record, shit still hapens, and injuries in mining operations can be fairly big too (I think the same range as in BASE jumping or Skydiving). Having a nurse and a health center there and a fairly short flight to Iqualuit was not such a big issue. I'm sure some other important jump sites around the world arent that close to hospitals either.Remster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites webracer 0 #21 October 23, 2003 That's quite a bit more cash than I had guessed, I was thinking around $5500. Is that $8250 canadian? hehe... I will still consider it, it is quite an adventure, and I'll save $200 on food for the week I'm gone. I read you want 50 jumps for this, I only have 29 at the moment, but am going to moab in Feb to do at least another 20. Maybe a few more inbetween now and then, gonna get my new rig this week! TroyTroy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #22 October 23, 2003 Hey Troy, I hear ya, it's a bit pricey, but Baffin is a pretty expensive place to get to. If one were to try and organize to go on their own, they'd be looking at more than the $5500 range just to get there, let alone equipment, supplies, Inuit Guides (who aren't cheap) It would push $8000 US going solo. And then you gotta hike to the top. The beauty of this expedition is the helicopter. Gotta love rides to the top of 4000 foot sheer walls. Where else are you gonna have the chance to jump 10 different big walls in 10 days without having to hike them all! Can't wait myself, hope to see you along. Jonathan Edited for spelling Share this post Link to post Share on other sites webracer 0 #23 October 24, 2003 You know how sticker shock works, it only remains on your mind until you're having fun with your new toy (or adventure) I am going to see if it fits into my schedule/budget. I wanted to go to KL, but since they require 100, I'll have to wait on that, so that'll free up some cash. I am not a purist, I just want to get good at it, pick my sites, and jump the big time sites that make the papers (beautiful places). Baffin is on my list!Troy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ManBird 0 #24 October 24, 2003 Oh my god! I just crapped my pants (several times) looking at those pictures. Beautiful. Damn, I wish I was a trust fund kid."¯"`-._.-¯) ManBird (¯-._.-´"¯" Click Share this post Link to post Share on other sites andy2 0 #25 October 24, 2003 I dont know about the crap in my pants but I really loved scoping those pics. What a beautiful place, looks every bit as spiritual as Norway. One question, is this a less popular BASE site simply because accessibility is so tough? I will love to make a jump there someday. --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 0 Go To Topic Listing
narcimund 0 #6 October 23, 2003 I don't know. It might be better the way it is, getting people excited first. That's a substantial amount of money. Man, I'd love to buy a ticket for my boyfriend. We're going to have to sell a LOT more websites before I can afford that gift. Maybe in a few years... First Class Citizen Twice Over Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weegegirl 2 #7 October 23, 2003 holy crap! that is gorgeous! too bad i only have 2 base jumps and no money. oh, well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #8 October 23, 2003 I lived on the nothern tip of Baffin for 2 years It is beautifull, but so remote! lolRemster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PoeticDelirium 0 #9 October 23, 2003 don't worry, there's always next year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #10 October 23, 2003 Two years! Please tell me that in all that time, you took the opportunity to go flik something nearby! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #11 October 23, 2003 Quote to go flik You crazy? What for you jump off them cliffs? Sorry, I dont have the gonadsRemster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites andrewstewart 0 #12 October 23, 2003 QuoteHi all, For anyone who may be interested . . . You've heard about it, seen the pictures, read the stories, and always wanted to go. Now it is within your reach. The Polar Safari Baffin Base Expedition is a 2 week base jumping trip to the massive cliffs of Sam Ford Fjord on the north east coast of Baffin Island. Renowned for its immense sheer walls and the variety of 3000 foot exit points, Sam Ford Fjord is a base jumper’s paradise. The trip involves: - A 14 day expedition to one of the most beautiful places in the world - Camping on the ice of Sam Ford Fjord for 10 days, at the foot of multiple 2000 foot cliffs - 20+ jumps planned - 10+ major cliffs to jump, from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet - A Jet Ranger helicopter to transport jumpers to the top of the cliffs If anyone wants more information, check out the website at: http://www.polarsafari.com/baffinbase/index.htm How far away is the nearest hospital? :-| Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Faber 0 #13 October 23, 2003 you wont need one.. just the climb in thouse conditions could kill anyone.. Hat´s off for thouse who did it and thouse who will... im too lazy and i really hate cold... but a REAL beautyful place Stay safe Stefan Faber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #14 October 23, 2003 QuoteHow far away is the nearest hospital? :-| wow... I never though I'd have usefull info to share in this forum! lol Iqualuit (capital of the Nunavut territory), about 800 km.Remster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites weegegirl 2 #15 October 23, 2003 QuoteIqualuit (capital of the Nunavut territory), about 800 km. no shit. well, i guess it's BYOPK then. (bring your own pain killers) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Zennie 0 #16 October 23, 2003 Quotewell, i guess it's BYOPK then. That and BYOOS Bring Your Own Orthopedic Surgeon - Z "Always be yourself... unless you suck." - Joss Whedon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #17 October 23, 2003 I hope you are not planning on needing one! There's a Health Center in Clyde River, the town we fly into on Baffin, which is just out on the coast from where we are in the fjord. The closest full service hospital is in Iqaluit, which is just a short fight from Clyde River. I hope we never need to see either of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites base428 1 #18 October 23, 2003 It's not IF, but WHEN in the sport of BASE jumping. Planning for worst case scenarios always pays off... QuoteI hope we never need to see either of them.(c)2010 Vertical Visions. No unauthorized duplication permitted. <==For the media only Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #19 October 23, 2003 Hey Jason, Absolutely, I completely agree. As I said, I "HOPE" we never need to see either of them. As I mentioned in my response to you on BLiNC, rescue and evac plans are part of the organization of this expedition. Somebody asked the question, I was just trying to give the answer in a more positive light. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #20 October 23, 2003 QuoteSomebody asked the question, I was just trying to give the answer in a more positive light. I'm a bit surprised its such a big deal. I worked in a mine there. Allthought you never want injuries at work, and that mine had quite a good safety record, shit still hapens, and injuries in mining operations can be fairly big too (I think the same range as in BASE jumping or Skydiving). Having a nurse and a health center there and a fairly short flight to Iqualuit was not such a big issue. I'm sure some other important jump sites around the world arent that close to hospitals either.Remster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites webracer 0 #21 October 23, 2003 That's quite a bit more cash than I had guessed, I was thinking around $5500. Is that $8250 canadian? hehe... I will still consider it, it is quite an adventure, and I'll save $200 on food for the week I'm gone. I read you want 50 jumps for this, I only have 29 at the moment, but am going to moab in Feb to do at least another 20. Maybe a few more inbetween now and then, gonna get my new rig this week! TroyTroy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #22 October 23, 2003 Hey Troy, I hear ya, it's a bit pricey, but Baffin is a pretty expensive place to get to. If one were to try and organize to go on their own, they'd be looking at more than the $5500 range just to get there, let alone equipment, supplies, Inuit Guides (who aren't cheap) It would push $8000 US going solo. And then you gotta hike to the top. The beauty of this expedition is the helicopter. Gotta love rides to the top of 4000 foot sheer walls. Where else are you gonna have the chance to jump 10 different big walls in 10 days without having to hike them all! Can't wait myself, hope to see you along. Jonathan Edited for spelling Share this post Link to post Share on other sites webracer 0 #23 October 24, 2003 You know how sticker shock works, it only remains on your mind until you're having fun with your new toy (or adventure) I am going to see if it fits into my schedule/budget. I wanted to go to KL, but since they require 100, I'll have to wait on that, so that'll free up some cash. I am not a purist, I just want to get good at it, pick my sites, and jump the big time sites that make the papers (beautiful places). Baffin is on my list!Troy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ManBird 0 #24 October 24, 2003 Oh my god! I just crapped my pants (several times) looking at those pictures. Beautiful. Damn, I wish I was a trust fund kid."¯"`-._.-¯) ManBird (¯-._.-´"¯" Click Share this post Link to post Share on other sites andy2 0 #25 October 24, 2003 I dont know about the crap in my pants but I really loved scoping those pics. What a beautiful place, looks every bit as spiritual as Norway. One question, is this a less popular BASE site simply because accessibility is so tough? I will love to make a jump there someday. --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 0 Go To Topic Listing
PoeticDelirium 0 #10 October 23, 2003 Two years! Please tell me that in all that time, you took the opportunity to go flik something nearby! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #11 October 23, 2003 Quote to go flik You crazy? What for you jump off them cliffs? Sorry, I dont have the gonadsRemster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites andrewstewart 0 #12 October 23, 2003 QuoteHi all, For anyone who may be interested . . . You've heard about it, seen the pictures, read the stories, and always wanted to go. Now it is within your reach. The Polar Safari Baffin Base Expedition is a 2 week base jumping trip to the massive cliffs of Sam Ford Fjord on the north east coast of Baffin Island. Renowned for its immense sheer walls and the variety of 3000 foot exit points, Sam Ford Fjord is a base jumper’s paradise. The trip involves: - A 14 day expedition to one of the most beautiful places in the world - Camping on the ice of Sam Ford Fjord for 10 days, at the foot of multiple 2000 foot cliffs - 20+ jumps planned - 10+ major cliffs to jump, from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet - A Jet Ranger helicopter to transport jumpers to the top of the cliffs If anyone wants more information, check out the website at: http://www.polarsafari.com/baffinbase/index.htm How far away is the nearest hospital? :-| Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Faber 0 #13 October 23, 2003 you wont need one.. just the climb in thouse conditions could kill anyone.. Hat´s off for thouse who did it and thouse who will... im too lazy and i really hate cold... but a REAL beautyful place Stay safe Stefan Faber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #14 October 23, 2003 QuoteHow far away is the nearest hospital? :-| wow... I never though I'd have usefull info to share in this forum! lol Iqualuit (capital of the Nunavut territory), about 800 km.Remster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites weegegirl 2 #15 October 23, 2003 QuoteIqualuit (capital of the Nunavut territory), about 800 km. no shit. well, i guess it's BYOPK then. (bring your own pain killers) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Zennie 0 #16 October 23, 2003 Quotewell, i guess it's BYOPK then. That and BYOOS Bring Your Own Orthopedic Surgeon - Z "Always be yourself... unless you suck." - Joss Whedon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #17 October 23, 2003 I hope you are not planning on needing one! There's a Health Center in Clyde River, the town we fly into on Baffin, which is just out on the coast from where we are in the fjord. The closest full service hospital is in Iqaluit, which is just a short fight from Clyde River. I hope we never need to see either of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites base428 1 #18 October 23, 2003 It's not IF, but WHEN in the sport of BASE jumping. Planning for worst case scenarios always pays off... QuoteI hope we never need to see either of them.(c)2010 Vertical Visions. No unauthorized duplication permitted. <==For the media only Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #19 October 23, 2003 Hey Jason, Absolutely, I completely agree. As I said, I "HOPE" we never need to see either of them. As I mentioned in my response to you on BLiNC, rescue and evac plans are part of the organization of this expedition. Somebody asked the question, I was just trying to give the answer in a more positive light. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #20 October 23, 2003 QuoteSomebody asked the question, I was just trying to give the answer in a more positive light. I'm a bit surprised its such a big deal. I worked in a mine there. Allthought you never want injuries at work, and that mine had quite a good safety record, shit still hapens, and injuries in mining operations can be fairly big too (I think the same range as in BASE jumping or Skydiving). Having a nurse and a health center there and a fairly short flight to Iqualuit was not such a big issue. I'm sure some other important jump sites around the world arent that close to hospitals either.Remster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites webracer 0 #21 October 23, 2003 That's quite a bit more cash than I had guessed, I was thinking around $5500. Is that $8250 canadian? hehe... I will still consider it, it is quite an adventure, and I'll save $200 on food for the week I'm gone. I read you want 50 jumps for this, I only have 29 at the moment, but am going to moab in Feb to do at least another 20. Maybe a few more inbetween now and then, gonna get my new rig this week! TroyTroy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #22 October 23, 2003 Hey Troy, I hear ya, it's a bit pricey, but Baffin is a pretty expensive place to get to. If one were to try and organize to go on their own, they'd be looking at more than the $5500 range just to get there, let alone equipment, supplies, Inuit Guides (who aren't cheap) It would push $8000 US going solo. And then you gotta hike to the top. The beauty of this expedition is the helicopter. Gotta love rides to the top of 4000 foot sheer walls. Where else are you gonna have the chance to jump 10 different big walls in 10 days without having to hike them all! Can't wait myself, hope to see you along. Jonathan Edited for spelling Share this post Link to post Share on other sites webracer 0 #23 October 24, 2003 You know how sticker shock works, it only remains on your mind until you're having fun with your new toy (or adventure) I am going to see if it fits into my schedule/budget. I wanted to go to KL, but since they require 100, I'll have to wait on that, so that'll free up some cash. I am not a purist, I just want to get good at it, pick my sites, and jump the big time sites that make the papers (beautiful places). Baffin is on my list!Troy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ManBird 0 #24 October 24, 2003 Oh my god! I just crapped my pants (several times) looking at those pictures. Beautiful. Damn, I wish I was a trust fund kid."¯"`-._.-¯) ManBird (¯-._.-´"¯" Click Share this post Link to post Share on other sites andy2 0 #25 October 24, 2003 I dont know about the crap in my pants but I really loved scoping those pics. What a beautiful place, looks every bit as spiritual as Norway. One question, is this a less popular BASE site simply because accessibility is so tough? I will love to make a jump there someday. --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 0 Go To Topic Listing
Remster 30 #11 October 23, 2003 Quote to go flik You crazy? What for you jump off them cliffs? Sorry, I dont have the gonadsRemster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andrewstewart 0 #12 October 23, 2003 QuoteHi all, For anyone who may be interested . . . You've heard about it, seen the pictures, read the stories, and always wanted to go. Now it is within your reach. The Polar Safari Baffin Base Expedition is a 2 week base jumping trip to the massive cliffs of Sam Ford Fjord on the north east coast of Baffin Island. Renowned for its immense sheer walls and the variety of 3000 foot exit points, Sam Ford Fjord is a base jumper’s paradise. The trip involves: - A 14 day expedition to one of the most beautiful places in the world - Camping on the ice of Sam Ford Fjord for 10 days, at the foot of multiple 2000 foot cliffs - 20+ jumps planned - 10+ major cliffs to jump, from 1500 feet up to 5000 feet - A Jet Ranger helicopter to transport jumpers to the top of the cliffs If anyone wants more information, check out the website at: http://www.polarsafari.com/baffinbase/index.htm How far away is the nearest hospital? :-| Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #13 October 23, 2003 you wont need one.. just the climb in thouse conditions could kill anyone.. Hat´s off for thouse who did it and thouse who will... im too lazy and i really hate cold... but a REAL beautyful place Stay safe Stefan Faber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #14 October 23, 2003 QuoteHow far away is the nearest hospital? :-| wow... I never though I'd have usefull info to share in this forum! lol Iqualuit (capital of the Nunavut territory), about 800 km.Remster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weegegirl 2 #15 October 23, 2003 QuoteIqualuit (capital of the Nunavut territory), about 800 km. no shit. well, i guess it's BYOPK then. (bring your own pain killers) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zennie 0 #16 October 23, 2003 Quotewell, i guess it's BYOPK then. That and BYOOS Bring Your Own Orthopedic Surgeon - Z "Always be yourself... unless you suck." - Joss Whedon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PoeticDelirium 0 #17 October 23, 2003 I hope you are not planning on needing one! There's a Health Center in Clyde River, the town we fly into on Baffin, which is just out on the coast from where we are in the fjord. The closest full service hospital is in Iqaluit, which is just a short fight from Clyde River. I hope we never need to see either of them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
base428 1 #18 October 23, 2003 It's not IF, but WHEN in the sport of BASE jumping. Planning for worst case scenarios always pays off... QuoteI hope we never need to see either of them.(c)2010 Vertical Visions. No unauthorized duplication permitted. <==For the media only Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PoeticDelirium 0 #19 October 23, 2003 Hey Jason, Absolutely, I completely agree. As I said, I "HOPE" we never need to see either of them. As I mentioned in my response to you on BLiNC, rescue and evac plans are part of the organization of this expedition. Somebody asked the question, I was just trying to give the answer in a more positive light. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Remster 30 #20 October 23, 2003 QuoteSomebody asked the question, I was just trying to give the answer in a more positive light. I'm a bit surprised its such a big deal. I worked in a mine there. Allthought you never want injuries at work, and that mine had quite a good safety record, shit still hapens, and injuries in mining operations can be fairly big too (I think the same range as in BASE jumping or Skydiving). Having a nurse and a health center there and a fairly short flight to Iqualuit was not such a big issue. I'm sure some other important jump sites around the world arent that close to hospitals either.Remster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites webracer 0 #21 October 23, 2003 That's quite a bit more cash than I had guessed, I was thinking around $5500. Is that $8250 canadian? hehe... I will still consider it, it is quite an adventure, and I'll save $200 on food for the week I'm gone. I read you want 50 jumps for this, I only have 29 at the moment, but am going to moab in Feb to do at least another 20. Maybe a few more inbetween now and then, gonna get my new rig this week! TroyTroy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PoeticDelirium 0 #22 October 23, 2003 Hey Troy, I hear ya, it's a bit pricey, but Baffin is a pretty expensive place to get to. If one were to try and organize to go on their own, they'd be looking at more than the $5500 range just to get there, let alone equipment, supplies, Inuit Guides (who aren't cheap) It would push $8000 US going solo. And then you gotta hike to the top. The beauty of this expedition is the helicopter. Gotta love rides to the top of 4000 foot sheer walls. Where else are you gonna have the chance to jump 10 different big walls in 10 days without having to hike them all! Can't wait myself, hope to see you along. Jonathan Edited for spelling Share this post Link to post Share on other sites webracer 0 #23 October 24, 2003 You know how sticker shock works, it only remains on your mind until you're having fun with your new toy (or adventure) I am going to see if it fits into my schedule/budget. I wanted to go to KL, but since they require 100, I'll have to wait on that, so that'll free up some cash. I am not a purist, I just want to get good at it, pick my sites, and jump the big time sites that make the papers (beautiful places). Baffin is on my list!Troy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ManBird 0 #24 October 24, 2003 Oh my god! I just crapped my pants (several times) looking at those pictures. Beautiful. Damn, I wish I was a trust fund kid."¯"`-._.-¯) ManBird (¯-._.-´"¯" Click Share this post Link to post Share on other sites andy2 0 #25 October 24, 2003 I dont know about the crap in my pants but I really loved scoping those pics. What a beautiful place, looks every bit as spiritual as Norway. One question, is this a less popular BASE site simply because accessibility is so tough? I will love to make a jump there someday. --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 0
Remster 30 #20 October 23, 2003 QuoteSomebody asked the question, I was just trying to give the answer in a more positive light. I'm a bit surprised its such a big deal. I worked in a mine there. Allthought you never want injuries at work, and that mine had quite a good safety record, shit still hapens, and injuries in mining operations can be fairly big too (I think the same range as in BASE jumping or Skydiving). Having a nurse and a health center there and a fairly short flight to Iqualuit was not such a big issue. I'm sure some other important jump sites around the world arent that close to hospitals either.Remster Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
webracer 0 #21 October 23, 2003 That's quite a bit more cash than I had guessed, I was thinking around $5500. Is that $8250 canadian? hehe... I will still consider it, it is quite an adventure, and I'll save $200 on food for the week I'm gone. I read you want 50 jumps for this, I only have 29 at the moment, but am going to moab in Feb to do at least another 20. Maybe a few more inbetween now and then, gonna get my new rig this week! TroyTroy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PoeticDelirium 0 #22 October 23, 2003 Hey Troy, I hear ya, it's a bit pricey, but Baffin is a pretty expensive place to get to. If one were to try and organize to go on their own, they'd be looking at more than the $5500 range just to get there, let alone equipment, supplies, Inuit Guides (who aren't cheap) It would push $8000 US going solo. And then you gotta hike to the top. The beauty of this expedition is the helicopter. Gotta love rides to the top of 4000 foot sheer walls. Where else are you gonna have the chance to jump 10 different big walls in 10 days without having to hike them all! Can't wait myself, hope to see you along. Jonathan Edited for spelling Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
webracer 0 #23 October 24, 2003 You know how sticker shock works, it only remains on your mind until you're having fun with your new toy (or adventure) I am going to see if it fits into my schedule/budget. I wanted to go to KL, but since they require 100, I'll have to wait on that, so that'll free up some cash. I am not a purist, I just want to get good at it, pick my sites, and jump the big time sites that make the papers (beautiful places). Baffin is on my list!Troy I am now free to exercise my downward mobility. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ManBird 0 #24 October 24, 2003 Oh my god! I just crapped my pants (several times) looking at those pictures. Beautiful. Damn, I wish I was a trust fund kid."¯"`-._.-¯) ManBird (¯-._.-´"¯" Click Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andy2 0 #25 October 24, 2003 I dont know about the crap in my pants but I really loved scoping those pics. What a beautiful place, looks every bit as spiritual as Norway. One question, is this a less popular BASE site simply because accessibility is so tough? I will love to make a jump there someday. --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
