CanuckInUSA 0 #1 November 4, 2003 I find myself in an interesting position. My job may not last much longer (I'm working at a start up software company) and while I absolutely love Colorado, it's not a cheap place to live and may have to leave the state sometime in the future. Anyway ... if I decided to spend sometime (sort of like a vacation before returning to reality) jumping at some of the bigger DZs in the country (Eloy, Perris, Elsinore, Sebastian or Z-Hills) which DZ am I likely to encounter less wind? I realize that the WX changes with the seasons, but this potential time away from home would likely be spend in the Fall, Winter or Spring months. I'm thinking Eloy would have the least winds, but maybe I'm wrong. What do you think? Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 November 4, 2003 If you're taking a "vacation" are you going to pop into Texas for any amount of time? *hint**hint*--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflygoddess 0 #3 November 4, 2003 Well in Arizona there is either no to little wind or lots of wind, but that lots of wind doesn't last that long, most of the time. You have to come to Arizona, because I am here and we are suppose to get married remember? Any ways, Arizona is great and lots of great people. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
towerrat 0 #4 November 4, 2003 Just come to Z-Hills. We have a fantastic swoop pond. What else matters?Play stupid games, win stupid prizes! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #5 November 4, 2003 i've never been out west to eloy or perris, but of the FL DZs you want an inland DZ for less wind. ZHills winds are usually light and variable, picking up in late afternoon as expected. Deland is similar in my experiences there. In the spring check out cross keys in NJ or the ranch as well. __ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #6 November 4, 2003 Yes at some point I need to visit Texas. It would be cool to visit where you and Pablito jump and I also have a friend who jumps out of Skydive Dallas. But any Texas trip would likely only be for a week or so. I was thinking of taking an extended trip where I used some of my savings for food and lodging and hopefully make some $$$ packing (and maybe even tandem video if I can prove myself in that realm) and use money earned at the DZ for fun jumps. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #7 November 4, 2003 QuoteWell in Arizona there is either no to little wind or lots of wind, but that lots of wind doesn't last that long, most of the time. That is very much the impression I had from my week in Eloy last x-mas. QuoteYou have to come to Arizona, because I am here and we are suppose to get married remember? Oh I haven't forgotten. In fact you and I can make a quick trip up to Vegas during the Holiday Boogie right? Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #8 November 4, 2003 QuoteIn the spring check out cross keys in NJ or the ranch as well. They are both on my list of DZs to visit before I die. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #9 November 4, 2003 Eloy would have the most days with no wind. When there are winds, they generally happen in the afternoon and may gust to 30 or better. Florida DZ's tend to have a steady breeze. Perris and Elsinore have a mixture . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #10 November 4, 2003 Perris, Elsinore and Eloy seem to have more days of light and variable wind than Sebastian does (I haven't jumped at the others on your list). The western dz's on your list also get lots of turbulence during the spring and summer. After 7 years at Perris I'm loving the (mostly) butter smooth air in Florida. For me it's worth sacrificing a few days to high or gusty winds (or a few hours for the daily rainstorm to pass over ) in exchange for not bouncing around in turbulence from opening to landing, not having to worry so much about my canopy collapsing on final and seeing/avoiding dust devils. The gators are an issue here though. At least that's what they tell me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflygoddess 0 #11 November 4, 2003 Ohhh can we have Elvis marry us too? What a great white trash wedding! I was however thinking more along the lines of being married in the skyvan and such...afterall skydivers need skydiving weddings and receptions. Plus everyone will already be there for the boogie so we can save money on invitations... which of course leaves us more jump ticket money... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmpnkramer 0 #12 November 4, 2003 Z-Hills does not usually have too much wind. We have a KICK-ASS Swoop Pond as mentioned. We HAVE KICK-ASS PARTIES & lots of Nig Noggery. Lots of outs with nice green grass so as not to damage the canopy. The weather is unbeatable this time of year. Not too hot or too cold. Friendly People & Staff. Did I Mention the KICK-ASS PARTIES? JUst saw the work aspect. You might be able to get work at Z-Hills; maybe not a ton but a little. Laters, KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The REAL KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER! "HESITATION CAUSES DEATH!!!" "Be Slow to Fall into Friendship; but when Thou Art in, Continue Firm & Constant." - SOCRATES Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #13 November 4, 2003 QuoteThe gators are an issue here though. At least that's what they tell me. Unless I had a really bad spot, I wasn't worried about jumping in Sebastian as my canopy seemed to do quite well gliding back to the DZ (of course we had some decent tails winds last weekend which didn't hurt). The landing pitch wasn't as nicely maintained as Eloy though (I have no idea what the grass is like in Perris, Elsinore and Z-Hills as I have yet to jump at any of those places). Having a swoop pond to play in (once my skills are up to the task) is a bonus and Eloy and Sebastian don't have those. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #14 November 4, 2003 QuoteOhhh can we have Elvis marry us too? What a great white trash wedding! I was however thinking more along the lines of being married in the skyvan and such...afterall skydivers need skydiving weddings and receptions. Plus everyone will already be there for the boogie so we can save money on invitations... which of course leaves us more jump ticket money... I knew I was marrying you for a reason. Because you're always thinking about your next jump. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prepheckt 0 #15 November 4, 2003 eloy does too have a swoop pond..sort of"Dancing Argentine Tango is like doing calculus with your feet." -9 toes Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McDuck 0 #16 November 4, 2003 I dunno...I just watched a video of someone landing in high wind on her 100th jump...Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFKING 4 #17 November 4, 2003 QuoteHaving a swoop pond to play in (once my skills are up to the task) is a bonus and Eloy and Sebastian don't have those. Sebastian does have a swoop pond....it's called the "Intracoastal Waterway". Long walk back to the DZ, though... Don"When in doubt I whip it out, I got me a rock-and-roll band. It's a free-for-all." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmpnkramer 0 #18 November 4, 2003 Right On, Brother. This is a good rebuttle Hard to argue when someone just posted their high wind jump. Not too mention that sand. It just destroys canopies! Had to throw that in their Girlie. I am sorry to hear of ya'll's misfortune. Blue Skies & Grassy Landing Areas, KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The REAL KRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAMER! "HESITATION CAUSES DEATH!!!" "Be Slow to Fall into Friendship; but when Thou Art in, Continue Firm & Constant." - SOCRATES Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbarnhouse 0 #19 November 4, 2003 Quoteeloy does too have a swoop pond..sort of Actually, Eloy has a swoop park that was used for competition while folks were at Nationals. It is surrounded by lush green grass and is the configuration of the "hang ten dude" from Arizona Freeflite. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JWVB 0 #20 November 4, 2003 QuoteSebastian does have a swoop pond....it's called the "Intracoastal Waterway". Or you could use the ponds at the golf course. The walks not quite as long. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #21 November 4, 2003 QuoteOr you could use the ponds at the golf course. The walks not quite as long. Now why didn't I think of that. I wonder what the golf course management people would do if all of a sudden a bunch of swoopers start using one of their ponds on a regular basis. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflygoddess 0 #22 November 4, 2003 QuoteI dunno...I just watched a video of someone landing in high wind on her 100th jump... yeah well, it was like this...wait until next weekend and do your 100th OR jump in high winds, oh and the Real BIG clincher, FOR FREE!!! So I thought to myself WWMD? (what would mcduck do?) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McDuck 0 #23 November 4, 2003 Holy carp (the fish)! You actually made me laugh out loud at work...and after a call that made me want to discorporate on the spot. You're right, waiting blows worse than the wind., and not paying for a jump rules. Kevin - Sonic Beef #5 - OrFun #28 "I never take myself too seriously, 'cuz everybody know fat birds don't fly." - FLC Online communities: proof that people never mature much past high school. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflygoddess 0 #24 November 4, 2003 QuoteI knew I was marrying you for a reason. Because you're always thinking about your next jump. Awe... Oh and by the way Eloy's swoop pond park is awesome and the new grass there and on the main landing area are awesome too. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #25 November 4, 2003 Is this something which was built in the last year? Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
