point_code 0 #26 August 23, 2005 I've chewed copenhagen in freefall. I just can't spit until I'm under canopy, and even then I've found that it's a good idea to have the wind at my back when doing so. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #27 August 23, 2005 I have chewed gum on my last 2,000 jumps. gum hides my bad breath and makes it easier to clear my ears. What is the fuss? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pilotdave 0 #28 August 23, 2005 QuoteI just can't spit until I'm under canopy, and even then I've found that it's a good idea to have the wind at my back when doing so. Wind at your back under canopy? That's a neat trick. Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buried 0 #29 August 23, 2005 I do know some people who shouldn't walk and chew gum.. It's just the decision of the jumper. How often do you have your mouth open enough during FF to have a chance to choke on the gum? Where is my fizzy-lifting drink? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #30 August 23, 2005 QuoteWind at your back under canopy? That's a neat trick. Grab both sides of the risers, pull them in together, and jerk your body around so you're in a 1/2 line twist. Not that hard. I know someone who's done it when it was a really long climb and they couldn't wait until landing to take a whiz.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #31 August 23, 2005 QuoteHow often do you have your mouth open enough during FF to have a chance to choke on the gum? Some people do keep their mouth open. I pretty much keep it open the whole time in freefall. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pilotdave 0 #32 August 23, 2005 QuoteGrab both sides of the risers, pull them in together, and jerk your body around so you're in a 1/2 line twist. Not that hard. Hehe, yeah, I just don't think that's what he was describing. Dave Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstime 0 #33 August 23, 2005 I tihink some ppl should put an altoid in the poop shute Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #34 August 24, 2005 I don't think you have to have your mouth open in order to swallow the gum. I'm thinking more of a funnel and I get kicked, suck in some air, and down goes the gum. Sorry, I'm not willing to take the chance. Free fall isn't that long, I can have some gum after I land.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
point_code 0 #35 August 24, 2005 well, it's minimal traveling downwind in brakes. Anyhow, it worked, and I didn't even get any on my jumpsuit Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buried 0 #36 August 24, 2005 ha you both are speaking to someone who doesn't chew gum so what do i know? I see humor was lost here. oh well.. carry on Where is my fizzy-lifting drink? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanglesOZQld 0 #37 August 24, 2005 Can chew anytime in freefall no problems but I would hesitate in letting a Tandem passenger take some in freefall! Bad enough being thrown up on (though never happened yet >1,000 tandems !). Don't want to wear some second hand gum either!! BSBD! -Mark. "A Scar is just a Tattoo with a story!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Eule 0 #38 August 24, 2005 QuotePersonally, I prefer something like Altoids mints over a piece of gum. While waiting to board the plane for my first AFF jump, I noticed that one of my instructors had a round can in the leg pocket of his jump suit. I asked him if it was Skoal and he said no, it was Altoids. He passed out the mints right after we got off the ground and it did help with the dry mouth (in comparison to later jumps when I didn't take a mint). The mint was all gone even before we got to altitude. Eule Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frost 1 #39 August 24, 2005 May be not. The other day i was chewing a piece of gum on a jump... as i was doing my 270 on the final, the damn thing was blown into my throat, i had to almost HAD to puke it out. It didnt go down the wind pipe, so i wouldnt choke, but i definitely almost swallowed it. I guess if you chew - just dont open your mouth :)SoFPiDaRF - School of Fast Progress in Downsizing and Radical Flying. Because nobody knows your skills better than you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ncrowe 0 #40 August 24, 2005 I chew gum almost every jump ,it helps my ears, I try to spit it out before exit but sometimes I forget and I'm forced to spit it at whoever I'm jumping with during exit "Don't Mess Around With the Guy in Shades- Oh No!!! " Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goose491 0 #41 August 24, 2005 Quote I chew gum almost every jump ,it helps my ears, I try to spit it out before exit but sometimes I forget and I'm forced to spit it at whoever I'm jumping with during exit Grrrr! I landed with gum on my rig once because of your type! lol In your mouth or in the trash. That stick of 'Extra' chewing gum in the television commercial can skydive and make a quick parachute from it's wrapper... other gum shouldn't solo. My Karma ran over my Dogma!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeth 0 #42 August 24, 2005 QuoteMay be not. The other day i was chewing a piece of gum on a jump... as i was doing my 270 on the final, the damn thing was blown into my throat, i had to almost HAD to puke it out. It didnt go down the wind pipe, so i wouldnt choke, but i definitely almost swallowed it. I guess if you chew - just dont open your mouth :) See! There U have it!! Exactly what I don't want to deal with when I'm trying to sidebody someone at 8000ft! And I think the same risk is there for a first-time tandem, so I wouldn't let them. The mint is definitely a better idea for bad breath/dry mouth. BTW, I can't believe this thread is still alive! LOL! "At 13,000 feet nothing else matters." PFRX!!!!! Team Funnel #174, Sunshine kisspass #109 My Jump Site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HydroGuy 0 #43 August 25, 2005 I chew gum or altoids so that when belly flyers fart I don't have to smell it!!!Get in - Get off - Get away....repeat as neccessary Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
benpat 0 #44 August 26, 2005 I've made over 1500 skydives and made it a point to chew gum on every jump.Part of my pre jump check.....altimiter, AAD, Hackey,Gum,.....How's it going Scott,...Remember dispatching me........ Suspicious......Maybe....................................Quote Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
phoenixlpr 0 #45 August 26, 2005 I usually take chewing gum before flight. It help equalizing the pressure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflycracker 0 #46 August 26, 2005 Chewed gum for 400 jumps or so. No problems. Then I threw out, looked up to watch the opening and as the canopy caught air it gave a little tug and sent the gum down the back of my throat. Still had enough air in my lungs to get it back up after a couple tries. Scary nonetheless. Switched to mints and the like that can be chewed up and swallowed when the door opens. Its a choice Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyd1ve 0 #47 August 29, 2005 i am also an avid gum-chewer, and have chewed it on most of my skydives thus far =) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
