justaflygirl 0 #1 November 29, 2004 I jumped out of a helicopter today, im not gonna say that little four letter "f" word, but it rocked! OMG! I am still floating! The helo was at ZHills thru today, and I am so glad I coughed up the 43.00 to jump! Okay Im done now, I just had to share it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Morcyk 0 #2 November 29, 2004 Like bungee jumping, I don't think that's something I had the guts to try. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scrumpot 1 #3 November 29, 2004 Quoteim not gonna say that little four letter "f" word "Pre-second" is a good viable substitute for using the "f" word sometimes. Won't necessarily get you out of BEER obligations, but none-the-less ...CONGRATULATIONS! The degree of Chopper jump fun, for me, is highly dependent upon the pre-jump "ride" to alt. Same as with the bi-plane & some other vehicles from which to exit. As far as "static" platforms (other than BASE) my favorite is hot air balloon. Welcome to the world of variable vehicle type exits! Blue Skies, -Grantcoitus non circum - Moab Stone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #4 November 29, 2004 Quoteim not gonna say that little four letter "f" word, but it rocked! OMG! or do yo mean "Five" letter word? F-I-R-S-T. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #5 November 29, 2004 QuoteQuoteim not gonna say that little four letter "f" word, but it rocked! OMG! or do yo mean "Five" letter word? F-I-R-S-T. No she meant the four letter word F_I_S_TYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Morcyk 0 #6 November 29, 2004 Speaking of first... I haven't bought the beer yet and my one concern is... I never know which instructor I'll get. What are the chances that the mystery instructor won't like whatever beer I bring.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyhighkiy 0 #7 November 29, 2004 get busch light, the universal beer. if he had them, It'll bring him back to his college days who doesn't like busch light? BE THE BUDDHA! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kingbunky 3 #8 November 29, 2004 Quoteget busch light, the universal beer. if he had them, It'll bring him back to his college days who doesn't like busch light? are you trying to get the poor guy black balled? in canada, we just bring beer, usually keith's since it is the most popular at our dz. from what i gather, in the states, it better be in a green bottle.."Hang on a sec, the young'uns are throwin' beer cans at a golf cart." MB4252 TDS699 killing threads since 2001 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #9 November 29, 2004 Bring any half-decent beer and you'll be good. In the US that rules out most of the large domestic brands (like Bud, Coors, etc.) I'd imagine Heineken would be a pretty safe choice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
firstime 0 #10 November 29, 2004 You gotta work when you dont have that relative air. As a newbie as yourself it's becomes work instead of fun, but then once it's all said and done and you did it... Then it's cool.. But it is much differenet from a H&P. I did a helo jump in my 50ish and did some serious "flaling" after that "step" off. I can say one thing as a new jumper "this keeps you on your toes or "belly"). Ps: yes it was a ton of fun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChadFlorian 0 #11 November 29, 2004 ARG!.... I juat had to read this thread about a helo at my DZ when I'm home with a broken ankle... I hope to be ready in time for the Chirstmas boogie! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justaflygirl 0 #12 November 29, 2004 I went out on my back so I could watch the helicopter, I just went out flat, legs straight, arms extended, amazingly, I didnt flail at all! It is most defintily something I will DO again, also the ride to altitude that Nigel gave us was amazing, he went really low over the swamps and phosphate ponds, and flew at a nose down attitude alot, it was an awesome ride, at times we were barely over the tree tops! It ROCKED! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tsampson 0 #13 November 29, 2004 I did my pre-second helicopter jump at Z-Hills Saturday too. I told everyone about it, even my whuffo friends and family. That has to have been the most fun I've had on a jump since my first four way after getting my A license. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #14 November 30, 2004 http://drunken.b0xen.us/~kae/photos/thumbs/80.html Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chrissay 0 #15 November 30, 2004 Here is a pic from my first one that was done at Quincy a few years ago, I have done a handful since. It was the best ride of my life (thanks Rod!). So much fun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tdog 0 #16 November 30, 2004 QuoteLike bungee jumping, I don't think that's something I had the guts to try. From someone at this point who has MANY more bungee jumps than skydives (soon to change) - I can say they are totally different... I am soooooo looking forward to jumping from a helicopter... I bet it is like a real long bungee jump without the rebound. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scrumpot 1 #17 November 30, 2004 Quotewho doesn't like busch light? Right here pal. ...UGGGHHH!! NASTY (piss-water) SHIT! Busch Light reminiscent of college days?? You obviously can't even be old enough to truly "reminisce" then. I don't think Busch Light was even out (or any "light" for that matter) when I was in college! Who the heck do we have out there instructing these noobs now adays anyways?? Children teaching children (by this statement) I fear! EEK! -Grantcoitus non circum - Moab Stone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumperconway 0 #18 December 1, 2004 Quoteget busch light, the universal beer. if he had them, It'll bring him back to his college days who doesn't like busch light? Dude we use shitty beer like that to pour on SCR victims! Depending on dz's,Heiny,Corona,Dos X's or Shiner Bock. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Morcyk 0 #19 December 2, 2004 I'm thinking Corona or Yeungling, depending on my funding. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
