Got an idea from tv, need advice to execute

[wmw999 2,452]

We used to do a lot of hoop jumps at the old Spaceland (the first NSCSA was there). We used a weighted hoop because it was sturdier and easier to control, but it is less forgiving of the jumper who goes through it too low.

It's actually a serious exercise in control; when you mess up, you mess it up for everyone. But it's also way fun. I wouldn't suggest going for a full-up SCSA with a bunch of junior zoomies; 3-4 flying through the hoop and making a star on the other side.

Wendy W.
SCSA 136
NSCSA 26

There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown)

[xlh883 0]

Thanks for posting this. It looks like a lot of fun. I might give a try at getting some folks to try it this weekend. I don't know if I am good enough to be that accurate, but I wanna try. Will be fun regardless. Time to have fun at this skydiving stuff, no more deep instruction. Woohoo!

David

[mjosparky 4]

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Here is a good video from the hoop dive we did last year at the West Point Halloween boogie. They're a lot of fun!

http://www.skydivingmovies.com/ver2/pafiledb.php?action=file&id=2909&string=hoop

It looks like everyone is trying to stay on level with the hoop while going through it. The secret is to aim for a point about 6 to 8 feet below the hoop and about 6 to 8 feet past it.

My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals

[fastphil 0]

Got hooped yet?? Don't forget you have to carry the hoop outta the plane without dropping it too. I'd hate to be emptyhanded in front of 9 skydivers who think I owe them a jump ticket, all the while wondering where a safe spot to pull is.

Looks cool on a patch too (pic)...