sangiro 24 #1 October 20, 2003 Heya all, I know this has been polled to death but let me put it out there again with these limited choices. Over time I've been approached by people offering to run sites similar to Dropzone.com for me featuring another sport if I help them with the set up and technology. And I always have an itch... Which of the sports above are you most likely to visit and spend time on? You can select more than one option. Also, if you already hang out on a site in any of these areas, please let me know which one by posting the URL. Thanks! Safe swoops Sangiro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #2 October 20, 2003 scuba has a site called scubaboard.com I followed it for a while, but there are WAY too many categories and the community there is just too big. About time for some new material and territory.... __ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #3 October 20, 2003 I'm not personally interested in any. But, I have noticed quite a large cross-over between scuba and skydiving, at least from the skydiving side. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheAnvil 0 #4 October 20, 2003 Though I don't participate personally (Skypup has promised to teach me, though), I think rock-climbing would be the way to go. Rock climbers are the only folks among the choices listed that have anywhere CLOSE to the comeraderie we do. Vinny the Anvil Post Traumatic Didn't Make The Lakers Syndrome is REAL JACKASS POWER!!!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #5 October 20, 2003 QuoteRock climbers are the only folks among the choices listed that have anywhere CLOSE to the comeraderie we do. I"ll have to disagree with that. I know firsthand that scba divers love beer as much as skydivers, and I've even witnessed events such as manboobs contests on dive boats. There's quite a crossover with scuba too. We got to pick a reef once when my sister accidentally lost her bikini top on a dive too. __ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mayhem 0 #6 October 20, 2003 Although I voted for more then one, I'd have to say rockclimbing. But I'm bias to the subject cause climbing keeps me going in our skydiving off season. That and I think it's one of the most rewarding sports that I've ever done. ------------------------------------------------------------ What have you done to make your life better? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TitaniumLegs 8 #7 October 21, 2003 I'm curious why this thread would be top locked. It has nothing to do with the maintenance of this site or thread. edit: Never mind. I just checked a couple previous threads to clear up a misconception, again. Having said that, skiing would also be a suggestion. I personally participate to various degrees in all those listed, although not so much with the climbing, especially with my new legs. Also, given that these sports are considerably more mainstream, I would be surprised if there weren't already several sites/groups/chatrooms dedicated to them. Skydiving is much less prevalent, and dz.com is pretty unique. It wouldn't be that difficult (just really time consuming) to set up a competing site, but what's the point? dz.com pretty much covers the topics and features needed, and it's about as unbiased as one can expect to find. (>o|-< If you don't believe me, ask me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steel 0 #8 October 21, 2003 I guess its not what you were interested in, but I have always thought the most popular secondary sport for skydivers is skiing. *******************If I could make a wish, I think I'd pass. Can't think of anything I need No cigarettes, no sleep, no light, no sound. Nothing to eat, no books to read. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miked10270 0 #9 October 21, 2003 Hi, Personally I went for Scuba & canoeing. Not to say that I'd waste time on a site dedicated to these. What about Skydiving's incestuous cousins; Hang Gliding & piloting (flying is what we do - the "Slack Jawed Cretin in the front" is piloting). I offer these as alternatives to skydiving as activities, not as suggestions for sister websites. Mike. Taking the piss out of the FrenchAmericans since before it was fashionable. Prenait la pisse hors du FrançaisCanadiens méridionaux puisqu'avant lui à la mode. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Darius11 12 #10 October 21, 2003 I have to tell you even being a new guy. Skydiving is the only sport where i have felt this much love from day one so i don't know if it will ever be like DZ.com for any other sport Thank you for this awsome siteI'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
skymama 37 #11 October 21, 2003 A lot of skydivers I know also scuba dive. Then again, I do live in FL and that could skew my sample. In talking with skydivers, it seems rock climbing is a biggie all over the country. I've even gone to a rock climbing place here with other skydivers.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
VanillaSkyGirl 6 #12 October 21, 2003 I agree with the Anvil about the climbing community being tight. Everyone knows everyone. Also, climbers travel to climb routes in different locations as skydivers travel to jump from new locations. I know many ex-climbers that now skydive or skydivers that now climb. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites hungarianchick 0 #13 October 21, 2003 Does canoe and kayaking mean white water? If it doesn't it should also have been included. Those category 5 rapids are a lot of FUN! "I love cooking with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites AirMail 0 #14 October 21, 2003 You didn't offer "none". I barely have enough time to hang out here.-- It's never too late to have a happy childhood. Postal Rodriguez, Muff 3342 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sangiro 24 #15 October 21, 2003 QuoteI'm curious why this thread would be top locked. Because I can. Safe swoops Sangiro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Flygator 0 #16 October 21, 2003 How about adding ultralight flying to the poll??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jtval 0 #17 October 21, 2003 QuoteAnd I always have an itch... not sure im gonna jump with you at eloy this year! LOL ROCK CLIMBING! hiking soon to add rollerblading and paintballing as regulars on my listMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Jib 0 #18 October 21, 2003 Scuba diving has www.scubadiving.com which has an active message board community. Dunno about any other sports. jib -------------------------------------------------- the depth of his depravity sickens me. -- Jerry Falwell, People v. Larry Flynt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Chute 0 #19 October 21, 2003 Quotescuba has a site called scubaboard.com I followed it for a while, but there are WAY too many categories and the community there is just too big. About time for some new material and territory.... __ I know what ya mean Stacy. Scuba is also one of the other passions in my life. Here you can get to kind of know who your talking to. There....don't know which categorie to choose. And you can spend all night in it. That and I ran into to much PADI,NAUI or SSI is better. Who cares. Just dive!!!Bottomless Beers and Blue Skies! * Brother_Brian * D.S.W.F.S.B. #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bobsled92 0 #20 October 21, 2003 WOW! of all the choices!Interesting...... The friend that got me into SKydiving, was a High School friend that I met up with again at a "Climbing Gym" we BOTH belonged to. >>>His roomate, another friend of mine=H.S., talked me into SCUBA & Grand Caymens (and didn't show for either =class or trip. The Mtn Bike was a continuation of biking that I always did for "fixed gear" (Veledrome/Comp)/BmX=after Dad caught me on the Street w/ my CR125 too many times so.... Raven 900SX lefty was a must. I'm probably the average for the Sky-bound crowd=people that LIVE life rather than watch it go by like"..hey, did ya watch the game?", no, sorry I'm still living my OWN life....Gotta jump!_______________________________ If I could be a Super Hero, I chose to be: "GRANT-A-CLAUS". and work 365 days a Year. http://www.hangout.no/speednews/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Chute 0 #21 October 21, 2003 QuoteQuoteI'm curious why this thread would be top locked. Because I can. It is so Sangiro does not have to surch for this thread. It is always on top. Must be nice to have the POWER!! Bottomless Beers and Blue Skies! * Brother_Brian * D.S.W.F.S.B. #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Chute 0 #22 October 21, 2003 I am a few dives from getting my master dive license. I like to kayak and even scuba from it. I rock climb but boulder once a week. I Hike and mountain bike. It is AWESOME to live in the Pacific Northwest.Bottomless Beers and Blue Skies! * Brother_Brian * D.S.W.F.S.B. #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites whocares 0 #23 October 21, 2003 nodda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Stacy 0 #24 October 21, 2003 Quote I like to kayak and even scuba from it. You've got a DiveYak??!!! ROCK ON! __ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Chute 0 #25 October 21, 2003 No I wish I had one. The dive shop here has about 6 of them. When the instructor takes out a new class. If there is a open yak. I tag along. It is on my christmas list. I doubt it that SantaWife will put it in my stocking.Bottomless Beers and Blue Skies! * Brother_Brian * D.S.W.F.S.B. #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 3 Next Page 1 of 3 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
hungarianchick 0 #13 October 21, 2003 Does canoe and kayaking mean white water? If it doesn't it should also have been included. Those category 5 rapids are a lot of FUN! "I love cooking with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AirMail 0 #14 October 21, 2003 You didn't offer "none". I barely have enough time to hang out here.-- It's never too late to have a happy childhood. Postal Rodriguez, Muff 3342 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sangiro 24 #15 October 21, 2003 QuoteI'm curious why this thread would be top locked. Because I can. Safe swoops Sangiro Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flygator 0 #16 October 21, 2003 How about adding ultralight flying to the poll??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #17 October 21, 2003 QuoteAnd I always have an itch... not sure im gonna jump with you at eloy this year! LOL ROCK CLIMBING! hiking soon to add rollerblading and paintballing as regulars on my listMy photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jib 0 #18 October 21, 2003 Scuba diving has www.scubadiving.com which has an active message board community. Dunno about any other sports. jib -------------------------------------------------- the depth of his depravity sickens me. -- Jerry Falwell, People v. Larry Flynt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chute 0 #19 October 21, 2003 Quotescuba has a site called scubaboard.com I followed it for a while, but there are WAY too many categories and the community there is just too big. About time for some new material and territory.... __ I know what ya mean Stacy. Scuba is also one of the other passions in my life. Here you can get to kind of know who your talking to. There....don't know which categorie to choose. And you can spend all night in it. That and I ran into to much PADI,NAUI or SSI is better. Who cares. Just dive!!!Bottomless Beers and Blue Skies! * Brother_Brian * D.S.W.F.S.B. #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobsled92 0 #20 October 21, 2003 WOW! of all the choices!Interesting...... The friend that got me into SKydiving, was a High School friend that I met up with again at a "Climbing Gym" we BOTH belonged to. >>>His roomate, another friend of mine=H.S., talked me into SCUBA & Grand Caymens (and didn't show for either =class or trip. The Mtn Bike was a continuation of biking that I always did for "fixed gear" (Veledrome/Comp)/BmX=after Dad caught me on the Street w/ my CR125 too many times so.... Raven 900SX lefty was a must. I'm probably the average for the Sky-bound crowd=people that LIVE life rather than watch it go by like"..hey, did ya watch the game?", no, sorry I'm still living my OWN life....Gotta jump!_______________________________ If I could be a Super Hero, I chose to be: "GRANT-A-CLAUS". and work 365 days a Year. http://www.hangout.no/speednews/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chute 0 #21 October 21, 2003 QuoteQuoteI'm curious why this thread would be top locked. Because I can. It is so Sangiro does not have to surch for this thread. It is always on top. Must be nice to have the POWER!! Bottomless Beers and Blue Skies! * Brother_Brian * D.S.W.F.S.B. #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chute 0 #22 October 21, 2003 I am a few dives from getting my master dive license. I like to kayak and even scuba from it. I rock climb but boulder once a week. I Hike and mountain bike. It is AWESOME to live in the Pacific Northwest.Bottomless Beers and Blue Skies! * Brother_Brian * D.S.W.F.S.B. #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #24 October 21, 2003 Quote I like to kayak and even scuba from it. You've got a DiveYak??!!! ROCK ON! __ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chute 0 #25 October 21, 2003 No I wish I had one. The dive shop here has about 6 of them. When the instructor takes out a new class. If there is a open yak. I tag along. It is on my christmas list. I doubt it that SantaWife will put it in my stocking.Bottomless Beers and Blue Skies! * Brother_Brian * D.S.W.F.S.B. #2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
