andy2 0 #1 April 21, 2003 Does this mean jumping off something with your parachute not packed and just held in your hands? Do people do this kind of thing for low objects, like off a 80 foot drop or something? And then also what is the skill level of this type of thing if I have the terminology correct. Thanks! --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #2 April 21, 2003 This is going unstowed, with the pilot chute held in hand instead of "stowed" in the BOC pouch (apologies to lewmonst for stealing the photo). Why the hell am I posting in the BASE forum? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hookitt 1 #3 April 22, 2003 Quote Why the hell am I posting in the BASE forum? Because you can.... My grammar sometimes resembles that of magnetic refrigerator poetry... Ghetto Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andy2 0 #4 April 22, 2003 oh, thats what that is. I thought it was some spectacular way to jump off low ass objects... --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #5 April 22, 2003 Quotesome spectacular way to jump off low ass objects Maybe you were thinking about Tards or McConkeys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samurai136 0 #6 April 22, 2003 I'd never think to use a para-glider for a McConkey. Ken "Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomAiello 26 #7 April 22, 2003 "Un-stowed" is generally referred to as "Hand Held" by BASE jumpers, because your PC is hand held.-- Tom Aiello Tom@SnakeRiverBASE.com SnakeRiverBASE.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vmsfreaky1 0 #8 April 22, 2003 I beleive the paraglider pilot in that photo did that before the McConkey was given it's name. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Faber 0 #9 April 22, 2003 QuoteDo people do this kind of thing for low objects, like off a 80 foot drop or something? No from 80 ft i wouldnt go hand held..dont even think i would go..at least not whith my rig. i think i would wear a swimsuit or be nude,becours from that alti you sure gonna be wet/or hurt i think The other pointed out what hand held is.Just telling you that 80ft is LOW Stay safe Stefan Faber Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hookitt 1 #10 April 22, 2003 >I beleive the paraglider pilot in that photo did that before the McConkey >was given it's name. CorrectMy grammar sometimes resembles that of magnetic refrigerator poetry... Ghetto Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomAiello 26 #11 April 22, 2003 QuoteAnd then also what is the skill level of this type of thing if I have the terminology correct. Skill level for hand held jumps: Beginner. Many people (including myself) made their first jumps hand held. It's generally considered to be safer than going stowed for anything slider down. Skill level for unpacked (i.e. McConkey, TARD, etc) jumps: Expert. Be sure you're already comfortable with all the standard aspects of BASE, and have instruction from someone who has done them, before attempting unpacked jumps.-- Tom Aiello Tom@SnakeRiverBASE.com SnakeRiverBASE.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andy2 0 #12 April 22, 2003 thanks for the info guys, I appreciate it --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lewmonst 0 #13 April 23, 2003 QuoteThis is going unstowed, with the pilot chute held in hand instead of "stowed" in the BOC pouch (apologies to lewmonst for stealing the photo). Why the hell am I posting in the BASE forum? No apologies necessary. thank tom sanders for the excellent photo. that was in 2000, i ordered several copies of it from his website Aerial Focus. Lots of good stuff on there. Last year I jumped the bridge again, twice, and both stowed. Handheld was recommended for first time jumpers. peace!http://www.exitshot.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zennie 0 #14 April 23, 2003 Quote thank tom sanders for the excellent photo The look on your face is priceless. They should use that shot for BD promos. - Z "Always be yourself... unless you suck." - Joss Whedon Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
