lintilla327 0 #1 June 25, 2003 Hi there, Just wondering what type of experience is generally acceptable to be attempting hybrid jumps? You know the way there are general guidelines for other things eg camera (200 odd jumps) etc. Im very stable in my sit and have good control over forward backward and speeding up (not so good at slowing down), and am stable but can go wobbly the odd time in stand. Should I be staying away from hybrid jumps (as the hanger) for another while yet? What can go wrong in hybrids - Im assuming the obvious thing is the hanger corking...is there anything else? Is it better to start with a two way base first...before attempting a four way base with 2 hangers. Whats the configuration for a 2 way base with one hanger? So many questions...appreciate any help! Cheers, Orla--so long and thanks for all the fish.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yoshi 0 #2 June 25, 2003 I would be completely stable in your sit/ stand before trying. but when it is only 3 people (2 bellies and a hanger) its much easier. dont try to do 4 way base with 2 hanges especially if the hangers have never done it before... you will be off on time and it will funnel... (not cracking down on ya, you might actually get it, but you will do it much better if you try the 3 way first) we just launch a 3 way belly jump (2 way line and the third docking on harnesses) once stable on the bellies, the hanger (now docked on the harnesses) switches grips to the chest straps and***pop*** stand up.... when releasing jsut let go and stay in the stand for a min while sliding forward or backward to get out from underneath the bellies and then do your track... dont go directly belly under anyone...(even though they are on thier bellies theyare moving at ff speeds because of you hangin, so you can see the obvious problems that may occur...) try to get someone who has done it before to explain it all in person... -yoshi_________________________________________ this space for rent. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lintilla327 0 #3 June 25, 2003 Thanks Yoshi. That makes sense to go for the single hanger before the double. I guess it needs to be pretty well timed. In the two way base. Do the two way base take high solid grips, or will hand to hand grips do?--so long and thanks for all the fish.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yoshi 0 #4 June 25, 2003 high grips work the best...try to make that as solid as possible -yoshi_________________________________________ this space for rent. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Genn 0 #5 June 26, 2003 Personally, I'd only do it w/ experienced FF. You need a really solid 4-way base and a couple of good FF. Be very careful to stay clear of the handles when docking and transitioning on the base. My .02 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
78RATS 0 #6 June 30, 2003 Quote what can go wrong in hybrids The biggest concern I have on hybrid jumps comes up if it funnels. I've seen the hangers release grips and all the sudden you have half a dive of belly flyers (120mph) and half a dive of freeflyers (160 mph). This can be a problem. Rat for Life - Fly till I die When them stupid ass bitches ask why Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
78RATS 0 #7 July 2, 2003 what is the proper response to the above problem? what is the proper exit order for a hybrid dive on a plane with other disciplines? Rat for Life - Fly till I die When them stupid ass bitches ask why Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bdazel 0 #8 July 2, 2003 There is a great article in the July Parachutist about hybrid jumps. That might help answer any questions. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lintilla327 0 #9 July 2, 2003 hmmm....how do I get my hands on the July edition of parachutist in Europe? Anyone want to email me a copy of the article?--so long and thanks for all the fish.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflyz 0 #10 July 2, 2003 The Hybrid exits the aircraft first! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflydrew 0 #11 July 2, 2003 Quotewhat is the proper exit order for a hybrid dive on a plane with other disciplines? I think that if there is a group that incorporates belly flying into their skydive, they must be considered a belly group and should be towards the front of the exit order. Whether they go first second third, etc. should still depend on the group size relative to the other groups within the same discipline. Another factor to take ito consideration is whether or not there will be staggered opening altitudes, and making sure that everyone in your group and the groups surrounding your's are aware of these levels. Heads up and good group seperation and it should all be good. -drew Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
