NovaTTT 2 #1 June 2, 2010 I need to buy another copy of Poynter's books. I hate having to go downstairs to the loft get them every time I want to look something up! And is it just me, or is it oxymoronic to have the loft downstairs? "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #2 June 2, 2010 Quote I need to buy another copy of Poynter's books. I hate having to go downstairs to the loft get them every time I want to look something up! And is it just me, or is it oxymoronic to have the loft downstairs? Well, Para-Concepts has the "loft" located in the basement of Skydive Chicago. Betsy mentioned getting T-Shirts made that say "Rigging Underground" on them."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
FrEaK_aCcIdEnT 0 #3 June 2, 2010 That would be much more appropriate! ExPeCt ThE uNeXpEcTeD! DoNt MiNd ThE tYpOs, Im LaZy On CoRrEcTiOnS! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beatnik 2 #4 June 3, 2010 It doesn't matter how many copies of Poynter's book you have. They are never where you want them to be. At least my seven copies aren't where I want them to be ever. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NovaTTT 2 #5 June 3, 2010 I've learned to keep a pair of glasses here and there (they're liable to pop up anywhere, which can be convenient). Perhaps I'll become as foresighted about the Manuals. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theonlyski 8 #6 June 3, 2010 Just buy an iPad and a digital copy of the book"I may be a dirty pirate hooker...but I'm not about to go stand on the corner." iluvtofly DPH -7, TDS 578, Muff 5153, SCR 14890 I'm an asshole, and I approve this message Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fcajump 164 #7 June 3, 2010 Quote I need to buy another copy of Poynter's books. I hate having to go downstairs to the loft get them every time I want to look something up! And is it just me, or is it oxymoronic to have the loft downstairs? My loft (with the table for rounds) is 45 minutes from home (where the sewing machines/extra tools are). And being a shared facility, I can't leave anything up or in process (even the table). Really sucks when the inspection reveals a need for a little over-stitch prior to repack . Good thing that I limit the number of rounds I service to less than 95% of all the work I do . (I REALLY need a better loft... at least you HAVE a basement.) JWAlways remember that some clouds are harder than others... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #8 June 4, 2010 Parachute lofts were originally copied from sail-making lofts which were usually above - in the attic, or garret - of other workshops in ship yards. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NovaTTT 2 #9 June 4, 2010 Quote My loft (with the table for rounds) is 45 minutes from home I know it's sometimes nice (and necessary) to get away from the work, Jim, but maybe you've taken that too far!??!?! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites