AggieDave 6 #1 June 13, 2003 I'm debating if I should go ahead and get a Pro rating or not. Currently in my area there really isn't a *need* for a pro jumper, since there really aren't any requests for demos, BUT I think I might be able to get people motivated for demo jumps into various events if I had a Pro rating. Basically, of you out there, how many have a Pro rating and how many of you actually use it? And those of you out there that have a Pro rating, whose in the Houston area that I could get some advice/teaching from for the requirements (smoke, flags, etc)?--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonto 1 #2 June 13, 2003 Go get it. Every course you go on, every rating you get, you will learn something. I've done my time of BIG demo's into 60 000 plus seater stadiums, but I keep my PRO rating, cos that way I know what I can do, and there's no bullshit about "the good old days" I see your path. Round them up and get as many ratings as you can. They'll come in handy later. What you still need? AFF, riggers, Pilot? Go get em. tIt's the year of the Pig. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #3 June 13, 2003 I'm in the Houston area Dave... Anything I can help you with, let me know. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 4 #4 June 13, 2003 Go for it Dave, if you build it, they will come. I do 20 to 25 demos a year but it took awhile to get there. Take up Airtwardo on his offer of help, he is one of the most experienced pro jumpers around. SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John4455 0 #5 June 13, 2003 The problem that I have is getting the accuracy jumps. I feel like I would fare much better at a small cessna dz. How do ya like it Johnny? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron 10 #6 June 13, 2003 Get it.. I have mine, and have done several Demos. (82d Airborne Demo team 99-02) You will learn TONs of info about your canopy, and spotting. I keep mine just incase I need it. Ron"No free man shall ever be debarred the use of arms." -- Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson Papers, 334 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #7 June 13, 2003 Thanks guys. I'm going to do a few practice accuracry landings this weekend, then maybe next week I'll start on the *real* ten I have to do. Airtwardo, Thank you for your offer, I will most definately be talking to you later. --"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakydiver 0 #8 June 13, 2003 Is it ten declared in a row less than 1m to target? i.e. Whats the process i.e. I'm too lazy to look it up and am interested in getting mine... -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron 10 #9 June 13, 2003 10 in a row, declared stand up landings in a 10 meter circle. If you get 9 then biff or miss...start over. There is also a written test,and a card to be filled out. Ron"No free man shall ever be debarred the use of arms." -- Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson Papers, 334 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John4455 0 #10 June 13, 2003 You have to make 10 pre-declared jumps, and land standing up, everytime within a 10 meter diameter circle. Witnessed by 3 people, one of which is a S&TA. It is harder than most people make it sound. Most people can't do it. I haven't been able to yet. How do ya like it Johnny? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ERICCONNELLY 0 #11 June 13, 2003 Get it man. How bad have you wanted to jump into an Aggies game at 1/2 time? How cool would that be... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John4455 0 #12 June 13, 2003 Keep us posted on how you do. How do ya like it Johnny? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #13 June 13, 2003 That would be f**king scary! The way the stadium is built, I don't think they could pay me enough money to jump into it! http://www.worldstadiums.com/stadium_pictures/north_america/united_states/texas/college_station_kyle.jpg--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ERICCONNELLY 0 #14 June 13, 2003 Hell yah! Looks easier than the "how the aggie almost died" LZ. Damn there's not even any power lines midfield. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #15 June 13, 2003 Alright, now that I almost spewed Dr. Pepper all over my keyboard... That's a good point, but those stands are about 350ft high (my guess), and the wind would generate some SERIOUS rotars, etc.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John4455 0 #16 June 13, 2003 You could do it withi a canopy that you could sink down. I think thats why they came out with the pro rating anyway. How do ya like it Johnny? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakydiver 0 #17 June 13, 2003 DANG IT!@#$!#$#@$ I had 8 in a row before - didn't even think of it! Of course I would've had to have thought about it before the first one anyhow... Thanks for the info yall. -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YahooLV 0 #18 June 13, 2003 10 declared in a 10m circle, all stand-ups. Not to mention, flag flying, streamers, smoke, an d learning to fill out paperwork and NOTAMS for the event.http://www.curtisglennphotography.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YahooLV 0 #19 June 13, 2003 Jus' get it. You never know what the future holds. BTW, just got mine! YAHOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!http://www.curtisglennphotography.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
John4455 0 #20 June 13, 2003 Did you go to the Jim Wallace School? How do ya like it Johnny? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WFFC 1 #21 June 13, 2003 Try here for an actual demo course. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NoShitThereIWas 0 #22 June 13, 2003 I am currently practicing to get my PRO rating. You know what I've found??? I have become a much better canopy pilot now that I am actually aiming at a target and trying to hit it!!! I know it sounds silly but I have found a lot of strengths and weaknesses in my canopy control skills just by practicing accuracy. I am gaining more insight into flying in different wind speeds and learning more about my new 9 cell at the same time. Learning any new discipline in this sport is always exciting and challenging. I like how it also opens the forum and things in common to discuss and learn more about with other fellow jumpers. I am learning tons about flying my canopy and gaining self confidence everytime I hit that target. Who knows, maybe one day that will be me soaring into a stadium with smoke coming out of my shoes as part of a demo formation jump. Dreams can come true ... JUST DO IT! Blues, Jen ORoy Bacon: "Elvises, light your fires." Sting: "Be yourself no matter what they say." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 4 #23 June 13, 2003 QuoteThat would be f**king scary! The way the stadium is built, I don't think they could pay me enough money to jump into it! http://www.worldstadiums.com/stadium_pictures/north_america/united_states/texas/college_station_kyle.jpg Dave, I have jumped into the Rose Bowl and believe me once you land you realize it's just another F**king football field. Keep after it and you can do it. SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frodo 0 #24 June 13, 2003 So how much do they pay for a stadium demo jump? And what does "keeping the rating" mean? Don't you just get your PRO and that's it, as long as you're using the same canopy? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 4 #25 June 13, 2003 QuoteSo how much do they pay for a stadium demo jump? And what does "keeping the rating" mean? Don't you just get your PRO and that's it, as long as you're using the same canopy? Frodo, As with everything, it depends on many factors. But all said and done, 4 figures for 3 or 4 jumpers is not unreasonable. SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
