cbrown1311 0 #1 August 9, 2010 As a new skydiver, I was just wondering what are the big things you should never do, like for instance deploy on your back? I know this is a question for my instructor and believe me, he will get this question as well but I'm a big fan of getting multiple opinions. Thanks for any replies Craig Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #2 August 9, 2010 Don't ever forget that the rules and recommendations were the result of someone (or many someones) getting hurt or killed. Don't think that you are different or special when someone tells you that you need more experience when you want to do something. If 5 people give you advice that you don't want to hear (presuming that they are knowledgable enough to give that advice) don't go looking for someone else to tell you what you want to hear. Don't get complacent. Shit can happen in an instant. Last - NEVER EVER tell your instructor "But someone on DZ.com said...""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
cbrown1311 0 #3 August 9, 2010 Haha my instructor has 15000 jumps. Needless to say, I listen to what he says. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GLIDEANGLE 1 #4 August 9, 2010 Farting on the plane! The choices we make have consequences, for us & for others! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydiverkeith 1 #5 August 9, 2010 QuoteAs a new skydiver, I was just wondering what are the big things you should never do, like for instance deploy on your back? I know this is a question for my instructor and believe me, he will get this question as well but I'm a big fan of getting multiple opinions. Thanks for any replies Craig If you find yourself on your back under your hard deck, PULL ON YOUR BACK!Blue skies, Keith Medlock Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #6 August 9, 2010 QuoteAs a new skydiver, I was just wondering what are the big things you should never do... Pull. Pull at a safe altitude. Pull at a safe altitude while stable. And don't fuck the drop zone owner's daughter. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drewcarp 0 #7 August 9, 2010 I deployed on my back last week. Opened fine. Never forget your pull priorities, altitude is more important than stability. Granted I was at 12k so I probably should have rolled over first but now I know you can pitch on your back so if I am ever low and need something out quick I know what I'll do. There are lots of no no's in skydiving, most of them are described in the incidents forum. The biggest one is don't turn into a lesson for others Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deltron80 0 #8 August 9, 2010 when you get a new electronic gadget, you still have to remember to put on your rig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #9 August 9, 2010 Never say never. For (almost) all situations where there's a "never" there's probably also a damn good exception. But here's a couple: Never lose altitude awareness. Never stop trying to save your life."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpdude 0 #10 August 9, 2010 You should never,,, Ever patronize in any way, a DZ that is either owned by, accepts gift certificates, or affiliated in any way with 1 800 Skyride, Adventure Sports/Skydiving, Plutian.com or any other alias of these company names. By doing so, you enable sLyride to further their scam! There's your skydiving no no, and it's your damn good exception!! Refuse to Lose!!! Failure is NOT an option! 1800skyrideripoff.com Nashvilleskydiving.org Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdathome 0 #11 August 9, 2010 Don't talk smack about your "rigger" behind his back! By him/her lunch and sodas often! Marriage is like a deck of cards. You start with two harts and a diamond only to discover you wish you had a club and a spade! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #12 August 9, 2010 Quote... I'm a big fan of getting multiple opinions These people scare me. They are the ones who usually throw out the opinions until they find one that is what they want to hear. Here's one... Don't let your ego try to out-fly your ass.My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 4 #13 August 9, 2010 Never approach a plane from the front or a helicopter from the rear. Behave as if all props and rotors are spinning even if you can see they aren't. Make it a habit. Never cross a runway without looking -- a LOT. If you see that old timers are pulling off and sitting out a few loads, find out why. There's probably a good reason like wind or dust devils.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
champu 1 #14 August 9, 2010 Quotewhat are the big things you should never do Never hit anything (an aircraft, another jumper, trees, the ground, etc.) going really fast. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
feuergnom 28 #15 August 9, 2010 simple: don't die from a skydiving related accident The universal aptitude for ineptitude makes any human accomplishment an incredible miracle dudeist skydiver # 666 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
headoverheels 333 #16 August 9, 2010 Never say "hey, watch this!" Even to yourself. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMiller 1 #17 August 9, 2010 Quote You should never,,, Ever patronize in any way, a DZ that is either owned by, accepts gift certificates, or affiliated in any way with 1 800 Skyride, Adventure Sports/Skydiving, Plutian.com or any other alias of these company names. By doing so, you enable sLyride to further their scam! There's your skydiving no no, and it's your damn good exception!! That's really hard to do in Southern California, seeing as how all DZs here accept those. Sorry, but I'm not going to drive 300 miles out of my way just because Elsinore and Perris take skyride. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sangi 0 #18 August 9, 2010 Stay away from dorkzone."Dream as you'll live forever, live as you'll die today." James Dean Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpdude 0 #19 August 9, 2010 Quote Stay away from dorkzone. Dorkzone? You mean www.astskydiving.com?Edited to remove link to sLyride website.Refuse to Lose!!! Failure is NOT an option! 1800skyrideripoff.com Nashvilleskydiving.org Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #20 August 9, 2010 Quote Haha my instructor has 15000 jumps. Needless to say, I listen to what he says. Just listen to Hashemi - he's a heck of a guy and a great instructor. Soon enough, you'll get the opportunity to talk to other instructors too and learn from them as well. (I'd rather a student focus on skydiving "do's" instead of "no's" - we practice what we think, so why not mentally practice doing things correctly). ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumpdude 0 #21 August 9, 2010 Quote Quote You should never,,, Ever patronize in any way, a DZ that is either owned by, accepts gift certificates, or affiliated in any way with 1 800 Skyride, Adventure Sports/Skydiving, Plutian.com or any other alias of these company names. By doing so, you enable sLyride to further their scam! There's your skydiving no no, and it's your damn good exception!! That's really hard to do in Southern California, seeing as how all DZs here accept those. Sorry, but I'm not going to drive 300 miles out of my way just because Elsinore and Perris take skyride. Start a boycott of the DZ's that take sLyride's tickets! They don't need them, especially DZ's like Perris. They have a really nice website and it comes up everywhere because they've done their SEO homework.Refuse to Lose!!! Failure is NOT an option! 1800skyrideripoff.com Nashvilleskydiving.org Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spootch 0 #22 August 9, 2010 Quote Don't talk smack about your "rigger" behind his back! By him/her lunch and sodas often! I like this kid! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CSpenceFLY 1 #23 August 9, 2010 Quote Stay away from dorkzone. Says the (fill in the blank) that is posting here. SF Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Psychonaut 0 #24 August 9, 2010 Never ask questions like this on the internet.Stay high pull low Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billeisele 130 #25 August 10, 2010 If you choose to ignore good advice and you smack the ground - no whining.Give one city to the thugs so they can all live together. I vote for Chicago where they have strict gun laws. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
