Salsa_John 0 #1 March 28, 2005 Been mulling the idea of having an annual packer/rigger appreciation day for the last month. I said something in ignorance about a the quality of someones pack jobs causing my off heading and diving opens. I got called on it and wanted to see what you all think. With more jumps, more time listening, and trying a different canopy, I understand there are many factors which can cause this, not the least of which is me. I hope I am in the minority in blaming my packer and for the record I appreciate the work they do. I could not do what they do. Having seen them slammed during a boogie, am impressed by their abilities. I personally, try to always do a combination. Though the packer said it is not a big deal, I feel I need to thank packers in general for, quite frankly, busting ass. KUDOS "You did what?!?!" MUFF #3722, TDSM #72, Orfun #26, Nachos Rodriguez Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #2 March 28, 2005 Love your packer or pack for yourself. Yes packers rule.Thank you packers for all that you do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stratostar 5 #3 March 28, 2005 I said something in ignorance about a the quality of someones pack jobs causing my off heading and diving opens.(quote) see sig line below! ~you can't pay for kids schoolin' with love of skydiving! ~ Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Designer 0 #4 March 28, 2005 TY,nobody worries more about the pack jobs that I get paid for than me.Always cking my work when I have the time.Mostly,my regulars treat me very well and know that I'm doing the best I can for them every pack job.With DST coming next weekend it will be start of the silly season where I stress a little more and will be "Extremely" busy and tired at the end of the day.Sometimes I'm so tired,I just want to go home take a hot shower,eat and sleep.But,they know I'll be back the next day ready to work my ass off for them again. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
divnswoop 0 #5 March 28, 2005 Quote I said something in ignorance about a the quality of someones pack jobs causing my off heading and diving opens. I got called on it and wanted to see what you all think. I hope I am in the minority in blaming my packer and for the record I appreciate the work they do. abilities. The "diving" your talking about is normally because the weight in the harness/your shoulders are not symetrical during the deployment....especially on a tapered canopy such as a spectre your jumping. Be easy on the packers...you might find yourself packing for yourself!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjoseph14k 0 #6 March 28, 2005 i tip anyone who packs for me. if i have a cut away i really wont mind because one could pack a perfect canopy and still have a mal. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dzkid39 0 #7 March 28, 2005 Thank you for the thread. I am glad people appreadiate us packers. but remember that everyone at the dz should get a thanks. our job is tough at times but so is everyone's job at the dz. Mabey there should be a staff appreaciation day. But thats just a thought. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conundrum 1 #8 March 28, 2005 I hate using a packer and after my brand new canopy has had enough use so I can pack it myself, I will be. I do like the packer I use however, and tip him nicely at the end of the day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Salsa_John 0 #9 March 28, 2005 Good Info. I'll keep that in mind as I fly my Spectre. I have found the opens much softer and to this point not off heading. Really love how they flare. Thanks "You did what?!?!" MUFF #3722, TDSM #72, Orfun #26, Nachos Rodriguez Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
windcatcher 0 #10 March 28, 2005 hi John-- I think having a rigger appreciation day would be cool, many times they do extra work, like my rigger didn't just pack my reserve, he assembled my whole rig together, my first one ever. I think a day of appreciation would be good, to honor their efforts, but I also think an everyday/ every weekend, whenever you use a packer/rigger appreciation/tipping is appropriate year round. I love my rigger! Thank you Spanky!!! Mother to the cutest little thing in the world... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisL 2 #11 March 28, 2005 What if the packers held a "Lazy bastards appreciation day" to show their gratitiude for all of us lazy bastards that are too lazy to pack for ourselves and therefore keep them in business __ My mighty steed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PsychoBob 0 #12 March 28, 2005 I bought a bottle of rum (his favorite) for my rigger after my first reserve ride. Now for good luck, I bring him one every time I get the reserve repacked. I always tip my favorite packer (SkygirlPC) Danielle. She's always does a good job, she's always smiling and she's so damn cute."I'm not a gynecologist but I will take a look at it" RB #1295, Smokey Sister #1, HellFish #658, Dirty Sanchez #194, Muff Brothers #3834, POPS #9614, Orfun Foster-Parent?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skygirlpc 0 #13 March 28, 2005 Thanks Bob! I am a packer at my dz, and as much fun as an appreciation day would be, who would do all the packing? Just kidding! I'm sure that your packer appreciates anything extra that you do for them. I love it when I get tips or even just a heart felt thank-you. I love it when I have somebody come and tell me what a good opening they had! Because, like someone else said i do worry about every pack job that I do. Maybe we should make a "give your packer/rigger a hug" day! Danielle "Life is either a great adventure or nothing." - Helen Keller Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
packerboy 3 #14 March 28, 2005 I would be happy if people would show their appreciation to their packers by simply setting their brakes and cocking their pilot chute when they bring their rig in for a pack job. It takes them 2 minutes to do so, and when packing 30 - 40 rigs in a day 2 minutes on each one is a lot of time and extra work. Could mean a little break between loads. . -------------------------------------------------- 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
justaflygirl 0 #15 March 28, 2005 Zhills has some great packers there in Nylon city... We always take care of them, they work so hard and always make sure we can make our loads! Thanks Guys and girls! (You know who you are!) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dqpacker 7 #16 March 29, 2005 As long as I have a beer in my hand at the end of the day I'm happy. Everyday that you use a packer should be packer appreciation day. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PsychoBob 0 #17 March 29, 2005 ***Maybe we should make a "give your packer/rigger a hug" day! QuoteNext time I see you I will declare it the "Offical Hug Your Packer Day" and give you a big one.P.S. I ain't huggin Rick though."I'm not a gynecologist but I will take a look at it" RB #1295, Smokey Sister #1, HellFish #658, Dirty Sanchez #194, Muff Brothers #3834, POPS #9614, Orfun Foster-Parent?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites VisionAir 0 #18 March 29, 2005 QuoteZhills has some great packers there in Nylon city... Todd is gay and his boss is by Huh?!? What cloud?!? Oh that!!! That's just Industrial Haze Alex M. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites sunshine 2 #19 March 29, 2005 My good customers take care of me with tips, drinks, lunch, etc. But overall i don't expect any of that. I'm getting paid to pack, it's my job. The appreciation is a bonus, but not required. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Buried 0 #20 March 30, 2005 combination of the above. I dont always have much $ but try to show it with something when i do, no matter how big or small Where is my fizzy-lifting drink? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
VisionAir 0 #18 March 29, 2005 QuoteZhills has some great packers there in Nylon city... Todd is gay and his boss is by Huh?!? What cloud?!? Oh that!!! That's just Industrial Haze Alex M. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #19 March 29, 2005 My good customers take care of me with tips, drinks, lunch, etc. But overall i don't expect any of that. I'm getting paid to pack, it's my job. The appreciation is a bonus, but not required. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buried 0 #20 March 30, 2005 combination of the above. I dont always have much $ but try to show it with something when i do, no matter how big or small Where is my fizzy-lifting drink? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
