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DZO's: Lower limit on canopy size?
vanessa.potts replied to -Joey-'s topic in General Skydiving Discussions
Thanks; so according to that chart I'm in the 150-160 range for square footage. So I see you jump at Spaceland; how far do they go when it comes to laying down the law? If you're new on the DZ do they actually demand to see "your papers" in a german voice, put you on a scale and unpack your main? Or is it just if they happen to see someone face-plant in the landing area, pull them aside later and check some stuff out? They're a very safe DZ. When you get there they'll want to see your paperwork, licenses, find out what you're jumping, and other questions to make sure you're as safe as possible. I'm not sure how rigorously they'll check you, but I've seen staff tell people they can't jump a certain canopy because of safety issues. They're as safe as possible while also allowing jumpers to grow in their canopy skills. It's best to call the DZ, talk to them, and see what all they allow. You shouldn't want to push a DZ's limit on your first set of gear. The gear is replaceable, but you're not. Also, How many jumps do you have? What have you been jumping? What is your current wing loading? What is your exit weight? When you buy new gear what will your new wing loading be? Have you taken a canopy piloting course? This is also a helpful link. Once you can do everything on this list with the canopy you're currently on, then you may be able to downsize. This is the downsizing check list: http://www.dropzone.com/safety/Canopy_Control/Downsizing_Checklist_47.html -
Parents With Young Children
vanessa.potts replied to Viper3197's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
My dad also was the sole source of income to my family and jumped. From 6 on I grew up on my local DZ. It helped me become best friends with my dad. When I was 12 he had his first accident and was off of work for 6 months. It was extremely hard but we managed. This year, at 18 he had a second accident that sadly he passed away from. As a family we knew what the sport could bring, the joy and the hardship. You should consider how much you love the sport and your family. If you can't ever imagine having an accident than you probably shouldn't jump. If you get into the sport, just know what can happen. That being said, this is a truly rewarding sport that I could never give up -
DZO's: Lower limit on canopy size?
vanessa.potts replied to -Joey-'s topic in General Skydiving Discussions
Jump number and canopy piloting, currency, discipline, etc play a huge role in what you should buy. Also, I saw you had a post for a thread Katana vs a crossfire2. If you're a new jumper you don't need a high performance, elliptical, or highly loaded canopy. Here's the downsizing chart we have posted at our DZ that our staff sticks to. http://www.bigairsportz.com/pdf/bas-sizingchart.pdf Don't be scared to buy big, canopies are replaceable, you aren't. -
Somebody just hand him a loaded pistol. There's easier and less expensive ways of going about what he's trying to do. I was reading through this, and what's funny is my brother made a similar comment about skydiving. I have never jumped with him just because he made that comment.
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The usual where to go 11-26/12-7
vanessa.potts replied to texnavalaviator's topic in Events & Places to Jump
Skydive Spaceland in Houston, Texas -
Jumping across the country
vanessa.potts replied to emmett751's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
I don't know if you're in Texas yet at Spaceland, but I'll be out there tomorrow afternoon! -
Why skydiving is the best sport ever
vanessa.potts replied to vanessa.potts's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
That's so awesome! My DZ owners and just the jumpers in general are all like that. It's so nice seeing how awesome everyone is! I'm glad he got you up in the air asap as well. -
Why skydiving is the best sport ever
vanessa.potts replied to vanessa.potts's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
It's one thing being at the dz and on the ground, but it's a totally new experience when you finally get to become a jumper yourself! 18 didn't come fast enough :P -
Why skydiving is the best sport ever
vanessa.potts replied to vanessa.potts's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
The first 10 times or so I went to the DZ for my Cat A jump I couldn't do it for one reason or another, mainly weather. On the 11th day, wouldn't you know it, not enough people to put up a load up. MY DZO, said, Brendan we're getting you up, and she sent up the Otter with just me and my two AFF instructors. If only I could of appreciated how fast we got to altitude. -
Why skydiving is the best sport ever
vanessa.potts replied to vanessa.potts's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
I saw you're from spaceland, that's my home DZ! I guess everyone from there are just inherently nice! -
Why skydiving is the best sport ever
vanessa.potts replied to vanessa.potts's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
lol I just love the sport even more because of the amazing people! I don't know of any other sport where the first time you meet someone you're automatic family; it just can't be beat!