Tisket 0 #1 July 26, 2014 Did my first tandem a week ago today (yaaay birthday) and have been riding the high ever since. Other than the rain delay, every part of the process was exciting and awesome. The only thing even slightly unnerving was the weird crab-waddle to the door with the tandem instructor, and having to get on the edge of the door without holding onto anything. After my jump I chatted with a few folks at the DZ, watched the folks that were there for the boogie, and learned about things like SIS, USPA, and AFF. One of the guys even took me through the process of packing a parachute. Right now, my plan is to get to know people and learn to pack. I'm selling off some toys that have been collecting dust and generally saving up for AFF. It's an investment, but I've always loved flying and I can not WAIT for AFF. Any advice, tips, etc are more than welcome. Dontcha love the excitement of newbies? If you can't convince them, keep them confused. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trafficdiver 8 #2 July 27, 2014 I think everyone remembers the excitement they had as a newbie. I love watching tandems go out for the first time because it brings back my memories of the first time. I still get really excited about jumping, although, except for night jumps, I don't get that rush anymore. The first few AFF jumps are just as awesome so get after it as soon as you can, which sounds like that's your plan anyway. Blue skies. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #3 July 27, 2014 Welcome to the forums! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tisket 0 #4 July 29, 2014 Well, I spent a few hours at the DZ yesterday, hanging out with the packers and watching them do their thing. I know I'm nowhere near ready to officially pack anything yet, but I was able to cock the drogues and uncollapse the sliders. It's a minor thing but it made me feel helpful and saved the packers a little time. I've now paid for ground school and AFF 1, but am waiting a few more days before scheduling them. One of my toys has technically sold, but I'm waiting on a new needle for the carb. As soon as it's installed and the bike is delivered to it's new owner, I'll be heading to the DZ to pay for their A-license package and get started.If you can't convince them, keep them confused. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
