butterflyer 0 #1 September 5, 2012 I'm a new AFF student jumping out of Cloverdale with both Jimmys Halliday. I just finished my level 3 this past Sunday. What a beautiful zen rush! I was released by both of my wingmen and flew totally stable :) It's slow going for me, because I've been traveling a bunch this summer, but am planning to do 4 and 5 the weekend after this. These forums are awesome for me, learning so much by reading other divers' experiences and advice. I'm happy to report that I've never yet had to by a case of beer (thanks you guys!), lol I know this is for me...never before have I done anything so perfectly fitted to my dreams. I know I'll never again look at the skies the same way. Cheers!I don't need a parachute to fly...unless i want to fly twice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #2 September 5, 2012 Welcome to the forums! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
butterflyer 0 #3 September 5, 2012 Can it be my favorite kind? I don't need a parachute to fly...unless i want to fly twice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trafficdiver 8 #4 September 6, 2012 Quote Can it be my favorite kind? Yes. What is your favorite? And congratulations on not spinning out of control when they let go of you. Took me some work to get over that hump. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
butterflyer 0 #5 September 6, 2012 Ha! Thank you! I though it would be harder, but I kept reminding myself to relax. Honestly I didn't feel them let me go, I just noticed it when I saw them in my periphery...I turned to look at my main instructor and realized I was initiating a turn, lmao! He tapped me back, I regained my heading and just...flew! Ooh, all-time favorite brew, to gift or sip...Racer 5, from the Bear Republic micro brewer just North of my home. Too yummy, might have to offer up two cases. Is there anything better? But interesting, I have never seen any of those guys drink beer...perhaps this DZ doesn't share this tradition?I don't need a parachute to fly...unless i want to fly twice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #6 September 6, 2012 Quote... But interesting, I have never seen any of those guys drink beer...perhaps this DZ doesn't share this tradition? Don't forget that drinking during jump operations is strongly frowned upon. Have you hung out until the end of the day when the "Beer Light" comes on? (usually when the last load of the day leaves the ground)"There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #7 September 6, 2012 Quote But interesting, I have never seen any of those guys drink beer...perhaps this DZ doesn't share this tradition? Your beer choice sounds great! I have never been to a dropzone that didn't include beer at the end of the day but maybe you've found one! Here are the beer rules, just so you know. She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ratman91 0 #8 October 23, 2012 Oh yeah you just need to stick around until the end of the day. And dont worry they will make you buy once you pass your AFF. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lks2fly 0 #9 October 23, 2012 Roger that, Racer 5 rocks! I visit the Bear whenever I am back home. I recieved my private pilot license in Cloverdale and did flight instruction there in the early 90's. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
