poesiekatje 0 #1 April 16, 2007 Hi all - I am writing an article for my Literay Journalism course and I need to gain as much information about skydiving as possible! Will you please help? This is for a grade, NOT publication. Thanks again to anyone who responds! 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane? When was your first jump? How many jumps have you done? 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? Why? 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving? Is there a nickname for a first-timer? 7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? Are they fearful? 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? How long after the incident did you return to the sport? What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? 16. Are you former military? Airborne? 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveorino 7 #2 April 16, 2007 Quote Hi all - I am writing an article for my Literay Journalism course and I need to gain as much information about skydiving as possible! Will you please help? This is for a grade, NOT publication. Thanks again to anyone who responds! 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane? the Airborne Sgt's boot on my butt. When was your first jump? May 1977 How many jumps have you done? 1200+ 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? Why? A great love -- and as a Tandem Instructor, I get to share it! 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? I feel a common bond with many who skydive 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? yes, for the most part 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? adventuresome Is there a certain type in your opinion? they come in ALL flavors 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving? whuffos Is there a nickname for a first-timer? newbie 7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? supportive or indifferent Are they fearful? no 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? no Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? no, I don't think on those lines, ever 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) is she selfish for wanting kids when so many orphans? 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? yes If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? made me more aware that you do everything right and still die. How long after the incident did you return to the sport? hours What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? none 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? varies, but it appears the most common for experienced jumpers is high speed landings 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? Yes, student, A license= beginner, B= intermediate, C = advanced, D= expert, coaches and instructors 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? rigging is done by riggers? Did yo mean packing? 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? parachute and conatiner with reserve, an altimeter is nice.. Are there certain brands you prefer? Performance Desgins & Mirage 16. Are you former military? yes Airborne? yes 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? I wouldn't, it is a personal decision 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! I'm flying at over 100 mph steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #3 April 16, 2007 Thanks again to anyone who responds! 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane?it looked like fun When was your first jump?24 March 2004 How many jumps have you done?just over 400 2.Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? I enjoy doing it... sometimes I refer to it as an addiction but since I can go for a few months without it I'm not sure it could be considered a true addiction but I'm not a psycologist.Why? cause it is fun 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before?I suppose but more or less in the same manner that I would feel when meeting someone else that is passionate about juggling (i.e. enjoys doing it, likes to talk about it...) 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? I think that there are a number of sub-cultures in the skydiving community... ok... I guess I don't understand the question... I know people from all walks of life that skydive... everything from doctors and lawyers, to carpenters and machinists... 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? all kinds of people... Is there a certain type in your opinion? not really... I would say outgoing people but since I'm not particularly outgoing that doesn't really work. 6.Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving?yes there is. Is there a nickname for a first-timer?first jumper, I don't know a student? 7.How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? they seem to have accepted it... Are they fearful? I think my mother worries a bit... but isn't that like her job and stuff? 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? How so? Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? Everytime I wake up in the morning... considering the world we live in everyday could be my last day just like the 20 some people at Virgina Tech today but I don't like to dwell on it. 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) Is it selfish to do something that I want to do? I suppose it is a little bit but no more so then wanting to go out and buy myself a car... getting myself a dog... meeting a nice girl and getting married... I try to find a balance in my life... skydiving is included in that balance... but I live under my own roof and don't answer to my mom... 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? Yes... If so, did this make you look at the sport differently?um... I don't know... How long after the incident did you return to the sport? after the first time I was at a DZ where someone died I jumped later that day. What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? more or less the same ones that I always deal with... 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? N/A, though I broke my hand on one of my jumps... 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? right now it appears to be related to canopy piloting errors. 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? um... I suppose... read the SIM (http://www.uspa.org/publications/SIM/2007SIM/SIM.htm) section three covers classifications of skydivers. 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? A lot... 15.What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? um... a main parachute and a reserve both packed within 120 days Are there certain brands you prefer? I like my rig but there are other great rigs available too... 16. Are you former military? former?!? I'm currently in the military Airborne? No, I'm an Air Force Geek 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? I don't generally try to convince people to jump... if someone wants to do it I'm happy to help them make it a reality... but if someone doesn't why would I want to make someone do it. 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! I probably can't... I'm an engineer (geek, nerd, whatever)... there are some tremendously well written experiences but I don't have the skills required to present my own experiences in a manner that others can understand and appreciate. IMHO Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
csbrady 0 #4 April 16, 2007 QuoteHi all - I am writing an article for my Literay Journalism course and I need to gain as much information about skydiving as possible! Will you please help? This is for a grade, NOT publication. Thanks again to anyone who responds! 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane? When was your first jump? How many jumps have you done? My buddy for a month and a half begged me to do a skydive with him. that was back in July and since then ive logged 173 jumps. 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? Why? For me it's probibly a great love for it. 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? Yes i do, and that is because very few people in this world jump out of planes. 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? lol where else do you get to have the thrill of jumping all day and then drinking all night.. 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? Anyone thats willing to have a lot of fun. 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving? Is there a nickname for a first-timer? Ive heard the term "Whuffo" before for someone who hasent been on a skydive. 7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? Are they fearful? My dad really wants to go on one. my mom is terrafied of it. 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? Ive never thought about that. 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) ive never felt selfish for skydiving. 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? How long after the incident did you return to the sport? What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? So far i havent seen and bad accidents. 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? N/A 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? Pushing the your personal limit 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? A-License, B-License, C, and D, and then you got different rating's. 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? Being certified by the FAA to pack reserve parachutes, and work on certain parts of the gear. 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? I jump a Wings container, Smart 160 Reserve, Vigil AAD, and a Sabre2 190 16. Are you former military? Airborne? Im currently in the USMC 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? i ask them if there looking for a good time. 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! Im on occasion a little nervouse before a jump if im trying something new. When the door opens it all goes away and i jump. you feel the air hit your face and you look straight down at the ground. when you go to pull, you reach back and throw your pilot-chute and then you saddle out in your harness as your parachute open's up. then you ride that down and land it in some cool way either swooping in your landing right on the X. Then you do it again and again... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites shermanator 4 #5 April 17, 2007 1. I probably saw skydivers at demo when i was younger. b. My first jump was Oct. 14, 2004. c. I have about 280 jumps. c. 2. It is both a great love, and an addiction. Not just for the skydiving, but for the people, the friends, and the relaxation. I don't get an adrenaline rush when i jump, but a calmness. 3. Yes, there is defidently a connection between fellow jumpers, even if we have never previously met. An example, I was looking to take a trip to northern california to visit a friend, and needed a place to stay, I mentioned it on a skydiving forum, and within less than a day had an opening in a room of someone who i had never met before. It is just the way we are. Unfortunately, that trip never happened. 4. Yes, It is a subculture, just like any sport, rock climbing, motorcross, skating, etc. etc. 5. There is NOT a certain type of people that skydive. That is one of the things that I love about the sport. It is a mix of adrenaline junkies, and just people who want to live. When I go to the dropzone, I am having a good time with people who are of every social class, some who are engineers, entreprenuers, very low income, living in trailors on the dz, rich, poor, middle, and NONE of that matters. When at the dropzone, it does not matter who youare, or what you do, you are all friends. It is one of the best feeling in the world. 6. The nickname for non-jumpers is Whuffo. it is short for, 'why for you jump out dem planes'. first timer.. BEEEEEER. 7. My parents accept my skydiving, I have gotten my stepdad to do a tandem for his birthday. My girlfriend doesn't like it too much, but i was jumping before we met, so she deals. 8. There is the chance of death, yes, but it is everywhere. I could be in a college class and shot to death, or driving to the dropzone and killed in a car wreck. I guess, No, i didn't take them into consideration, because i wanted to do something for me. 9. Sure, but isn't there a bit of selfishness in everything? 10. I have not lost anyone, but i have seen a couple people injured pretty badly. one of my friends broke his neck,made a full recovery, another, is still in the hospital, but is starting to look better. Don't let this discourage you, these are experienced jumpers, who make mistakes, they become too confident. the last few months, i had heard of a few incidents that had occured in other states, they scared me, but once i made a jump, i was fine. 11. 12. Pilot Error. though in this sport, one can do everything right, and still die, or do everything wrong, and still live. . Lately, incidents have been very experienced jumpers, executing menuevers too low to the ground. 13. Yes, in a way. there are Belly flyers *relative work* who generally fly belly to earth, with others, making formations. the worlds record is a 400-way. that is 400 people connected in freefall. As well, Freeflyers, which is every position thinkable, mostly in a sit position, head down, and stand, they achieve faster speeds. They fly relative to others as well, and try to take docks *connect*. also, accuracy, which is under canopy, trying to land on a target. and swoopers, who 'swoop' across the ground as they land, trying to get as much distance as possible. 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? There is a LOT that goes into it. the reserve, for instance, can only be packed by a FAA certified rigger, and must be repacked every 120 days. they are very detail oriented when packing a reserve. also, there are also repairs that can be made. It is not a simple task. 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? 16. I am a fun jumper, never been in the military. 17. I would not try to convince anyone to jump. I will just let them know how much I enjoy it, but also , that it is their own choice, and that they should not do it for anyone but themselves. 18. It is a feeling that I cannot describe vocally, let alone in text. It is relaxation, exhilarating, fun, all at the same time. The view depends on what type of jump I am doing, but can see for miles. Most people ask if it feels like a roller coaster, and the answer to that is NO. because the aircraft is already moving forward, when exiting, the jumper is also coninueing in that forward motion, so there is not a falling stomach sensation. as for hearing, just a lot of wind, though i have on occasion heard the yells of excitement from people i have been jumping with.CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Dumpster 0 #6 April 17, 2007 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane? When was your first jump? How many jumps have you done? Invited by a friend to go do a Tandem jump in Hinckley in August of 2000. Wanted to do it "just once". The following Spring I was in my first jump course, made about 25 jumps that year. I have 520 jumps now. 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? Why? A great love, not so much of the jump it self but the people. 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? Yes I beleive we do. 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? Depends on how you define a sub-culture. If you define Golf as a sub-culture, then yes. 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? I think we're definitely wired a little differently, yes. 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving? Is there a nickname for a first-timer? Never been on a skydive? = Whuffo - New to the sport? - Newbie. 7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? Are they fearful? I'm divorced - My kids think it's cool, my Mom dissaproves but respects my choices. Some siblings are OK with it others voice thier dissaproval. Skydiving has been known to put a strain on relationships. 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) Perhaps. 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? How long after the incident did you return to the sport? What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? Yes - twice in one year. It made me step back and take a look at what we do, but I was back in the air right away. It wasn't hard at all. 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? IMHO, human error. 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? A rig - (Main, reserve, container/harness) altimeter, goggles, good instruction. 16. Are you former military? Airborne? Air Force - Never jumped in the military. 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? You don't convince them - Lead them to the water but it's up to them to drink. 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! Trying to describe the experience to some one is like trying to describe an orgasm. You just have to do it to find out, and it's different for everyone. Easy Does It Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites mr2mk1g 10 #7 April 17, 2007 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane? Some guy called Tim who looked like he hadn't slept since 1982 When was your first jump? 2001 How many jumps have you done? about 450 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? yes Why? I love doing it and the people who do it with me 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? yes 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? yes 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? I don't think there is a "type" 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving? Is there a nickname for a first-timer? wuffo 7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? they bitch that I spend so much time doing it Are they fearful? nope 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? nope Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? yep - I felt they would be bummed... just like if I died in a motor acident 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) yes and no. It's inherrently selfish as only you gain something from it... but then again by those critiera virtually every pastime, sport or activity would be defined as selfish 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? yes If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? no How long after the incident did you return to the sport? the next day What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? none 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? n/a 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? pilot error 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? yes, they vary internationally. In the UK an A licence is the lowest licence for those just qualified (have demonstrated basic freefall and canopy skills), followed by B, (over 50 jumps +1 freefall qualification + a further canopy piloting qualification), followed by C (over 200 jumps +1 further freefall qualification), followed by D (over 1000 jumps). 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? a rigger... I think they're a kind of mamal 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? most jurisdictions require at least 2 parachutes attached to a common harness system. Some others will require additional saftey devices for some levels of parachutist or things like helmets or altimetres. Brand wise I'm open to most, yes I have my preferences but these usually change year on year as new things come out... kinda like cars 16. Are you former military? Airborne? nope 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? yes... though not friends - they're already exposed to it through me, if they want to jump they'll tell me so, I'm not gonna try and get them to 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! eugh... too much... try it - you might like it... or how about "It's the shit!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites laughn_gas 0 #8 April 17, 2007 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane?I've always wanted to jump since I was a kidWhen was your first jump?Sep. 2006 How many jumps have you done?8 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? Why? At this point for me, it's an addiction. I think as I get more experienced it will grow into a deep spiritual thing for me. 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? The people that I have met so far, Have been GREAT! I'm kind of a loner. I usually don't feel a deep conection with someone 'til I get to know them. But it seems that we all have something in common 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? Yes 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? I think there are types of people who gravitate towards adventure. 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving?Wuffo Is there a nickname for a first-timer? Newbie. Thats me7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving?100% supportive. Are they fearful? Wife,no. Parents, a bit. 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not?Yes. Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? Yes, and I think that God will take care of all that for me. 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) No. If my wife did not agree with it, I would not do it. My wife is there for me 100% of the time, and gives me 100% of herself, unselfishly. I will do the same for her. 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? How long after the incident did you return to the sport? What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? N/A 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? N/A 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? I would say, errors in canopy flight. 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? Yes. has already been answered 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? No experience. 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? Container with a main and reserve chute. Altimeter. 16. Are you former military?Airforce Airborne? No. 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? I would not even try. It's a personal decision to make. 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! Left my driveway and headed for the DZ for my first skydive excited. When I reached the DZ and filled out all the papers giving up all my rights, reality was starting to sink in.(Fear was starting to cloud my mind). But that was what I was here for. To have the shit scared out of me..... After the class, and watching a video reminding me that I have given up all my rights, My mind can't comprehend much due to the anticipation. People are talking to me and I am having a hard time understanding what they are saying, or should I say comprehending it. I Was trying not to show my fear, but it is an impossible task to do. BREATHE, BREATHE... "Inhale deeply and let it out", my TM was telling me. I had to force myself to stand in line waiting to board the aircraft. The fear was so intense that I just felt like walking to my car and taking off, even with their gear still on. I knew once I was in the air, I would not turn back. It seemed like as we got airborne, I calmed down a bit. My mind was still cluttered with thoughts, but I thought the hard part was over. I know we went over the skydive in the plane but don't remember much. The door opened and the fear came pouring in. Everyone was happy except for me. I knew that if I backed out now, I would never be able to forgive myself. As we inched towards the door I was handing my life over to my TM. As we were standing in the door it felt like forever. I actually felt annoyed, because I just wanted to get it over with at this point. I can remember the instant we left the aircraft the fear was gone and the beauty of the whole experience filled me. I thought to myself " This is why they do it". The air is crisp and clean. I have never smelt air that clean before. The view of the earth is a 360 degree miracle. I felt so humble and insignificant. I like the feeling of humbleness. It' makes me stop and appreciate things much more. The insignificance lets me know how small we really are, and that there is a much bigger picture out there than we think. POOOOFFFFFFF!!!!!! the canopy opens and there is a painful burning sensation in my groin. I'm trying to ignore it but it is powerful. I look down in between my legs at one point and see an eagle flying around below me. Beautiful but weird, I thought to myself. About halfway between me and the earth I'm watching this eagle fly around. My TM asks me if I want to fly the canopy and I decline. I wanted to soak this all up because this is the last time I ever do this. He asks me if I want a roller coaster ride and I'm ok with that. We start doing some turns and the pain in my crotch is unbearable. I get neausiated and had to hold back from yacking all over the sky. We touched down on earth. I did not like the feeling of being back on the ground. I loved the way I felt above the dirt, grass, trees and the eagles. As I was coming back to reality, someone asked me if I was going to do it again. My reply was something like" I don't think so". After my debrief with the TM I went into manifest and paid for my second jump. After my second jump I paid in full my AFP course. And here I am................... Sorry for the spelling and grammar mistakes!!!!!See ya in a minute. Peace out! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jtval 0 #9 April 17, 2007 QuoteHi all - I am writing an article for my Literay Journalism course and I need to gain as much information about skydiving as possible! Will you please help? This is for a grade, NOT publication. Thanks again to anyone who responds! 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane? When was your first jump? How many jumps have you done? I saw a skydiver when I was about 9 years old and thought it was the coolest thing. my first jump was june 1999 I will do my 1000th jump this weekend. 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? Why?yes, in my freetime i do video work for the dz. I organize regular groups (of first timers) to go to the dz/wind tunnel 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? most of the time-- its more like a common bond. 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? no. but it is not just a hobby it is a way of life. 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? happy people, confident people. competant people. sex, race, and creed make no difference. 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving? Is there a nickname for a first-timer?Whuffo 7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? Are they fearful? they have all gone skydiving since I started 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? it is my life. I am in the military, skydiving may have been the safest thing I have done at the time. I did and still do,however, research all kinds of safety and training issues so I can do my best NOT to be a statistic. 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.)No. I think there is selfishness in those who try to control others lives. you mom would lock you in a glass case if she thought it would protect you from the big bad world. in todays age you can die any where. just look at the news. maybe she should stop you from going to college now. Virginia tech just had 34 people murdered for no reason 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? How long after the incident did you return to the sport? What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? I lost a friend. I never stopped jumping. I felt sad and did a cross country sunset jump for her. it didn'tmake me look at the sport differently. I KNEW the dangers. 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? none 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? high speed landings. IMO. but that doesn't mean they should not be done. it menas they should be treated accordingly and respected. 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? Yes. read the SIM. 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? getting certified. i am not so I can not comment. although I do know a lot more than most people, apparently. 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? go talk to your local dropzone. 16. Are you former military? Airborne? Active duty military. not airbourne. 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? I never "convince" people. I answer their questions and let them decide if they would like to go. I do not try to hide the dangers but I do tell them about the freedom side of it as well. you can/should not convince anyone to go. it is their life and thier decision 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! you can not describe it to someone who has never jumped. I could write a 500 page aticle abou tthe feeling and you would think you understand. then after you made your first jump you would say "now, I know what you mean."My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites poesiekatje 0 #10 April 17, 2007 Thank you so much for your response! If you would like, I can send you a copy of my article once it is complete. In talking with all of you, I have decided to set-up my first tandem on April 28th. Then maybe I'll have an idea what it's like. Thanks again, T Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites steveorino 7 #11 April 18, 2007 That would be great! Have fun! And blue skies! steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skypuppy 1 #12 April 18, 2007 Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! ______________________________________________ see attached demo at sunsetIf some old guy can do it then obviously it can't be very extreme. Otherwise he'd already be dead. Bruce McConkey 'I thought we were gonna die, and I couldn't think of anyone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jtval 0 #13 April 18, 2007 SWEET! when you are done with your tandem I would love to see you anser these questionstell me if you understand the answers, from others, on a different level after you jump. 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shermanator 4 #5 April 17, 2007 1. I probably saw skydivers at demo when i was younger. b. My first jump was Oct. 14, 2004. c. I have about 280 jumps. c. 2. It is both a great love, and an addiction. Not just for the skydiving, but for the people, the friends, and the relaxation. I don't get an adrenaline rush when i jump, but a calmness. 3. Yes, there is defidently a connection between fellow jumpers, even if we have never previously met. An example, I was looking to take a trip to northern california to visit a friend, and needed a place to stay, I mentioned it on a skydiving forum, and within less than a day had an opening in a room of someone who i had never met before. It is just the way we are. Unfortunately, that trip never happened. 4. Yes, It is a subculture, just like any sport, rock climbing, motorcross, skating, etc. etc. 5. There is NOT a certain type of people that skydive. That is one of the things that I love about the sport. It is a mix of adrenaline junkies, and just people who want to live. When I go to the dropzone, I am having a good time with people who are of every social class, some who are engineers, entreprenuers, very low income, living in trailors on the dz, rich, poor, middle, and NONE of that matters. When at the dropzone, it does not matter who youare, or what you do, you are all friends. It is one of the best feeling in the world. 6. The nickname for non-jumpers is Whuffo. it is short for, 'why for you jump out dem planes'. first timer.. BEEEEEER. 7. My parents accept my skydiving, I have gotten my stepdad to do a tandem for his birthday. My girlfriend doesn't like it too much, but i was jumping before we met, so she deals. 8. There is the chance of death, yes, but it is everywhere. I could be in a college class and shot to death, or driving to the dropzone and killed in a car wreck. I guess, No, i didn't take them into consideration, because i wanted to do something for me. 9. Sure, but isn't there a bit of selfishness in everything? 10. I have not lost anyone, but i have seen a couple people injured pretty badly. one of my friends broke his neck,made a full recovery, another, is still in the hospital, but is starting to look better. Don't let this discourage you, these are experienced jumpers, who make mistakes, they become too confident. the last few months, i had heard of a few incidents that had occured in other states, they scared me, but once i made a jump, i was fine. 11. 12. Pilot Error. though in this sport, one can do everything right, and still die, or do everything wrong, and still live. . Lately, incidents have been very experienced jumpers, executing menuevers too low to the ground. 13. Yes, in a way. there are Belly flyers *relative work* who generally fly belly to earth, with others, making formations. the worlds record is a 400-way. that is 400 people connected in freefall. As well, Freeflyers, which is every position thinkable, mostly in a sit position, head down, and stand, they achieve faster speeds. They fly relative to others as well, and try to take docks *connect*. also, accuracy, which is under canopy, trying to land on a target. and swoopers, who 'swoop' across the ground as they land, trying to get as much distance as possible. 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? There is a LOT that goes into it. the reserve, for instance, can only be packed by a FAA certified rigger, and must be repacked every 120 days. they are very detail oriented when packing a reserve. also, there are also repairs that can be made. It is not a simple task. 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? 16. I am a fun jumper, never been in the military. 17. I would not try to convince anyone to jump. I will just let them know how much I enjoy it, but also , that it is their own choice, and that they should not do it for anyone but themselves. 18. It is a feeling that I cannot describe vocally, let alone in text. It is relaxation, exhilarating, fun, all at the same time. The view depends on what type of jump I am doing, but can see for miles. Most people ask if it feels like a roller coaster, and the answer to that is NO. because the aircraft is already moving forward, when exiting, the jumper is also coninueing in that forward motion, so there is not a falling stomach sensation. as for hearing, just a lot of wind, though i have on occasion heard the yells of excitement from people i have been jumping with.CLICK HERE! new blog posted 9/21/08 CSA #720 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dumpster 0 #6 April 17, 2007 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane? When was your first jump? How many jumps have you done? Invited by a friend to go do a Tandem jump in Hinckley in August of 2000. Wanted to do it "just once". The following Spring I was in my first jump course, made about 25 jumps that year. I have 520 jumps now. 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? Why? A great love, not so much of the jump it self but the people. 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? Yes I beleive we do. 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? Depends on how you define a sub-culture. If you define Golf as a sub-culture, then yes. 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? I think we're definitely wired a little differently, yes. 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving? Is there a nickname for a first-timer? Never been on a skydive? = Whuffo - New to the sport? - Newbie. 7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? Are they fearful? I'm divorced - My kids think it's cool, my Mom dissaproves but respects my choices. Some siblings are OK with it others voice thier dissaproval. Skydiving has been known to put a strain on relationships. 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) Perhaps. 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? How long after the incident did you return to the sport? What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? Yes - twice in one year. It made me step back and take a look at what we do, but I was back in the air right away. It wasn't hard at all. 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? IMHO, human error. 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? A rig - (Main, reserve, container/harness) altimeter, goggles, good instruction. 16. Are you former military? Airborne? Air Force - Never jumped in the military. 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? You don't convince them - Lead them to the water but it's up to them to drink. 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! Trying to describe the experience to some one is like trying to describe an orgasm. You just have to do it to find out, and it's different for everyone. Easy Does It Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #7 April 17, 2007 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane? Some guy called Tim who looked like he hadn't slept since 1982 When was your first jump? 2001 How many jumps have you done? about 450 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? yes Why? I love doing it and the people who do it with me 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? yes 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? yes 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? I don't think there is a "type" 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving? Is there a nickname for a first-timer? wuffo 7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? they bitch that I spend so much time doing it Are they fearful? nope 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? nope Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? yep - I felt they would be bummed... just like if I died in a motor acident 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) yes and no. It's inherrently selfish as only you gain something from it... but then again by those critiera virtually every pastime, sport or activity would be defined as selfish 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? yes If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? no How long after the incident did you return to the sport? the next day What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? none 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? n/a 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? pilot error 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? yes, they vary internationally. In the UK an A licence is the lowest licence for those just qualified (have demonstrated basic freefall and canopy skills), followed by B, (over 50 jumps +1 freefall qualification + a further canopy piloting qualification), followed by C (over 200 jumps +1 further freefall qualification), followed by D (over 1000 jumps). 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? a rigger... I think they're a kind of mamal 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? most jurisdictions require at least 2 parachutes attached to a common harness system. Some others will require additional saftey devices for some levels of parachutist or things like helmets or altimetres. Brand wise I'm open to most, yes I have my preferences but these usually change year on year as new things come out... kinda like cars 16. Are you former military? Airborne? nope 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? yes... though not friends - they're already exposed to it through me, if they want to jump they'll tell me so, I'm not gonna try and get them to 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! eugh... too much... try it - you might like it... or how about "It's the shit!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
laughn_gas 0 #8 April 17, 2007 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane?I've always wanted to jump since I was a kidWhen was your first jump?Sep. 2006 How many jumps have you done?8 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? Why? At this point for me, it's an addiction. I think as I get more experienced it will grow into a deep spiritual thing for me. 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? The people that I have met so far, Have been GREAT! I'm kind of a loner. I usually don't feel a deep conection with someone 'til I get to know them. But it seems that we all have something in common 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? Yes 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? I think there are types of people who gravitate towards adventure. 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving?Wuffo Is there a nickname for a first-timer? Newbie. Thats me7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving?100% supportive. Are they fearful? Wife,no. Parents, a bit. 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not?Yes. Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? Yes, and I think that God will take care of all that for me. 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.) No. If my wife did not agree with it, I would not do it. My wife is there for me 100% of the time, and gives me 100% of herself, unselfishly. I will do the same for her. 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? How long after the incident did you return to the sport? What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? N/A 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? N/A 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? I would say, errors in canopy flight. 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? Yes. has already been answered 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? No experience. 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? Container with a main and reserve chute. Altimeter. 16. Are you former military?Airforce Airborne? No. 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? I would not even try. It's a personal decision to make. 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! Left my driveway and headed for the DZ for my first skydive excited. When I reached the DZ and filled out all the papers giving up all my rights, reality was starting to sink in.(Fear was starting to cloud my mind). But that was what I was here for. To have the shit scared out of me..... After the class, and watching a video reminding me that I have given up all my rights, My mind can't comprehend much due to the anticipation. People are talking to me and I am having a hard time understanding what they are saying, or should I say comprehending it. I Was trying not to show my fear, but it is an impossible task to do. BREATHE, BREATHE... "Inhale deeply and let it out", my TM was telling me. I had to force myself to stand in line waiting to board the aircraft. The fear was so intense that I just felt like walking to my car and taking off, even with their gear still on. I knew once I was in the air, I would not turn back. It seemed like as we got airborne, I calmed down a bit. My mind was still cluttered with thoughts, but I thought the hard part was over. I know we went over the skydive in the plane but don't remember much. The door opened and the fear came pouring in. Everyone was happy except for me. I knew that if I backed out now, I would never be able to forgive myself. As we inched towards the door I was handing my life over to my TM. As we were standing in the door it felt like forever. I actually felt annoyed, because I just wanted to get it over with at this point. I can remember the instant we left the aircraft the fear was gone and the beauty of the whole experience filled me. I thought to myself " This is why they do it". The air is crisp and clean. I have never smelt air that clean before. The view of the earth is a 360 degree miracle. I felt so humble and insignificant. I like the feeling of humbleness. It' makes me stop and appreciate things much more. The insignificance lets me know how small we really are, and that there is a much bigger picture out there than we think. POOOOFFFFFFF!!!!!! the canopy opens and there is a painful burning sensation in my groin. I'm trying to ignore it but it is powerful. I look down in between my legs at one point and see an eagle flying around below me. Beautiful but weird, I thought to myself. About halfway between me and the earth I'm watching this eagle fly around. My TM asks me if I want to fly the canopy and I decline. I wanted to soak this all up because this is the last time I ever do this. He asks me if I want a roller coaster ride and I'm ok with that. We start doing some turns and the pain in my crotch is unbearable. I get neausiated and had to hold back from yacking all over the sky. We touched down on earth. I did not like the feeling of being back on the ground. I loved the way I felt above the dirt, grass, trees and the eagles. As I was coming back to reality, someone asked me if I was going to do it again. My reply was something like" I don't think so". After my debrief with the TM I went into manifest and paid for my second jump. After my second jump I paid in full my AFP course. And here I am................... Sorry for the spelling and grammar mistakes!!!!!See ya in a minute. Peace out! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #9 April 17, 2007 QuoteHi all - I am writing an article for my Literay Journalism course and I need to gain as much information about skydiving as possible! Will you please help? This is for a grade, NOT publication. Thanks again to anyone who responds! 1. What led you to want to jump out of an airplane? When was your first jump? How many jumps have you done? I saw a skydiver when I was about 9 years old and thought it was the coolest thing. my first jump was june 1999 I will do my 1000th jump this weekend. 2. Has it become an addiction, or at the very least, a great love? Why?yes, in my freetime i do video work for the dz. I organize regular groups (of first timers) to go to the dz/wind tunnel 3. Do you feel an instant connection with others who have been skydiving, even if you’ve never met them before? most of the time-- its more like a common bond. 4. Do you consider skydiving to be a sub-culture? no. but it is not just a hobby it is a way of life. 5. What kind of people do YOU think want to skydive? Is there a certain type in your opinion? happy people, confident people. competant people. sex, race, and creed make no difference. 6. Are there nicknames for people who haven’t been skydiving? Is there a nickname for a first-timer?Whuffo 7. How do your loved ones (spouse, parents, siblings, children, significant other) feel about your skydiving? Are they fearful? they have all gone skydiving since I started 8. Did you take your loved ones into consideration when deciding on whether you were going to skydive or not? Did you consider how it would affect your family if you were to be killed or severely injured? it is my life. I am in the military, skydiving may have been the safest thing I have done at the time. I did and still do,however, research all kinds of safety and training issues so I can do my best NOT to be a statistic. 9. Do you feel that there is a hint of selfishness in skydiving? (I ask this because my Mom thinks I’m selfish for wanting to try it.)No. I think there is selfishness in those who try to control others lives. you mom would lock you in a glass case if she thought it would protect you from the big bad world. in todays age you can die any where. just look at the news. maybe she should stop you from going to college now. Virginia tech just had 34 people murdered for no reason 10. Have you ever been involved in / witnessed / or lost a friend or loved one to a skydiving accident? If so, did this make you look at the sport differently? How long after the incident did you return to the sport? What issues did you have to overcome (physically, mentally, emotionally) in order to return? I lost a friend. I never stopped jumping. I felt sad and did a cross country sunset jump for her. it didn'tmake me look at the sport differently. I KNEW the dangers. 11. If you were the one who was involved, what kind of injuries did you sustain? none 12. If you know, what is the most common cause of skydiving accidents? high speed landings. IMO. but that doesn't mean they should not be done. it menas they should be treated accordingly and respected. 13. Are there different levels/classifications of a skydiver and, if so, what do they mean? Yes. read the SIM. 14. What goes into rigging a parachute? getting certified. i am not so I can not comment. although I do know a lot more than most people, apparently. 15. What kind of equipment do you need to skydive? Are there certain brands you prefer? go talk to your local dropzone. 16. Are you former military? Airborne? Active duty military. not airbourne. 17. How would you convince someone that has never tried it to jump? I never "convince" people. I answer their questions and let them decide if they would like to go. I do not try to hide the dangers but I do tell them about the freedom side of it as well. you can/should not convince anyone to go. it is their life and thier decision 18. Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! you can not describe it to someone who has never jumped. I could write a 500 page aticle abou tthe feeling and you would think you understand. then after you made your first jump you would say "now, I know what you mean."My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poesiekatje 0 #10 April 17, 2007 Thank you so much for your response! If you would like, I can send you a copy of my article once it is complete. In talking with all of you, I have decided to set-up my first tandem on April 28th. Then maybe I'll have an idea what it's like. Thanks again, T Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveorino 7 #11 April 18, 2007 That would be great! Have fun! And blue skies! steveOrino Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skypuppy 1 #12 April 18, 2007 Lastly, please describe in vivid detail the experience and feelings of jumping out of an airplane and falling toward the earth. What do you see, feel (both physically and emotionally), hear, smell, taste (?) – be specific, I want to relive this jump with you! ______________________________________________ see attached demo at sunsetIf some old guy can do it then obviously it can't be very extreme. Otherwise he'd already be dead. Bruce McConkey 'I thought we were gonna die, and I couldn't think of anyone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #13 April 18, 2007 SWEET! when you are done with your tandem I would love to see you anser these questionstell me if you understand the answers, from others, on a different level after you jump. My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
