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You might be interested in this old thread: http://www.blincmagazine.com/forum/dcboard.php?az=show_topic&forum=7&topic_id=6033&mesg_id=6033 Mark

I seem to remember reading a couple posts about site naming in this thread... Maybe I was dreaming.

You used a sail slider on a jump from 100m? I'm glad you're still here... Mark

From BR's website: "The Multi increases the number of bridle lifting points from the typical one point to a total of four points. The single attachment in the center is used as well as two more lifting points on each cell outboard from the center. The fourth point is to the rear of the center cell. The three forward points are responsible for lifting the canopy in a normal fashion and the outermost cells follow smartly. The rear point is to support the Tail Pocket which is heavy with suspension lines."

How about a line twist in the cave?

I wear a helmet on almost all my jumps. (The exceptions being those few intentional water landings) That said, I don't think helmets should be a "requirement" for BD, but I think you could turn up the volume on the fact that they are strongly recommended. Perhaps a clause could be added to the video waiver? Something like: "I understand that a full face helmet and kneepads have been proven to reduce the possibility of injury and that their use is very strongly recommended." On another point, how many helmets and kneepads did you see for sale at BD? I don't recall seeing any.. I took a quick look at the websites for BR, CR and Vertigo. While one sells boots, I couldn't find helmets or kneepads anywhere. Why not?

There was a discussion about this on the UK board not long ago... http://www.basejumper.org/cgi-bin/ikonboard/ikonboard.cgi?s=3ff987a63e5cffff;act=ST;f=1;t=120

I've created databases for my jump and pilot log books already. I never got around to building a front-end, so I just access the tables directly. I tinkered with a rigging log book database several months ago, but never got around to entering all the historical data to make it useful. I'd like to see what you come with. Mark

Do you ever take the slider off, or do you just tie it down? How particular are you about where you land/pack? In the environments that I find myself in, I don't think it would be a good option. I don't have a dedicated slider-up rig and a dedicate slider-off rig, so find myself switching it back and forth a fair amount. Just considering the possible effects of dirt, dust, water and rocks on a slink and I quickly find myself a lot more comfortable working with a metal link. Then again, maybe I just like being able to take a wrench to my rig... Mark

The link I originally posted no longer works and the rig isn't visible on their website any more. I guess they got the message. Mark BASE 346

I was surprised to see a manufacturer still selling Type-17 risers for BASE: Relax BASE Container Are many people still using them?

I just got off the phone with Buddman. He said it was stolen while it was in another family member's possession. He looked up the rig on Ebay while I was on the phone, so hopefully it gets resolved from here. Mark BASE 346

You beat me to it, Gardner... The most recent one (guy from PA) seems to have been chalked up to an over-delay. I certainly wouldn't classify any of them as "gear failure". Mark BASE 346

A 50-story building is available... Think we should start a collection? http://www.msnbc.com/news/1000022.asp Lessee... I have $16 on me..

Looks like it is 25 degrees there now, but it's forecast to be in the mid-40s the rest of the week. http://www.weather.com/weather/local/USUT0165 I'm more concerned about the snow that was reported on the ground the other day. Is it gone? (We need a webcam like the one in Norway..) Mark

I agree. I'd like to see this post removed. Mark BASE 346

LMAO! Yeah, I think that leaves little question that it is time to retire them... Mark BASE 346

When you say "without load tapes", I going to assume that you mean that there are load tapes on the "lower" mesh portion, but not on the canopy portion of the pilot chute. Just wanted to make sure that was clear. Correct me if I'm wrong. I think the PCs without load tapes on the canopy were primarily made for people with smaller hands that were going to be jumping hand-held. Leaving the load tapes off the canopy reduces bulk somewhat making the PC easier to hold. What size are PCs? If they are configured for hand-held use, I would guess that are on the larger end (45"+) and don't have handles. They probably have a cap on top to allow better grip with your finger tips? If so, they're probably just fine for those specific jumps, BUT will require more inspection after every jump... more than most people are willing to do with reinforced PCs being the norm. That and more people are going stowed and doing so from lower altitudes, so they've probably lost what little appeal they once had. My .02 Mark

A link: http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=771460

It's also in this forum. Here's a link: http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=771460 Mark

I've climbed a ladder to between 1200ft and 1300ft on 3 occasions. Went all the way to 1500ft once. And, of course, a bunch between 400ft and 1000ft, so I think I've put my time in. I can only think of 3 times that I got a ride on that object type. Now that I think about it, those big climbs were when I was using a modified 2-canopy airplane-jumping rig. Ah, those were the days... Mark

No matter how it occurred, this is very sad news. My sincere condolences to family and friends. I'm patiently awaiting the details... Mark

I'm guessing that the intent was to have the student continue to concentrate on body position (ie. head high, shoulders level) even after the PC is released and to avoid the possibility of grabbing/snagging a toggle prior to line stretch. Ever seen someone not accustomed to deploying at low altitudes try to "climb up the risers"??

At that point, he wanted to go. Again, they were daylight jumps from a very safe bridge over water. We were wearing life vests and we had a boat to pick us up. If you are concerned about your father witnessing you having an accident, tell him that. If he still wants to go, I'd probably accept that he is competent adult making an informed decision and... since he is my father, I'd take him to watch. Just don't let him talk you into putting him off later... Hopefully, it is obvious that the logic I suggest applying here to one immediate family member on a single jump should not be used for other individuals... Mark

On a recent trip, I was asked by one of the guys I was jumping with to specifically not post any videos of him jumping. I figured he was in trouble with the law, was running for office, or just had "one of those jobs" or something, so I accepted his request. Later, he explained that his mother was so upset when she learned he had started skydiving that he wants to protect her from learning he is BASE jumping... I guess I'm pretty lucky. Years ago, my father came out and videoed me making my 2nd and 3rd BASE jumps from a nice little bridge over water. The next time either of my folks saw a parachute in use live was a year or so ago when my younger brother finally did a tandem skydive with me. Everything went well, of course, but they were a bit nervous. They really don't seem interested in being present for any more jumps, but they both look forward to watching the videos I bring back from trips. They might still make it to BD one of these years... Mark