Shell666 0 #26 October 2, 2006 QuoteQuoteIt could be him, his hair looks a little darker though. All I will say though, is that if it is, that perp is in big trouble. Okay, went to Pacific Skydiving (thanks to the dropzone listings here in dz.com) and clicked on 'staff'. Is this the Tim you know? http://www.pacific-skydiving.com/staff.htm ltdiver Yep, that's the Tim I know from Eloy! Damn ... that sucks for him. Tim, contact me ... you have nice shoes ... 'Shell'Shell Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QuickDraw 0 #27 October 2, 2006 Yep, as already stated, thats Tim alright. -- Hope you don't die. -- I'm fucking winning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cpoxon 0 #28 October 2, 2006 From http://kgmb9.com/kgmb/display.cfm?storyID=9299 QuoteShawn Lym and his skydive instructor, Tim Straus, have jumped together eight times before. Today was Lym's first time by himself and with his own gear. But it didn't go as planned. The problem started when he pulled his chute at 5,000 feet. "The main chute came out and the reserve chute came out at the same time," Lym said. "But it didn't open. It was just trailing behind me. It was wrapped around my leg." Lym says he was finally able to unwrap the chute from his leg, but he had two parachutes open - a dangerous situation. "Tim, my instructor, told me over the radio to cut the main chute away," Lym said. "Then the reserve chute was twisted up and just flapped in the wind all the way down until we hit the water." For 3,000 feet, the distance of three World Trade Centers, Lym spun out of control. He says he hit the water going about 50 miles an hour. He survived, he says, because of his instructor's advice to point his feet. "My first thought coming out of the water was 'I went in just right!'" Lym said. "Then I took a big gulp of water and was gagging, and then my instructor swam out and dragged me in." "When I landed, I took my equipment off," Straus said. "I jumped in the ocean and spent about 45 minutes in the ocean, helped my bro out, and I was glad he was okay. And when we got in, everybody's gear was there but mine." That's right. While Straus was in the ocean helping to save his student, somebody stole his skydiving gear, which was worth $6,000. "I will give you $100 no questions asked," he said. "I just want my gear back." So after his student's skydiving scare, Straus is the one that had a bad day. In fact, Lym skydived again, just 20 minutes later. His only injury? His thumb. It's really bad that gear was stolen but this story is really confusing. It's probably just down to whuffo journalism and a student's excitement at cheating death.Skydiving Fatalities - Cease not to learn 'til thou cease to live Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bergh 0 #29 October 3, 2006 Shameless bump any info on donations yet ?_______________________________________ You are unique, just like everybody else ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DJL 235 #30 October 3, 2006 Dude, they need to get Dog the Bounty Hunter out there with some pictures of the gear and track the fuckers down. If The Dog can find a Two-Cent hooker then he can find a $6,000 rig."I encourage all awesome dangerous behavior." - Jeffro Fincher Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #31 October 4, 2006 QuoteShameless bump any info on donations yet ? Still waiting to hear from someone who knows him, who has the complete story. Sending out a request: Can someone who knows Tim contact his home DZ and see what the status of his rig is, and what is his need? I'd do it, but since I don't know Tim he might not respond. Thanks ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gjhdiver 0 #32 October 4, 2006 Not much I can do, but I could have a word with my sponsors, Wings, PD and Argus to see if I can get him cost on new stuff. If others chip in, we could get him new gear cheap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zing 2 #33 October 4, 2006 I talked toTim today. His gear has not been returned.Zing Lurks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #34 October 4, 2006 Any word on donations? Any one taking up the charge? I don't know Tim, but I know the DZ and the area...scary area up there. Lots of homeless, lots of hard core users... I'm positive someone will get a few bucks for it. I'd like to help out if there is someone leading the cause... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #35 October 4, 2006 Maybe you all could send him the money in his care to the dz...Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #36 October 4, 2006 QuoteI talked toTim today. His gear has not been returned. Could you relay to him that there are those who wish to help him purchase new gear? Or does he have it covered already. ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #37 October 4, 2006 QuoteAny word on donations? Any one taking up the charge? I don't know Tim, but I know the DZ and the area...scary area up there. Lots of homeless, lots of hard core users... I'm positive someone will get a few bucks for it. I'd like to help out if there is someone leading the cause... I wish I was there, I would find the rotten fuck that took it, and make sure he never steals again. I have no problem with doing "the right thing" hard core user, or lowlife, I do not care whatsoever. I wonder what is next to steal the firetruck while the firemen put out flames on a burning orphanage? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSE 5 #38 October 4, 2006 Quote I wish I was there, I would find the rotten fuck that took it, and make sure he never steals again. I have no problem with doing "the right thing" hard core user, or lowlife, I do not care whatsoever. I wonder what is next to steal the firetruck while the firemen put out flames on a burning orphanage? Regardless of what you or I might do, the point is, that part of the island is nearly as bad as the Waipahu and Waianae are seriously infested drug areas, and Mokuleia isn't a whole lot better. Hawaii is the Ice capital of the USA, and is one of the top meth states. Crime is rampant in certain areas. You can't leave ANYTHING laying around. I work there quite regularly, and have seen or heard about all sorts of theft of even silly little things like blankets, towels, shoes, sunglasses, whatever...while the owner was only a few feet away. Someone attempted to steal my rental Harley; only the disc lock prevented it. And that was in a heavily trafficked parking lot, in front of a major mall. I'm sure the person that stole the rig isn't a skydiver. I'm equally sure it's a user that saw opportunity regardless of what it was, and took it. Back to point, I'd like to help Tim out. I started skydiving at Mokuleia, they're a great bunch of people there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #39 October 4, 2006 QuoteI talked toTim today. His gear has not been returned. Please find out if he has a Paypal account or someway he can accept donations from people. If so, I'll see if HH will let me make the post a sticky for a few days. Also, find out what kind of gear he had. Maybe we can also get our kind vendors who post here to offer him a discount.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
RandomLemming 0 #40 October 4, 2006 If someone does manage to find a way to donate for replacement gear, I'm good for some cash. I've had some good instructors and I'd hate to see any of them ever get ripped off like this. Skydiving is hard enough for a n00b, and good people need to be encouraged because without the good ones, many people wouldn't have stuck with the sport! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #41 October 4, 2006 QuoteQuote I wish I was there, I would find the rotten fuck that took it, and make sure he never steals again. I have no problem with doing "the right thing" hard core user, or lowlife, I do not care whatsoever. I wonder what is next to steal the firetruck while the firemen put out flames on a burning orphanage? Regardless of what you or I might do, the point is, that part of the island is nearly as bad as the Waipahu and Waianae are seriously infested drug areas, and Mokuleia isn't a whole lot better. Hawaii is the Ice capital of the USA, and is one of the top meth states. Crime is rampant in certain areas. You can't leave ANYTHING laying around. I work there quite regularly, and have seen or heard about all sorts of theft of even silly little things like blankets, towels, shoes, sunglasses, whatever...while the owner was only a few feet away. Someone attempted to steal my rental Harley; only the disc lock prevented it. And that was in a heavily trafficked parking lot, in front of a major mall. I'm sure the person that stole the rig isn't a skydiver. I'm equally sure it's a user that saw opportunity regardless of what it was, and took it. Back to point, I'd like to help Tim out. I started skydiving at Mokuleia, they're a great bunch of people there. I agree with you completely, Hilo is pretty fucked as well. I have even had friends who had their apartment robbed and they lived on the 5th floor, the thieves scaled the outside of the building in order to go in through the window that was not covered by a metal shutter. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zing 2 #42 October 4, 2006 Talked to Tim half an hour ago. He'll join the discussion here when he gets to a computer and signs up. I'm certain he'd appreciate some help on new gear. I've got a couple spare bucks to add too.Zing Lurks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zing 2 #43 October 4, 2006 Hey Tim, Post something so Skymama can get through to you.Zing Lurks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #44 October 4, 2006 Yeah, Tim, send me a pm! 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
DSE 5 #45 October 4, 2006 skymama, do you have a PayPal account we can send funds to? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpmaster 0 #46 October 5, 2006 Hey everybody I can not believe the response from everyone. The generosity has blown me away. I feel awkward trying to set up something for people to send me donations, However this could not have been a worse time to lose my gear. Any help is appreciated, For those whom are so inclined: Donations will be can be accepted through my friend & Master Rigger (thanks George!) paypal account: spacetech2k@yakoo.com or Tim Straus P.O. Box 199 Waialua, HI 96791 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #47 October 5, 2006 Quotespacetech2k@yakoo.com Hey Tim, Should that be spacetech2k@yahoo.com? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigway 4 #48 October 5, 2006 I am on my way back to uk on friday, as soon as i am around my bank account there will be 200us from myself paypaled to you. Good on you for doing what you did. .Karnage Krew Gear Store . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #49 October 5, 2006 Welcome to the forums, Tim! Thanks for giving us a way of thanking you for being there for a brother. A real hero does not champion themselves, but allows others to do it for them. Thanks for giving us this chance. Hope that the dollars you receive will help. If you're ever back across the ocean I'll buy you a beer in person. ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zing 2 #50 October 5, 2006 I'm putting a check in the mail tomorrow morning ... anybody else???Zing Lurks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
