ben.f 0 #1 July 22, 2009 Hello guys! I am very new to this sport and its scene, just have my first tandem right behind me. Was one of the greatest things I've ever experienced. So I am thinking about moving forward and to do an AFF. This won't be possible before I finish my studies (money wise). So I've got plenty of time to get deeply into the topic and know as much about the sport and its originalities: I can't get enough information about skydiving, the gear, the risks, etc. pp. So: Can anyone recommend a book which explains all the basics (jargon, physics behind it...) and gives a wholistic overview? Thank you very much! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
virgin-burner 1 #2 July 22, 2009 Quote Hello guys! I am very new to this sport and its scene, just have my first tandem right behind me. Was one of the greatest things I've ever experienced. So I am thinking about moving forward and to do an AFF. This won't be possible before I finish my studies (money wise). So I've got plenty of time to get deeply into the topic and know as much about the sport and its originalities: I can't get enough information about skydiving, the gear, the risks, etc. pp. So: Can anyone recommend a book which explains all the basics (jargon, physics behind it...) and gives a wholistic overview? Thank you very much! yea, the author is "who gives a fuck" and the book is called "go out and JUMP!!!" check the DFV's homepage for something, or download the SIM from uspa..“Some may never live, but the crazy never die.” -Hunter S. Thompson "No. Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try." -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shropshire 0 #3 July 22, 2009 The Americans have got one that they are always banging on about ... called the SIM. Could be worth a read otherwise.. as VB said get thee to a Drop Zone and chat with folk. Have fun (.)Y(.) Chivalry is not dead; it only sleeps for want of work to do. - Jerome K Jerome Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meux 0 #4 July 22, 2009 Consider "The Skydiving Handbook" by Dan Poynter and Mike Turoff. Parts of it are dated, but there are some really good basics. There is a lot to be said for hanging around a dz as well. Blue Skies Mo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fmmobley 0 #5 July 22, 2009 +1 on "The Skydiving Handbook" by Dan Poynter and Mike Turoff. Great book.. not filled with technical Jargon. Understandable to someone who is considering skydiving.... Marion Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kingbunky 3 #6 July 22, 2009 The Parachute and its Pilot by Brian Germain. Not the skydiving bible, but definitely high on the reading list."Hang on a sec, the young'uns are throwin' beer cans at a golf cart." MB4252 TDS699 killing threads since 2001 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GLIDEANGLE 1 #7 July 22, 2009 Here is the USPA SIM: http://www.uspa.org/SIM.aspx Begin reading at Section 4 (The integrated student program). You can buy a hard copy, download a pdf copy, or read it online.The choices we make have consequences, for us & for others! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MiamiJumper 0 #8 July 22, 2009 +1 on "The Skydiving Handbook" by Dan Poynter and Mike Turoff. I was able to pick mine up from Amazon.com for less than $2.00. (used copy) perfect condition. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
