skysrock 0 #1 December 30, 2005 Can someome please tell me where I can go to learn all the "slang" you guys use here? What's a "flower" exit? Is there another word you guys call "slang" as I am calling it right now? Being THIS new can be painful sometimes and I really hate to bug you all with my question. Is there a Skydiver's Dictionary some where that I can read?Please help a girl out??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkyTango 0 #2 December 30, 2005 “Slang" is an Afrikaans word (one of the languages spoken in South Africa. Much like Dutch) for SNAKE... . Hope that helps. JC If you woke up breathing, congratulations! You get another chance. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
topper 0 #3 December 30, 2005 It's not "slang" is terminology, and this may help. There is a very similar page on DZ but can't find it. http://www.kturby.com/skydive/terms.htm Topper Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dumpster 0 #4 December 30, 2005 Or spend more time at your DZ - You'll learn lots of technical stuff there! Easy Does It Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Orange1 0 #5 December 30, 2005 Quote“Slang" is an Afrikaans word (one of the languages spoken in South Africa. Much like Dutch) for SNAKE... . Hope that helps. JC And of course, the Mamba is a slang Skydiving: wasting fossil fuels just for fun. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
reddevil1 0 #6 December 30, 2005 I still aint go a clue, what people are talking about now. Just nodd and laugh when they do, works for me. The point of no return what a rush. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NelKel 0 #7 December 30, 2005 What's a "flower" exit?<<<<<<<<<<<< Head down where the participans have a one handed grip in the center. They may be more, I don't know._________________________________________ Someone dies, someone says how stupid, someone says it was avoidable, someone says how to avoid it, someone calls them an idiot, someone proposes rule chan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
micro 0 #8 December 30, 2005 QuoteQuote“Slang" is an Afrikaans word (one of the languages spoken in South Africa. Much like Dutch) for SNAKE... . Hope that helps. JC And of course, the Mamba is a slang I got your slang right here, buddy. It's just a small, harmless slang. I miss Lee. And JP. And Chris. And... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 2 #9 December 30, 2005 Here's a link to a skydiving glossary you may wish to bookmark: http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/safety/detail_page.cgi?ID=35 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skysrock 0 #10 December 30, 2005 Thank you guys I got exactly what I was looking for....study time! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AFFI 0 #11 December 30, 2005 The Slang you are inquiring about is not important. Do you drive? Then you know what brakes are, a speedometer, airbag – stuff like that but you likely don’t know what terminology a professional race car driver or a mechanic might use – same difference. If skydiving is calling you then don’t bog yourself down with all the mumbo jumbo. Learn about the safety systems (gear) and how to safely utilize the equipment. Another words become a good skydiver by learning how to do it safely every time. The glossary they pointed you toward in the forum will help you with the basics but is not all inclusive, you will pick up on the terminology as you progress in the sport, don’t be in a hurry.Mykel AFF-I10 Skydiving Priorities: 1) Open Canopy. 2) Land Safely. 3) Don’t hurt anyone. 4) Repeat… Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
apoil 0 #12 December 30, 2005 QuoteCan someome please tell me where I can go to learn all the "slang" you guys use here? What's a "flower" exit? Is there another word you guys call "slang" as I am calling it right now? Being THIS new can be painful sometimes and I really hate to bug you all with my question. Is there a Skydiver's Dictionary some where that I can read?Please help a girl out??? Best way to learn the terminology is at the dropzone. Some of the terms are newer and wont be on line yet. Some terms are particular to regions. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SansSuit 1 #13 December 31, 2005 QuoteIs there another word you guys call "slang" as I am calling it right now? The language is called "Jumpinese". Peace, -Dawson. http://www.SansSuit.com The Society for the Advancement of Naked Skydiving Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andrelr 0 #14 January 8, 2006 Learn it at the DZ with beer... Definitely not something to study. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sky-pimp 0 #15 January 8, 2006 Try some of this on ya sky buddys , NEWARK SLANG YeHaaaaaaaaaaa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beverly 1 #16 January 9, 2006 QuoteQuoteQuote“Slang" is an Afrikaans word (one of the languages spoken in South Africa. Much like Dutch) for SNAKE... . Hope that helps. JC And of course, the Mamba is a slang I got your slang right here, buddy. It's just a small, harmless slang. Yea right it is harmless! It is like a mamba that just jumps out at you and all the girls get a fright?? Since you are all learning Afrikaans, next time you are trying to pick up a girl say. "Wil jy my slang sien?" Sure fire way to get a chick!! I think true friendship is under-rated Twitter: @Dreamskygirlsa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
