KenKnight 0 #26 June 24, 2003 I learned that long dog-leg par 4's make great outs_______________ D28695 PoPs #9237 "Mix ignorance with arrogance at low altitude and the results are almost guaranteed to be spectacular" — Bruce Landsberg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FallingILweenie 0 #27 June 24, 2003 i learned how to rotate on my head without going all over the place, i learned i need to get my legs out more while headdown, i learned to do eagles, and to fly more relaxed....all in all a very good freefly weekend!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydive84 0 #28 June 24, 2003 I can get out the plane at 6grand - land, pack and be waiting for it when it lands. And check this - then jump again and get a good canopy! Spent the weekend playin with my canopy. Trying to take my surf from about 25ft too high to just right, skimming the grass. Didnt quite get it - but learnt alot whilst trying. Adi Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluefingers 0 #29 June 24, 2003 I learned the importance of altitude awareness I've started learning how to fly in the Mantis position I've learned that I need to go and do some solo's and work on my tracking. Kerry Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon2 2 #30 June 24, 2003 I learned that doing 5 CReW jumps from 12k in one day is pretty tiring, especially if you don´t fly right (had to keep up with a team who´s WL is ~1.9), and that it pays off to open up *somebody elses* bag of tricks instead of trying to hang in your frontrisers for 9k. Oh yeah and I learned that I actually might be able to learn to fly HD.... Way cool! ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunnydee123 0 #31 June 24, 2003 I learned that the best way to cure a headache is to make a jump.....adrenaline can be a wonderful drug! I also learned that boys are not always as brave as they would have us girls believe. I was the first one to do a CReW jump for the weekend and THEN the boys followed - some hesitantly. And I learned that it is best to leave any rivalry type comments on the ground if you want to exit the aircraft breathing properly. Dreams become reality, one choice at a time... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakydiver 0 #32 June 24, 2003 "1. No matter how ready clients tell you they are, they're not." If I only had a dollar for everytime I heard that! BTW - mmm Jamison!! -- (N.DG) "If all else fails – at least try and look under control." -- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jumperpaula 0 #33 June 24, 2003 I learned that if you show up at the Dz with a cast on your foot, the first thing people say is "Don't be such a whimp, you can jump with that on" The second most common reply is "Why don't you make a Tandem?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yoshi 0 #34 June 24, 2003 cant remember his name, but there is a guy at my dz now that is jumping with a cast on his foot... doin some freefly dives! -yoshi_________________________________________ this space for rent. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydive84 0 #35 June 24, 2003 QuoteI learned that doing 5 CReW jumps from 12k in one day is pretty tiring, especially if you don´t fly right (had to keep up with a team who´s WL is ~1.9) Ahh Are they just really big or are they jumpin real small canopies. (i didnt think a CReW canopy came much smaller than 150?) Adi Edit - ive just looked on the PD site + they make a 126. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robskydiv 0 #36 June 24, 2003 I did a two-way from 11,000ft. AGL It was awesome. I learned that it's all about the fall rate and who you jump with. Can't wait to get into that wind tunnel in Indiana! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon2 2 #37 June 24, 2003 QuoteQuoteI learned that doing 5 CReW jumps from 12k in one day is pretty tiring, especially if you don´t fly right (had to keep up with a team who´s WL is ~1.9) Ahh Are they just really big or are they jumpin real small canopies. (i didnt think a CReW canopy came much smaller than 150?) Adi Edit - ive just looked on the PD site + they make a 126. There are also Lightnings 113. Although these guys are jumping Comp Tri's 120 and 99, and some of them wear lead. I'm jumping a 126 right now, with a bit of lead if needed, but if I wanted a WL of 1.9 I'd have to jump a 99 and wear 13 kg of lead.... Yeah, right.... Alternative: eat a lot of burgers?????!!!! Heh heh ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genn 0 #38 June 24, 2003 I learned how to drink....more When it's raining..the bar is pouring! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genn 0 #39 June 24, 2003 QuoteThere are also Lightnings 113. Although these guys are jumping Comp Tri's 120 and 99, and some of them wear lead. To help out withWL...Sometimes I put an extra set of large links on my rear risers and if I still need more...some weight...Kinda sucks, considering the lightnings aren't the greatest landing canopies. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon2 2 #40 June 24, 2003 Quote To help out withWL...Sometimes I put an extra set of large links on my rear risers and if I still need more...some weight...Kinda sucks, considering the lightnings aren't the greatest landing canopies. Did both those things! Actually, the weight I think helped me land better (gives me a bit more speed = better flare. I land straight in with no front riser input - yet). The links didn't make much difference in landing (only have 3 jumps with those on so far, all in high winds). ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon2 2 #41 June 24, 2003 Also great this weekend: our Midsummers Night Party!!! For pics, see http://www.proton.org/~dragon2/chutes23/index.html ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genn 0 #42 June 24, 2003 QuoteDid both those things! Actually, the weight I think helped me land better (gives me a bit more speed = better flare. I land straight in with no front riser input - yet). The links didn't make much difference in landing (only have 3 jumps with those on so far, all in high winds). Yikes!!! you must be made of steel. I refuse to land my lightning w/o front riser input. (unless my arms are so tired that when I think I'm pulling down on them, they are still straight!!!) Anyway, I front riser *almost* to the ground with that thing, then flare and I can get a really nice tippy toe landing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racer42 0 #43 June 24, 2003 Keep reeeeally close on exit. Practice the dive.L.A.S.T. #24 Co-Founder Biscuit Brothers Freefly Team Electric Toaster #3 Co-Founder Team Non Sequitor Co-Founder Team Happy Sock Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon2 2 #44 June 24, 2003 QuoteYikes!!! you must be made of steel. No way.... But for some reason I don't esp. mind landing Lightnings, although I always seem to have 10 cm of air left after my flare, so after lots of jumps in a row I might feel my ankles a little bit, but definitely no biggie. I've only flown a Lightning 143 (ZP), WL 1,1 and the 126 WL 1,25 (without weights, 1,3 with weights). I wouldn't mind a bigger Lightning, or even a 113 (no way am I allowed THAT tho). Don't know why people have difficulty landing them?? If I can do it, well, how hard can it be Only trouble I have is when I'm jumping my Safire after a couple of Lightning jumps: shutdown flare instead of a bit of a surf.... Too bad I probably should start using my fronts tho, but I've never done that before. I could use a bit of extra speed. I also usually fly a very very conservative student pattern. Although last weekend I got ' forced' into a landing pattern that was low, for my taste (the guy on the top of our 2-stack didn't let go, turned us around a couple of times real hard, then let go of me at < 1000 ft); ended up in the middle of the team, I either had to follow their pattern or fly straight and land downwind on the grass. Flew their pattern, but in brakes. Let the canopy fly for like 2 secs, flared, then landed in the peas. Stood it up, too, somewhat my surprise But was glad it was the peas... ciel bleu, Saskia Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #45 June 25, 2003 I learned that I hold my breath when diving to a formation and only take a breath again when I'm in my slot. Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 74 #46 June 25, 2003 I learnt that going to the DZ when you have no money at all, doesn't make you feel any better about not being able to jump :) But I managed to pack a few chutes, and do a low hop&pop and buy a Happy Meal© from the money I made...JC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LadySkyDIve 0 #47 June 26, 2003 Isn't Scott an AWESOME instructor? I took his canopy control class several years ago and learned a lot. He's a great guy to know! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mad47 0 #48 June 26, 2003 Yup. We all had fun. I really liked his attitude and patience. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
