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    Redram, Welcome to the forums. If you ever get to Cross Keys, I'll be glad to do a jump with you. Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, Shouting "...holy shit...what a ride!"
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    I didn't jump there, but I do jump with a guy who did, Al Kanetsky. Get back to me with an email address and I'll forward it to him
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    Welcome to our world! After reading your post, the only advice I will give you is remember your limitations. 35 mph!, wow. Please keep this in mind, "It is better to be on the ground, wishing you were in the air, then to be in the air, wishing you were on the ground." I'm planning a Greene County trip in the Spring, hope to see you there. Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, Shouting "...holy shit...what a ride!"
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    Factory Diver

    philly51 reviewed admin's gear in Helmets

    Bought the Factory Diver last year after getting tired of baclavas, scarfs and red noses. Really made a big difference in winter comfort. Never had a fogging problem as long as I breathed through the vents. I have worn it when the temperature at altitude was -40 with no problems whatsoever. definitly recommend it for rw.
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    I've jumped 3 so far: PD230- Really easy to pack (f-111). sweet, slow openings, stand up landings, but took a hard flare to get them. Triathalon 175- always used packers, Really a rocket compared to the PD. Nice swoop landings with good flare. Sabre2 190- the best in all respects so far. Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, Shouting "...holy shit...what a ride!"
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    Don't feel wierd. Get the license and you'll find yourself in a whole new world of friends. Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, Shouting "...holy shit...what a ride!"
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    Jeje, I think that you'll find night jumps a blast. Can't seem to get enough of them. If you get a chance get some chemlites. I found that the small 1-1 1/2" type, found at sporting good sections, are cheap $1-2 work best on the altimeter. The 4-6" can be attached to your helmet . I use a bike warning lite attached to the chest strap and a strobe attached to my leg strap. I've never had any problems seeing in freefall or under canopy, but be conservative with your landing. You might find this strange, but wearing sunglasses for about 20 minutes before boarding the plane and on the ride to altitude will help your night vision. Don't forget to take them off for the jump though. Go out and have fun! Steve Quote Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, Shouting "...holy shit...what a ride!"
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    I believe that all newbies have experienced the same problem. Low numbers equal no jumps with the "skygods". Try to find another "low timer/s" to do anything but solos. Hang out, get your face known and ask questions! If all else fails, go to the DZO and ask for some input.