Darius11 12 #1 January 26, 2005 Imagine if you could jump out of the plane and just hit the ground and get up and walk away. There was absolutely no risk of getting hurt or killed. Would you think it was still fun? I don’t think so.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #2 January 26, 2005 I don't skydive because it's dangerous; I do it because it's fun. I could care less that there is danger involved in it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mx757 4 #3 January 26, 2005 Quote Imagine if you could jump out of the plane and just hit the ground and get up and walk away. There was absolutely no risk of getting hurt or killed. Would you think it was still fun? Wylie E. Coyote does it every jump.. its no fun ask him... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #4 January 26, 2005 Quote Wylie E. Coyote does it every jump.. its no fun ask him... Abso-freakin'-lutely!! (Oh and pssst! It's 'Wile. E. Coyote' ) You can go skydiving, bounce off the ground and walk away. People do it all the time. It's called a dream. Hmmm....gets me ta thinkin'....~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #5 January 26, 2005 I think it would be much _more_ fun... The danger aspect of it never had anything to do with why I liked it. I could accept the danger that was involved, but I don't think it was ever part of the attraction. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chaoskitty 0 #6 January 26, 2005 Yeah, I'd love it if the danger factor was not an issue. Howver thats what makes whuffos go whuffo, so if danger were not an issue, a lot more people would do it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #7 January 26, 2005 QuoteI don't skydive because it's dangerous; I do it because it's fun. I could care less that there is danger involved in it. You don't think the rush has any thing to do with it being fun? For me if there was no rush it would not be as fun, and the rush is there because of the danger. Maybe that will change i know i am very new to the sport, but i am not new to rush.I'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Girlfalldown 0 #8 January 26, 2005 Danger = Adrenaline <--- Adrenaline junky Take what you want from that. -------------- (Do not, I repeat DO NOT, take my posts seriously.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #9 January 26, 2005 QuoteI think it would be much _more_ fun... The danger aspect of it never had anything to do with why I liked it. I could accept the danger that was involved, but I don't think it was ever part of the attraction. That is exactly how I feel about it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #10 January 26, 2005 QuoteDanger = Adrenaline <--- Adrenaline junky Take what you want from that. I love youI'd rather be hated for who I am, than loved for who I am not." - Kurt Cobain Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Douva 0 #11 January 26, 2005 I think surviving each jump certainly contributes to the sense of accomplishment. If somebody who'd never jumped could just strap on a camera helmet, a BirdMan suit, and a skysurfing board, all at the same time, and jump out of a plane without fear of death or dismemberment, most of the accomplishments in our sport would be seriously diminished. Accomplishment comes from pushing the limit. Without danger, there are no limits.I don't have an M.D. or a law degree. I have bachelor's in kicking ass and taking names. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Girlfalldown 0 #12 January 26, 2005 QuoteI think surviving each jump certainly contributes to the sense of accomplishment. If somebody who'd never jumped could just strap on a camera helmet, a BirdMan suit, and a skysurfing board, all at the same time, and jump out of a plane without fear of death or dismemberment, most of the accomplishments in our sport would be seriously diminished. Accomplishment comes from pushing the limit.; without danger, there are no limits. Yeah that too. -------------- (Do not, I repeat DO NOT, take my posts seriously.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
windcatcher 0 #13 January 26, 2005 hmm, I would have to say no it wouldn't be as much fun...that's why I jump out of airplanes for enjoyment, rather than sit around and knit. Besides, even though skydiving provides lots of fun, the danger factor of it all is what helps keep you in your right mind. I don't like skydiving just BECAUSE it's dangerous; but danger is a part of what makes it more thrilling. Mother to the cutest little thing in the world... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freefal 0 #14 January 26, 2005 I skydive because it's fun. I BASE jump because it's fun... and it scares the hell out of me. I had a friend that summed it up pretty well once, "People get into skydiving for alot of diferent reasons, but they usually stay because of the people." Obviously we all try this for all kinds of reasons, like conquering a fear, or for the freedom, or for the adrenaline, or just out of curiosity, but above all else I think the people and the community aspect of skydiving is the best part. After all, solos get pretty boring after a while. "Ignorance is bliss" and "Patience is a virtue"... So if you're stupid and don't mind waiting around for a while, I guess you can have a pretty good life! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #15 January 26, 2005 QuoteYou don't think the rush has any thing to do with it being fun? The rush has nothing to do with it being dangerous. I get a rush riding a looping rollercoaster, but those are safe enough that anyone over four feet tall can ride them. Once again, "rush" does not equal "danger" in my book. I partake of far more dangerous activities than skydiving, but got no particular rush from them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #16 January 26, 2005 QuoteI don't skydive because it's dangerous; I do it because it's fun. I could care less that there is danger involved in it. Thank you, chuck, for that post. This is exactly how I feel, though I think that if danger wasn't involved, we would see more people drop out of the sport. I'm not saying that would be a bad thing either as I'm sure more would join too. basically you'd have the thrill seeker adreneline junkies leaving and being replaced by people that like safety. All that would change are the faces.It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 220 #17 January 26, 2005 But look at all the extra freefall time you would get.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ahegeman 0 #18 January 26, 2005 While the danger involved doesn't make the experience of an actual falling through the air any better for me, I think the PEOPLE involved in the sport would be entirely different. The danger keeps the community smaller than it otherwise would be, and fosters closer bonds among us. Nobody wants to see anyone bounce, so we all help each other as much as possible and watch out for each other. That makes the community stronger, makes the personal relationships stronger, and DOES make skydiving as an all-in experience better for me.--------------------------------------------------------------- There is a fine line between 'hobby' and 'mental illness'. --Dave Barry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #19 January 26, 2005 QuoteYou don't think the rush has any thing to do with it being fun? i dont get a rush by skydiving anymore(actualy longtime since i had) but i truly think its way fun.... Stay safe Stefan Faber Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IanHarrop 42 #20 January 26, 2005 Isn't freefall with out danger known as Tunnel Time?"Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #21 January 26, 2005 Quote Imagine if you could jump out of the plane and just hit the ground and get up and walk away. There was absolutely no risk of getting hurt or killed. Would you think it was still fun? I don’t think so. Skydiving is dangerous?May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #22 January 26, 2005 QuoteI don't skydive because it's dangerous; I do it because it's fun. I could care less that there is danger involved in it. Ditto.---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueEyedMonster 0 #23 January 26, 2005 QuoteImagine if you could jump out of the plane and just hit the ground and get up and walk away. There was absolutely no risk of getting hurt or killed. Funny thing, I dream this ALL THE TIME. I love it. Imagine the ground rush of never pulling! Skydiving is less dangerous than driving out of downtown Minneapolis to get to the DZ. I jump to relax...and fly free. edit:typo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #24 January 26, 2005 hey now - there's danger in the tunnel! Why else do they make you wear those knee pads the first couple of times? JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #25 January 26, 2005 QuoteIsn't freefall with out danger known as Tunnel Time? until they decide to throw the fans in reverse....It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
