tosca 0 #1 March 28, 2003 ...but not having a serious relationship. Could that work? Or is it impossible to not get problems. Any experience or advise is welcome! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 March 28, 2003 It is possible, people have made it work, some have gotten married that way. Others didn't work so well, and such...--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #3 March 28, 2003 but that happens everywhere. dont let it fend you off and dont limit your self to ONLY sky-dates! My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyIvan 0 #4 March 28, 2003 That's for sure, that relationship might BLOW you away, you might feel like WALKING IN THE CLOUDS, unless of course, it goes sour and she DROPS you. __________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chaz 0 #5 March 28, 2003 Don't do it! Just don't ever date anyone at the dz. TRUST ME Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rhonda66 0 #6 March 28, 2003 My husband and I are both skydivers. We go to Eloy once a year for our vacation. Wouldn't have it any other way BUT, we were together before we started skydiving. Rhonda PP ASEL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skitzo 0 #7 March 28, 2003 I just started dating someone at my dropzone, and its great! There is never a question on where we are going for the the weekend! - "How do you keep your feet on the ground when you know you were born to fly?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #8 March 28, 2003 I met my girlfriend (craichead) at the DZ, and things are going awesome. RiggerRob once said "skydiving couples never break up, one just looses their turn". I've a few friends who're in the middle of less serious relationships at the DZ. One in particular seemed a bit upset by how quickly she lost her turn. I think the success of dating a jumper at the DZ entirely comes down to making sure that both parties are looking for the same thing, and both understand what the other wants. As in all relationships, comunication is key. _Am__ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brokeneagle 0 #9 March 28, 2003 Oh, I dunno, Chaz- sometimes ya just get lucky and find your soul mate at the strangest places (insert home DZ here)... I think it depends more on what each person wants out of whatever type of relationship they're looking for... 'course, 's always better if someone's up front about their expectations, too--Brokeneagle. I'm really very gentle, no matter what my kung-fu teacher says... he is giving me a reputation I do not deserve! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jmpnkramer 0 #10 March 29, 2003 I cannot speak from personal experience but from what I have seen it is not good when things break up. I have seen a couple of couples at my DZ and once they broke up one of them left the DZ. Oh they still come around just not as often. Usually jumpng at another dz. With that in mind I would say that dating a person who normally jumps at another dz would not be bad. This way if things do not work out there is no tension on the dz for ya'll. I say this but I have access to several different dropzones all within a stones throw of each other. Also I ahve never dated a skydiver because I am always too busy jumping and the opportunity never seemed to present itself. Whenever I went out with the gang it was as a group to have a blast on the town. We always hooked up with wuffos though. My two cents for what it's worth. Blue Skies & Soft Landings, KRAAAAAAAAAAAMER!!!!!!!!!! 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
eeneR 3 #11 March 29, 2003 Heh...well over a year now that I have been dating a skydiver from my home DZ. I would not change a thing. It really depends on the individuals...are they mature enough to be in a relationship at the DZ...if it falls apart it falls apart, if one party does something stupid well then that is another story. It all comes down to maturity level of the parties involved.....She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gemini 0 #12 March 29, 2003 I don't know if HE qualifies as a "real" skydiver! Blue skies, Jim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #13 March 29, 2003 Quote I don't know if HE qualifies as a "real" skydiver! Naaaa...we stick him in the big duffus category.......Really it's big luv'able duffus....I swear. Please don't give me a bad spot. Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eeneR 3 #14 March 29, 2003 Quote Really it's big luv'able duffus Yup got that one right on the head! eeneR now preparing bunker to hide in> Quote Please don't give me a bad spot No worries on that one...trust me...She is not a "Dumb Blonde" - She is a "Light-Haired Detour Off The Information Superhighway." eeneR TF#72, FB#4130, Incauto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diverdriver 6 #15 March 29, 2003 Quote I don't know if HE qualifies as a "real" skydiver! [Muhamed Ali pointing finger]oooooo.......Gemini.....oooooooo.....gonna get you.....oooooooo skycat.....dufus huh? Well.....oh look! A penny! Neeto! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mad47 0 #16 March 30, 2003 I haven't dated anyone at DZ yet but I think it is a good idea. Of course there is always a chance to break up and suffer the consequences but having a girlfriend/boyfriend who jumps is a serious advantage because there will be no need to explain your passion for the sport and why you spend so much time and money doing it. After less than a year in sport I realized that it is becoming more and more difficult to find time for whuffo friends when you work hard, jump almost every weekend and want to jump more and more. How would attractive whuffo chick react when you refuse to go out, drink all night and have fun because you plan to get up at 6am next morning and rush to DZ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrazyThomas 0 #17 March 30, 2003 ---Warning..This advice coming from an asshole--- It's like dating a co-worker. If things go well, everything will be just peachy. But, if things go bad...things go way bad. Do you want the weirdness and tension at the DZ? If so, go ahead and date at the DZ. And good luck if you do. Thomas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivegirl 0 #18 March 30, 2003 Quote It really depends on the individuals...are they mature enough to be in a relationship at the DZ...if it falls apart it falls apart, if one party does something stupid well then that is another story. It all comes down to maturity level of the parties involved..... I totally agree. I used to be part of the 'never date at your home dz' camp.... but I've changed my mind. If you think the person (plus yourself of course) can be mature about whatever happens then I say go for it. Otherwise you might miss out on a great relationship. But I still say don't make a habit of it. Pink Mafia Sis #26 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmytavino 16 #19 March 30, 2003 Quote ...but not having a serious relationship. Could that work? Or is it impossible to not get problems. Any experience or advise is welcome! " Could that work? ".... .. Well,,, Let's find out!!! Come on over and visit MY drop zone....and we'll see...Dating,, without a serious relationship????.... Sounds pretty good to me... hahaha .... Just be sure that your love of skydiving and your love of being with the ENTIRE group of friends at the DZ.. does not suffer if you concentrate too much on One person.... Sometimes,, people who skydive can become VERY serious... ....happy skydives..... jmy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #20 March 30, 2003 Only problem I have found with dateing another jumper, is that after 2 years you are a couple, and you are no longer a jumper by your own strengths. If I hear....."Oh, you're Derek's girl friend" one more time I'll scream.....hehe...of course he gets plenty of "Oh you are Kelli's Boyfriend." It does worry me sometimes when I get invited on loads that he is on if it is only cause he is my boyfriend. To make a skydiving relationship to last though takes more than just skydiving together. You have to have intrests outside of jumping together. The more activities in common the easier it is to find things to do on weekdays and rainy weekends. Also, if heaven forbid one of you decides jumping isn't for you, you still have things in common. Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lewmonst 0 #21 March 31, 2003 Quote skycat.....dufus huh? Well.....oh look! A penny! Neeto! shiny things??? where??? oh, yeah, well, what Skycat said, i mean, Derek's girlfriend said, is right on. i think you gotta prove yourself too in the air, and be careful about getting on dives just cuase your SO is on them. be careful, it can get very ugly... as the prop turns... peacehttp://www.exitshot.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sillyolethang 0 #22 March 31, 2003 Quote .. Well,,, Let's find out!!! Come on over and visit MY drop zone....and we'll see... Dating,, without a serious relationship????.... Sounds pretty good to me... hahaha .... You're naughty! Amy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmytavino 16 #23 March 31, 2003 You're naughty! hey Thang,,, wanna go on a two way??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sillyolethang 0 #24 March 31, 2003 Quote ...And you are CORRECT!!! You've been practicing? Heehee, yes, you did "IT" correctly! 2 way...hmmm...will there be video? Amy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmytavino 16 #25 March 31, 2003 Quote Quote ...And you are CORRECT!!! You've been practicing? Heehee, yes, you did "IT" correctly! 2 way...hmmm...will there be video? ........... .............. but I am discreet.... so....NO video!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
