JohnRich 4 #1 May 19, 2008 For your info. News story:Thrill seekers need insurance "Speeding high over the Costa Rican jungle on a zip line sounded like a thrilling way for Jerry Shirley of Denver to see the lush tropical terrain around the coastal town of Jaco. All went well until he realized during his fifth ride that the leather gloves he was given to grip the cable were a sorry excuse for a braking system. "Unable to slow his rapid descent, Shirley slammed into an attendant and a tree at the bottom of the cable, shattering his left leg and ankle. It took three operations, 15 pins and screws and two plates to put Shirley's leg together again. "The decision to ride the zip line aside, Shirley made at least one smart travel decision: Before leaving the United States, he bought supplemental travel insurance, saving himself as much as $2,000 in out-of-pocket expenses. Shirley's misadventure is a good reminder for all travelers to check their insurance policy before trying a high-risk sport or outdoor adventure trip. Here's a look at what you should consider..."Source: Houston Chronicle Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Morrison79 0 #2 May 19, 2008 It took him 5 rides to realize that leather gloves are a shitty brake system Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZeG 0 #3 May 20, 2008 Quote It took him 5 rides to realize that leather gloves are a shitty brake system Well.. how many jumps did it take you to realise the chute is a shitty brake system sometimes too? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kkeenan 14 #4 May 20, 2008 Quote Well.. how many jumps did it take you to realise the chute is a shitty brake system sometimes too? At least they have those "Stopping Ropes" to pull when you land._____________________________________ Dude, you are so awesome... Can I be on your ash jump ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZeG 0 #5 May 20, 2008 Quote Quote Well.. how many jumps did it take you to realise the chute is a shitty brake system sometimes too? At least they have those "Stopping Ropes" to pull when you land. Yeah those rope-stopping-thingies work pretty good Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
klingeme 1 #6 May 22, 2008 I thought they were "steering strings". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hackish 8 #7 May 23, 2008 At least in our sport we have an e-brake. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hausse 0 #8 May 23, 2008 Quote At least in our sport we have an e-brake. The ground? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
packerboy 3 #9 May 23, 2008 I've done that zip line near Jaco.. actually the leather gloves (although ExtREmeLY smelly) work just fine as a braking system if you aren't an idiot. Just a gentle tug on the wire and you come to a complete stop. I smell a Lutz. Worst case I had seen was that people were stopping too early and some had to zip out and get them and pull them in. I'm surprised however that he wasn't dumb enough to put his hand in front of the mechanism and run it through the gears. That part may be a little dangerous, but not being able to stop...... MORON. -------------------------------------------------- In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock. ~ Thomas Jefferson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #10 May 23, 2008 Is it XtreMe inSuRanCe? ... 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
