ECVZZ 0 #26 March 17, 2003 Used to enjoy freefall much more, but these days I'm really starting to have fun with the canopy ride. Exits are a kick in the ass too. I like to exit in a recliner position or into forward flips just for fun. Although they're not always stable, I'm learning everytime I exit, and I enjoy some of the looks and comments I get from the belly fliers! G. Jones "I've never been quarantined. But the more I look around, the more I think it might not be a bad idea." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
coconutmonkey 0 #27 March 17, 2003 I really, really, really like it when the canopy opens! Yeah! It worked! Hearts & Minds 2 to the Heart- 1 to the Mind- Home of the Coconut Lounge, Spa, & Artillery Range Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iflyme 0 #28 March 17, 2003 Turning points is fun, and freeflying is real cool too, but I think I like flying my canopy just a tiny bit more! I love to clear and pull in the summer wearing just shorts and a t-shirt, then just fly around. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rocketfeuille 0 #29 March 17, 2003 Right now, freefall tops the canopy ride... But, I'm riding an old, lumbering PD210. When I can afford a ZP 160 (1:1), then I think that they'll both be about the same... I jumped a Triathlon 170 last weekend and I had a blast! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JoHawley 0 #30 March 17, 2003 I hated the exit during the first few dives after I had finished my AFF. For about half a dozen jumps, I went out eyes closed thinking "it's ok, you'll be in freefall in a moment". No idea why I had such a problem, but now it is one of the best moments! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyhi 24 #31 March 17, 2003 Use to be the freefall, but then I bought a smaller canopy and discover its front riser. That can turn a jump with a funneled exit into a good skydive.Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stilettodude 0 #32 March 18, 2003 I like them both. On no-winder days i like to dedicate my time to "SWOOPING" but sometimes its fun to get a big-way speedstar together and see just how fast you can get there! Philip "HOW LOW CAN YOU GO?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #33 March 18, 2003 Canopy ride BABY! Now, to crank up the jump numbers so i can convince my rigger to let my fly his VX.... It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
betzilla 56 #34 March 18, 2003 Quote"exiting" is the best for me I think that's my favorite too. It's the leap of faith. And I love flying my canopy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dreamsville 0 #35 March 18, 2003 I answered "both equally", but it differs a little bit depending upon the jump. I'll always love the canopy ride for the beauty and navigational fun. In freefly, I have the best fun after exit on the jumps where we are smooth and in each others faces. In R/W, I love being a diver at exit and having the formation below me against the Earth as I swoop toward it and slow down for the pin. Everyone on this forum has his/her dreams, and I'm visualizing my experiences as I write this. Pure joy.I couldn't resist. I edited this and attached a pic of this RW jump on approach, which has Harry Parker Jr. top center and Adrian Nicholas orbiting on the upper right. This would be a Melonhead jump. | I don't drink during the day, so I don't know what it is about this airline. I keep falling out the door of the plane. Harry, FB #4143 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumppilot01 0 #36 March 19, 2003 Quote you left one option/selection out, "exiting" is the best for me. the split second where right before you hurl yourself into clean air, the thought passes through my mind every time, is this the day? and the second best feeling, is the feeling of "no turning back" after your outside the jumpship. YEAH! I agree. The "holy s*it, I'm really doing this" feeling. The exit has always been the coolest part for me...you are leaving what oyu know and trusting your life to your skills and equipment. -Jump Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eyeinthesky 0 #37 March 26, 2003 everything AFTER the point when i let go of the strut. once i realize "phuk, i cant stop it now". the freefall, still a student in 45 sec delays, is fun, but the relief as i reach for the cord, pull, and feel the snap of the 288 opening....aahhhhhhhh. then the challenge of trying to get at least 75 feet closer to the target than last time..... doughey, i was stupid before stupid was cool! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aero04 0 #38 March 26, 2003 Yes, the exit is awesome. But I'm here for the freefall. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beemertec 0 #39 March 26, 2003 Definitely the exit. Nothing like looking out the door and then just going for it. Blue Skies Steve Ok, so it's pink, but I'm secure in my manhood, and I still look cool coming in under it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Professor 0 #40 March 26, 2003 Coming out of the corner, definitely. Nothing beats the rush of diving at the ground and pulling out. Blues Ted Like a giddy school girl. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivejersey 0 #41 March 26, 2003 Exit great. I also love that split second you get just after exit where you sort of float, having shed most of the speed of the plane and haven't quite started falling yet. Fantastic. I could just relive that moment over and over again... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KariLB 0 #42 March 26, 2003 when i first started exits were thee SCARIEST for me(what the hell did i know about fun before skydiving??). NOWWWW that's the part i love most Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NoShitThereIWas 0 #43 March 27, 2003 I like the high anxiety just before and during exit on a 10 way speed formation dive (epsecially during Nationals) or multi aircraft formation skydives. Roy Bacon: "Elvises, light your fires." Sting: "Be yourself no matter what they say." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChileRelleno 0 #44 March 28, 2003 The "WHOLE" experience, plane ride,exit,freefall,deployment,canopy ride and the landing. ChileRelleno-Rodriguez Bro#414 Hellfish#511,MuffBro#3532,AnvilBro#9, D24868 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brettpobastad 0 #45 April 6, 2003 You said it, SB! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brokeneagle 0 #46 April 6, 2003 the anticipation of the exit itself and the overwhelming feeling of release/relief as I throw myself from the plane out into the gorgeous, ever-changing ocean of air where I belong....... then the freefall- still cautious under canopy yet, but learning to enjoy that, 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
Jethers203 0 #47 April 7, 2003 I love them both. The best part of the skydive for me is the exit, but closing on a big formation is a close second. Getting there before everyone else is the grand prize. Canopy rides are the shit as well. Landing in front of spectators especially on DEMOs are a rush. John D-24352 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Designer 0 #48 April 7, 2003 O.K. so I don,t go with the crowd on this one.Like to say both equally,but it just would,nt be true.Flying your canopy safely and accurately was a big thing when I started.Just the simple pleasure of you and your parachute working well together gave me some great thrills and memories. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robskydiv 0 #49 April 7, 2003 Freefall would be my answer. But shooting the dot comes in second. Harry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John4455 0 #50 April 8, 2003 Break off, where I know that I have to turn and burn. I get a surge of adrenaline at that point knowing that I have to track hard and fast, finally getting a look at the planet as I track, knowing that I have to get that pilot chute out so I can have a good canopy at a respectable altitude. How do ya like it Johnny? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
