skip 0 #1 June 17, 2002 I was out at spaceland on friday to drop off my first new used rig (woo hoo), and saw one attempt at the 120. That was truly amazing. How did the rest of the weekend go?.:skip Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
INSANEDADDY 0 #2 June 17, 2002 I was out Saturday and witnessed 4 attempts. The last attempt of the day was really close. I think they were two short. What a sight to see 130 canopys in the air. And the sound it makes when they are all opening!!!!! I though the 5 plane fly by was AWESOME!!!!!!! Spaceland rocks.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rachill 0 #3 June 17, 2002 Big ways were awesome this weekend!!! Got to meet tons of great and awesome people.!!!! The big ways got 116 people docked.(I think was the final number) There were only 4 cut aways and no injuries!!! Casa's were awesome! Spaceland was rockin!!!! I had a blast! I'm F#$#@!#$ tired as hell now though! Just got home from the DZ (12:45am on Sunday)Man, that was so awesome to see that many people in the sky at once!What happened to Turbo? He was to slow so we...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumperpaula 0 #4 June 18, 2002 Most amazing thing I have EVER seen. A 100+ formation in clear view, break offs, the sound of all those canopies opening at one time. Wow!! We did not break the Texas State Record, though. It still stands at 105 from Skydive Dallas. I think we might have the biggest formation over Texas though, they built a 121 way to 119. No injuries and from the feedback we received I think everyone had a great time and thought it was well organized. I'm estimating over 300 jumpers on the dropzone and maybe another 300 spectators. With all the tents, and food set up, It honestly looked like a carnival. Never seen my DZ like that before . The sight of 3 Otters and 2 Casa taking off was pretty amazing to me. Too bad we didn't break the Texas State Record, but there is always next year. Paula GO on GO, and Present Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #5 June 18, 2002 Why didn't you say high, then? I was walking around all day Saturday in a DZ.com t-shirt...had a good group of DZ.commers there that day, though. Probably around 20 total, that was pretty cool. It was too bad that the record wasn't broken, but I was very very happy to see that no one was injured.AerialsSo up highWhen you free your lives (the) eternal prize Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zennie 0 #6 June 18, 2002 Yeah that was pretty much a mind-blowing event. And, like Paula said, it was pretty much a carnival atmosphere. Kudos to all the Spaceland staff for their hard work in putting on a great event. It really showed.And also kudos to Paula and the volunteers for helping pull this thing off. This really was a team effort. Hope we can get it next year. "Zero Tolerance: the politically correct term for zero thought, zero common sense." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumperpaula 0 #7 June 18, 2002 BTW, thank for helping us out Aggie Dave. It was great to have you there and Thanks for driving ground crew for me. Im really glad you guys came and that the Aggie Skdivers made a little money selling t-shirts. xoxox Slappie - You were awesome. Thank you so much for letting us use your truck and staying with me for all three days! I couldn't have pulled it off without you. You were right there with me all three days and I really appreciate your help. xoxox Cloud 9 - Can't believe you drove all the way to Rosharon from Beaumont for 4 days to help with with ground crew. Your amazing and I really appreciate all your help. Thanks for letting me use your truck and helping me drive. You were a key part of the team. xoxox Ramon - I know you missed a few jumps helping me but I really appreciate you driving when I needed you to. You were a big help and THANK YOU for working when you really wanted to jump. xoxoxo Zennie - Thanks for steppin in when I started running short. I knew I could grab you if I needed to and I really appreciate you volunteering and helping out. xoxox There's about 16 other volunteers that deserve the same message and I don't want to leave anyone out. Thanks to everyone that volunteered to help drive jumpers. You really made me look good. Blue Skies,Paula GO on GO, and Present Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #8 June 18, 2002 QuoteMost amazing thing I have EVER seen. A 100+ formation in clear view, break offs, the sound of all those canopies opening at one time. Wow!! If I ever get my last roll of film developed, I have some awesome pics from the 96 ways's at Eloy a few weeks ago. Big-assed zoom lenses with high cloud is cool._AmICQ: 5578907MSN Messenger: andrewdmetcalfe at hotmail dot com AIM: andrewdmetcalfeYahoo IM: ametcalf_1999 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #9 June 18, 2002 QuoteYou really made me look good. I knew you'd pull it off Paula! Good job Now aren't you glad it's over?? pull & flare,lisa"Try not. Do or do not. There is no try." - Yoda sez Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TequilaGirl 0 #10 June 18, 2002 I should thank Slappie too - for getting me out of the corn field......thanks Slappie........ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #11 June 18, 2002 Then I need to thank those people who came and picked me up when Trevor and myself landed out at SlumberJay...AerialsSo up highWhen you free your lives (the) eternal prize Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TequilaGirl 0 #12 June 18, 2002 Isn't that a fun place to land.......(*evilgrin*) BTW - it was nice meeting you..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #13 June 18, 2002 QuoteBTW - it was nice meeting you.....Likewise. It was great, I met around 5 or 6 more DZ.commers I hadn't met before, that always rocks. Oh, and I saw Freaksis, I hadn't seen her in forever.AerialsSo up highWhen you free your lives (the) eternal prize Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TequilaGirl 0 #14 June 18, 2002 I would have love to have a few beers with you guys - but I had to go to bed early b/c of the big-ways......so next time you are at Spaceland we will all have to party together...... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #15 June 18, 2002 And Hey, now that Chromie is being held captive by nws01, its okay to have a little fun with TG without being hunted down by a jealous Chromie....It was , as always, most excellent to see so many DZ.commers in one place, having a good time... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TequilaGirl 0 #16 June 18, 2002 Be careful NacMac - I think I see a bat coming your way....... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #17 June 18, 2002 Oh no, I'd better run away then, mebbe even flee the country.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites TequilaGirl 0 #18 June 18, 2002 I still think you should stay - how did your footage come out of the record......... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites nacmacfeegle 0 #19 June 18, 2002 I was filming stuff for inclusion in the 'boogie' tape for EZ......so if it's worth watching, you'll probably see it.......I've been talking with Eric about a few ideas to pep up the inevitable film......I've a little experience in this sort of thing. So hopefully although the record didn't build, EZ will do you all proud and make a kick ass boogie tape......It was emotional. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ChromeBoy 0 #20 June 18, 2002 Since I know your leaving soon I will allow you to play with TG. However, keep your hands to yourself and TG you cannot zip tie him or roll around on the mat with your oils!Into the brave new world, I hope I see you on the other side of this strange new world. - Richard Ashcroft Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites TequilaGirl 0 #21 June 18, 2002 Yes it was very emotional.........I am still drained....... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites TequilaGirl 0 #22 June 18, 2002 Hey - I don't take orders from you!!!!!!!!!(*TG runs and hides*) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites nacmacfeegle 0 #23 June 18, 2002 Chromie, I gave her a hug for you....and one for me, TG was a wee smiley thing this weekend, but was too into her big ways to bust out the zip ties... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites ChromeBoy 0 #24 June 18, 2002 QuoteHey - I don't take orders from you!!!!!!!!!Don't make me come down there and spank that fine ass!Into the brave new world, I hope I see you on the other side of this strange new world. - Richard Ashcroft Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Jumperpaula 0 #25 June 18, 2002 Quote Now aren't you glad it's over?? It's over? We have a post event meeting to discuss our successes and what we could improve on this week. Then it MIGHT be over. It was really great to see so many jumpers at our DZ, but I can't say I won't appreciate a nice quite weekend of just the gang and endless tandems - at least for one weekend. What a wild ride it's been! GO on GO, and Present 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
TequilaGirl 0 #18 June 18, 2002 I still think you should stay - how did your footage come out of the record......... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #19 June 18, 2002 I was filming stuff for inclusion in the 'boogie' tape for EZ......so if it's worth watching, you'll probably see it.......I've been talking with Eric about a few ideas to pep up the inevitable film......I've a little experience in this sort of thing. So hopefully although the record didn't build, EZ will do you all proud and make a kick ass boogie tape......It was emotional. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChromeBoy 0 #20 June 18, 2002 Since I know your leaving soon I will allow you to play with TG. However, keep your hands to yourself and TG you cannot zip tie him or roll around on the mat with your oils!Into the brave new world, I hope I see you on the other side of this strange new world. - Richard Ashcroft Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TequilaGirl 0 #21 June 18, 2002 Yes it was very emotional.........I am still drained....... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TequilaGirl 0 #22 June 18, 2002 Hey - I don't take orders from you!!!!!!!!!(*TG runs and hides*) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nacmacfeegle 0 #23 June 18, 2002 Chromie, I gave her a hug for you....and one for me, TG was a wee smiley thing this weekend, but was too into her big ways to bust out the zip ties... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChromeBoy 0 #24 June 18, 2002 QuoteHey - I don't take orders from you!!!!!!!!!Don't make me come down there and spank that fine ass!Into the brave new world, I hope I see you on the other side of this strange new world. - Richard Ashcroft Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumperpaula 0 #25 June 18, 2002 Quote Now aren't you glad it's over?? It's over? We have a post event meeting to discuss our successes and what we could improve on this week. Then it MIGHT be over. It was really great to see so many jumpers at our DZ, but I can't say I won't appreciate a nice quite weekend of just the gang and endless tandems - at least for one weekend. What a wild ride it's been! GO on GO, and Present Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
