jbelanger86 0 #1 January 22, 2018 These jumps really turned a corner for me. It was the first time I began to feel comfortable with the wind and leaving the plane. I have to share my videos cause I’m just so proud of myself. I still need to work on altitude awareness, and keeping my feel together, but I think I did pretty well. I passed at least lol. AFP #4: https://youtu.be/U7nDrlXzYZ8 AFP #5 (the best one I think) https://youtu.be/EYzB3Bv1iLkI might be a little obsessed.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Placcypaddy 0 #2 January 22, 2018 Fantastic you look so stable Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbelanger86 0 #3 January 22, 2018 Yeah I was a bit surprised at how natural I felt. Like I didn’t have to think about it much. The stability was rather easy. The turns were a bit harder cause I kept wanting my legs to join in the turns lol.I might be a little obsessed.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AtrusBatleth 0 #4 January 23, 2018 Awesome job! I love reading the enthusiasm, it reminds me of when I first started. I was sharing my videos with anyone who would listen. Any line twists on that level 5 jump? You'll figure out the turns, just takes some practice. 10-15 minutes in a wind tunnel can help get there faster, but as long as you're not having to repeat levels I say spend your money on jump tickets. Max Peck What's the point of having top secret code names, fellas, if we ain't gonna use 'em? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joellercoaster 6 #5 January 23, 2018 Awesome! *click* -- "I'll tell you how all skydivers are judged, . They are judged by the laws of physics." - kkeenan "You jump out, pull the string and either live or die. What's there to be good at? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shorehambeach 9 #6 January 23, 2018 Well done Keep going Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbelanger86 0 #7 January 23, 2018 Yeah, i guess im not so different. Im not normally the type to brag but its soooo hard to resist. LOL. Luckily no line twists, after watching the video i was wondering why, because I was in a spin when i opened. Cant seem to figure out how to stay stable on pull, i always turn to the left. I honestly would have liked some tunnel time before level 5, cause i was so nervous about being on my own, but now that ive felt the controls (arms and legs) I think I will probably be ok.I might be a little obsessed.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbelanger86 0 #8 January 23, 2018 Yup. Everything *clicked* LOLI might be a little obsessed.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbelanger86 0 #9 January 23, 2018 Whats this about? Someone who doesnt jump say this? You jump out, pull the string and either live or die. What's there to be good at?I might be a little obsessed.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ringleader 1 #10 January 23, 2018 The videos are awesome! Congratulations! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baronn 111 #11 January 24, 2018 Geez, Dude. That's super solid. Can't see any reason the instructor needed to be holding you. keep it up Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joellercoaster 6 #12 January 25, 2018 jbelanger86You jump out, pull the string and either live or die. What's there to be good at? I can't actually remember who I got this from - someone on this forum, quoting a non-jumper, yes! I was tickled. Coaching on the internet is worth what you paid for it so I won't indulge, here, but: there's a very good reason you are turning when you pull, and your instructors will definitely be able to point it out. It's a simple thing that will go away with practice and awareness - you are really close. (Similarly when you check your alti you turn - body awareness will come.)-- "I'll tell you how all skydivers are judged, . They are judged by the laws of physics." - kkeenan "You jump out, pull the string and either live or die. What's there to be good at? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #13 January 25, 2018 Joellercoaster***You jump out, pull the string and either live or die. What's there to be good at? I can't actually remember who I got this from - someone on this forum, quoting a non-jumper, yes! I was tickled. Sometimes I have an amazing memory for small details like that. Other times I can't remember to tie my own shoes. IIRC (and it's kind of a coin toss on this one), it was one of John Mitchell's ATC coworkers who originally said it."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joellercoaster 6 #14 January 25, 2018 Yes! I thought it might have been a post of his too but I wasn't 100%. Ordinarily I would have an attribution for the quote, but the signature limit on dz.com doesn't give me enough room.-- "I'll tell you how all skydivers are judged, . They are judged by the laws of physics." - kkeenan "You jump out, pull the string and either live or die. What's there to be good at? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbelanger86 0 #15 January 25, 2018 QuoteCoaching on the internet is worth what you paid for it so I won't indulge, here, but: there's a very good reason you are turning when you pull, and your instructors will definitely be able to point it out. It's a simple thing that will go away with practice and awareness - you are really close. (Similarly when you check your alti you turn - body awareness will come.) I always take what I hear with a grain of salt, it’s still nice to have y’all take a look and throw out ur opinion. I always ask my instructor if there’s something that interests me that I hear 😁I might be a little obsessed.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deaconfrost 2 #16 January 25, 2018 Congrats! I just finished my STP (AFF at Spaceland Atlanta) a couple of weeks ago and I remember those feelings oh so well. I still feel them and when something clicks while I'm jumping it gives me that giddy giggle in my soul. Keep it up! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
