hexadecimal 0 #1 August 31, 2005 I heard that having a smaller canopy to deal with when packing was the best reason to downsize. My landings are great on a Safire2 149... so I'm guessing the Velo would be fine. Any thoughts? p.s. I probably have more experience than most of you anyway so my post might be a waste of my time... I'm bored... time to leave the office. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #2 August 31, 2005 It's wayyyyyy too big. Anyone who tells you otherwise is just trying to hold you back. "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hexadecimal 0 #3 August 31, 2005 That's what I was thinking... If I want to compete in the PST by jump 80, I'm going to need something far smaller... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marks 0 #4 August 31, 2005 dont think they make it. have fun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kai2k1 0 #5 August 31, 2005 All you need to do is jump it once.. There's no truer sense of flying than sky diving," Scott Cowan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #6 August 31, 2005 he'll land in it to ....... onceSudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hexadecimal 0 #7 August 31, 2005 Cool... I was going to actually test it out off an A for my first BASE jump next week, so that will work perfectly. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,534 #8 August 31, 2005 Quotedont think they make it.Well, that's easy enough to fix with a pair of scissors -- just get a 140 and cut it in half!!! Lengthwise or crosswise? Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bumgangster 0 #9 August 31, 2005 get out from under the bridge Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #10 August 31, 2005 According to your profile, you only weigh 125 pounds or so anyway...so GO FOR IT! Oh wait, make sure someone has video...and a clean, sterile jar with an airtight seal and a name label on the front for your next of kin. ~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
thegreekone 0 #11 August 31, 2005 I don't want to sound like a know it all, but I would go with the Icarus VX-39. "But that's me, aggressive gambler, Mr. Vegas" ^ name the movie and star HINT: you guys can have coffee after you jump the Velo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #12 August 31, 2005 We should get together for a beer. I'd like to meet you while I have time. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lostinspace 0 #13 August 31, 2005 QuoteQuotedont think they make it.Well, that's easy enough to fix with a pair of scissors -- just get a 140 and cut it in half!!! Lengthwise or crosswise? Wendy W. Like lengthwise is even an option! Do it crosswise, get rid of the back half. You'll have a more impressive aspect ratio and reduce the drag from those pesky rear risers (you need the front ones, they're essential to swoop.) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elisha 1 #14 August 31, 2005 QuoteI don't want to sound like a know it all, but I would go with the Icarus VX-39. "But that's me, aggressive gambler, Mr. Vegas" ^ name the movie and star HINT: you guys can have coffee after you jump the Velo No fair! I was gonna suggest that! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #15 August 31, 2005 QuoteWe should get together for a beer. I'd like to meet you while I have time. Don't worry, i'm coaching him. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tbrown 26 #16 August 31, 2005 Go for it dude, I'll be watching for you in the Incidents. Live fast die young, leave a good looking corpse. What, did you think I'd get upset or something ??? Your humble servant.....Professor Gravity ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #17 August 31, 2005 QuoteQuoteWe should get together for a beer. I'd like to meet you while I have time. Don't worry, i'm coaching him. Dude, run. Run away from the golf cart. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hexadecimal 0 #18 August 31, 2005 I was thinking that maybe I could tie weights to the front risers... that way I wouldn't have to waste my arm strength. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hexadecimal 0 #19 August 31, 2005 QuoteI don't want to sound like a know it all, but I would go with the Icarus VX-39. A VX-39 as a main??? What are you... nuts?!? That'll be my reserve. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hexadecimal 0 #20 August 31, 2005 No cutting will be required... they're making it custom for me because they heard I've got mad skills. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #21 August 31, 2005 Use a really small slider so that you don't get a lot of drag when carving the pond. To check the opening, have someone video it. Do a two-way, then face off and dump at the same time. Post the video, it should be awesome. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hexadecimal 0 #23 August 31, 2005 I'm going to try to land a Mr. Bill on it... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #24 August 31, 2005 QuoteI'm going to try to land a Mr. Bill on it... Good idea. It will help your wing loading. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #25 August 31, 2005 I only use my Velo 69 on BASE jump, so I wouldn't be able to weight in regarding regurlar skydives. "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
