bps 0 #1 January 14, 2003 After receiving my suit over a month ago, I finally made my first flights on my new GTi. (first wingsuit) I wish it could have come sooner, but 4-way training and demos have gobbled up all of my time. Made 4 flights and as my fellow birdman brothers and sisters can only understand, words cannot describe how beautiful it was. I had no problems what-so-ever with stability, etc...but it wasn't until the 3rd flight before I truly relaxed and hit the sweet spot (as best as one can with just a few jumps). I made it down to a 61mph average, which didn't seem bad considering that I'm one big dude and my exit altitude was 17,500ft (landing at 5,500ft). I am absolutely in love with this and I can honestly say that now I know what it is like to truly fly. Birdman smiles, Bryan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevin922 0 #2 January 14, 2003 QuoteAfter receiving my suit over a month ago, I finally made my first flights on my new GTi. (first wingsuit) I wish it could have come sooner, but 4-way training and demos have gobbled up all of my time. Made 4 flights and as my fellow birdman brothers and sisters can only understand, words cannot describe how beautiful it was. I had no problems what-so-ever with stability, etc...but it wasn't until the 3rd flight before I truly relaxed and hit the sweet spot (as best as one can with just a few jumps). I made it down to a 61mph average, which didn't seem bad considering that I'm one big dude and my exit altitude was 17,500ft (landing at 5,500ft). I am absolutely in love with this and I can honestly say that now I know what it is like to truly fly. Birdman smiles, Bryan Welcome to the flock! It rawks doesn't it? :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LouDiamond 1 #3 January 14, 2003 Now you just need to learn the secret birdman handshake before you bail in a flock "It's just skydiving..additional drama is not required" Some people dream about flying, I live my dream SKYMONKEY PUBLISHING Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
basehoundsam 0 #4 January 14, 2003 Better yet....... get Skymonkey to explain a predator dive...... hee hee..... www.adrenalineexploits.com Jay Epstein Ramirez www.adrenalineexploits.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkymonkeyONE 4 #5 January 14, 2003 Thaz rite! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bps 0 #6 January 15, 2003 Hi Jay -- I know that I'll probably flock with you in the very near future...you'll have to explain more then! Speaking of which...any chance that you'd want to come and fly with us down South at Canon on Saturday? Sunday morning, I'm leaving for a month of training in Arizona... Bryan Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
basehoundsam 0 #7 January 15, 2003 I'm thinking this weekend, we might try to get a certain one legged Dr. off a certain object we both know and love so much...... If the weather looks good, I could probably come flock for a few hours. It sounds like you're naturally flying the suit quite well(pretty instinctual aye). Give me a ring soon.. www.adrenalineexploits.com Jay Epstein Ramirez www.adrenalineexploits.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spizzzarko 0 #8 January 16, 2003 Dudes, BPS, this is a sad state of affairs when we work in the same building, but I have to post to talk to you!!! Just kidding... I'm glad you are enjoying your suit. Like we talked about earlier, I'm sure you will be ready to thread your 150 into your suit. My 104 opened better on the suit than it normally does. Speak at you later. Spizzzarko Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
