SmilingPhoenix 0 #1 October 26, 2006 So I am going to my first boogie this weekend. Tell me your stories of your first boogie. Any advice or general things to keep on the lookout for would be welcome as well... Of course, I already know to watch out for the guys who have done a bazzilion jumps, stopped counting a trazillion ago, and think they are Skygods Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigway 4 #2 October 26, 2006 I already know to watch out for the guys who have done a bazzilion jumps, stopped counting a trazillion ago, and think they are Skygods First of all you might want to lose that thought process. People that you have just described are people that will teach you and keep you safe. What boogie you off to anyway? .Karnage Krew Gear Store . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kris2extreme 0 #3 October 26, 2006 I'm jealous Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #4 October 26, 2006 Here's a link to a thread that has some good info as well as links to other threads with good info... http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=1866766 My first boogie was a fairly small one, but it involved a big road trip with two DZ.commers I'd only "met" online. It could have gone horribly, horribly awry, but it ended up being a total blast with lots of random, goofy memories (and memorable quotes that we still throw around today). My biggest piece of advice would be this: don't let "boogie fever" cloud your judgment. If you're asked on a jump that you wouldn't do on any other Saturday at your home DZ, think long and hard about why you're doing it at the boogie. And don't be afraid to say no to jumps if you don't feel comfortable. I got asked on 14 ways at my first boogie - I had about 40 jumps at the time and knew I didn't have the air awareness to be comfortable with that at the time. I said no. "C'mon, we'll just put you in the base." I still said no. And have fun!"There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilingPhoenix 0 #5 October 26, 2006 No worries Bigway, I was trying to be funny - didn't work apparently San Marcos, a bunch of the people I do trust from SDH will be there, so it seems like a good place to start. I'm still so new at all of this, I need all the advice I can get.Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bigway 4 #6 October 26, 2006 Is it a big boogie. You were funny, i was just hoping that you were trying to be. All this talk about skygods, i have only ever seen one maybe. Most people that are shit hot at skydiving are usually the friendliest guys out there. The only reason they get that good is cause they have lots of friends to train with. .Karnage Krew Gear Store . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindercles 0 #7 October 26, 2006 Uh oh, you're not going to the Temple boogie, are you? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilingPhoenix 0 #8 October 26, 2006 Thanks NWflyer - great links and advice! I'll be thinking of you Kris! I would say it's big, but I don' t have anything to compare it to. They are going to have a helicopter and balloon jumps - not that I can do those since I just have an "A", but I can jump the Casa and that sounds like a blast. Maybe I can get in my first 8 way the week after I got my license - how cool would that be? I better go buy a LOT of beer...Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilingPhoenix 0 #9 October 26, 2006 QuoteUh oh, you're not going to the Temple boogie, are you? Oooh, do I scare you? My plan is working... Bwaaaaa haaaaa haaaaaa Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindercles 0 #10 October 26, 2006 QuoteThey are going to have a helicopter and balloon jumps - not that I can do those since I just have an "A", but I can jump the Casa and that sounds like a blast. I'll take that as a no, since you didn't answer me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #11 October 26, 2006 QuoteI already know to watch out for the guys who have done a bazzilion jumps, stopped counting a trazillion ago, and think they are Skygods First of all you might want to lose that thought process. People that you have just described are people that will teach you and keep you safe. What boogie you off to anyway? She's better off getting help from the experienced jumpers who *don't* have a skygod attitude. Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilingPhoenix 0 #12 October 26, 2006 QuoteQuoteThey are going to have a helicopter and balloon jumps - not that I can do those since I just have an "A", but I can jump the Casa and that sounds like a blast. I'll take that as a no, since you didn't answer me. I like to make people beg... good job Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivermom 0 #13 October 26, 2006 That is so cool that you get to go to such a large boogie right after you get licensed...course it would be even cooler if you were coming to Salado Have a blast jumping the CASA, and I'll see ya in Houston soon!Mrs. WaltAppel All things work together for good to them that love God...Romans 8:28 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #14 October 26, 2006 QuoteSo I am going to my first boogie this weekend. Tell me your stories of your first boogie. Any advice or general things to keep on the lookout for would be welcome as well... Of course, I already know to watch out for the guys who have done a bazzilion jumps, stopped counting a trazillion ago, and think they are Skygods Here are a few random thoughts. In my opinion the best dropzones and boogies have load organizers who are skilled in designing jumps that are challenging but within the capabilities of the people on the load. Ask about load organizers. If they have 'em, be sure to tell the load organizer your experience level. One of the problems you will run across at boogies is a "zoo load" mentality where bigger is better. A dive that may start as a 3- or 4-way can quickly turn into a 12-way or larger. If you find yourself in that situation, be smart enough to get off that load. Not only will you likely be avoiding a very poor quality skydive, but you will be a lot safer. You need more experience before doing the bigger loads. I'm sure this is going to annoy some people but the reality is you're a hot chick with a beautiful smile and that makes you a lot more likely to get invited on loads that are beyond what you can do safely. Be aware of that and stay within your comfort zone on load sizes and levels of complexity. You can do jumps that are plenty challenging and fun without going big. I'd also suggest being careful about alcohol consumption. Alcohol flows freely at boogies after the jumping is done--typically there is a *lot* more alcohol than during normal DZ after-jump evenings. Know your limit and stick to it. This applies to regular jumping at your DZ too. Be sure you have plenty of food and water on hand. It is very easy to get into the jumping and forget about eating and staying hydrated. Unless you are staying in a motel (the best option in my opinion) or an RV, call the DZ and ask if they have a bunkhouse and whether they allow tents. If you stay in a tent, be *very* sure to check the forecast ahead of time. Staying in a tent when it's raining can really suck. BTW, if you are not going to be sleeping in a real bed, take a pillow or two. They are really, really nice to have when you are roughing it. Don't forget to take some sunblock and insect repellent. It's better to have them and not need them than need them and not have them. Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MagicGuy 0 #15 October 26, 2006 My first (and only, so far) boogie was the same weekend that I did my AFF! I got spoiled. I scheduled my AFF not even knowing what a boogie was. I showed up on that Thursday, prepared to stay through Sunday, and to my surprise it was the weekend of the annual Jumptown Casa Boogie. I didn't even know what a Casa was, so I wasn't too excited at first. Man, I had a blast, though! I did 6 of my 8 AFF jumps out of a Casa. Friggin' awesome. I met a lot of cool people, drank a lot of beer, graduated AFF, and watched a Casa ingest a bird with 30 people on board. It was a great time. Although I wish I could've ran out of that Casa doing flips, there's always next year! You'll have a blast. Enjoy that Casa. Do some cool exits out of that thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivermom 0 #16 October 26, 2006 ***I'm sure this is going to annoy some people but the reality is you're a hot chick with a beautiful smile and that makes you a lot more likely to get invited on loads that are beyond what you can do safely. Quote ....or sometime you may run into a guy who bugs the crap out of you to do CReW with him, and you end up doing it just to get him to shut up...then before you know it, your freefall time abruptly stops adding up, and you get used to landing OFF the DZ!Mrs. WaltAppel All things work together for good to them that love God...Romans 8:28 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amazon 7 #17 October 26, 2006 QuoteSan Marcos, a bunch of the people I do trust from SDH will be there, so it seems like a good place to start. I'm still so new at all of this, I need all the advice I can get. Are you a Pink Mafia Sister yet??? If not hook up with Kim... I THINK she is a delegate that can initiate you down there.... if now.. Come to the Eloy Holiday boogie and I will Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SmilingPhoenix 0 #18 October 26, 2006 I'm not a Pink Mafia Sister yet, but whatever it is, I'm in! I'll try to find Kim... let's see how many firsts I can get in this weekend!Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites lisamariewillbe 1 #19 October 26, 2006 Kims in Eloy right now. She will be at the Gravity Rat boogie the first weekend of Dec in Capitol. Ill be in San Marcos on sunday to jump. See ya then SmilingPhoenix.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 Amazon 7 #20 October 26, 2006 QuoteI'm not a Pink Mafia Sister yet, but whatever it is, I'm in! Kewl..... well it involves jumping with a sister... who can initiate you... and there are those of us who are delegates all over the country... OR jump with any one of the original Gold Coast PMS... and the prerequisite.... is to jump with our Barbie Doll and to have fun http://thepinkmafia.com See if you can pick me out there Just look in skypics and look for LOTS of [RED]RED[RED] Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SmilingPhoenix 0 #21 October 27, 2006 QuoteQuoteI'm not a Pink Mafia Sister yet, but whatever it is, I'm in! Kewl..... well it involves jumping with a sister... who can initiate you... and there are those of us who are delegates all over the country... OR jump with any one of the original Gold Coast PMS... and the prerequisite.... is to jump with our Barbie Doll and to have fun http://thepinkmafia.com See if you can pick me out there Just look in skypics and look for LOTS of [RED]RED[RED] Cool! Now I guess I just need a barbie to go with all of the beer I'm going to owe before the weekend is over... Are you in the one on the right with two people in red and two barbies? Looks fun!Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Thanatos340 1 #22 October 27, 2006 My First Boogie was the First Dublin Boogie. Had no idea what to expect. Had exactly 20 Jumps and no rig. The DZO of my tiny cessna DZ at that time let me borrow a Rig so I could Jump. Didnt know anyone there. I was all quiet and shy hanging out by myself. Skymonkey one was the first to up and introduce himself. Offered to take me up and work with me to get anything I needed signed up on my A card. By the end of the Boogie, I had many new Friends and a Certificate for 50% off a new Complete Rig from Aerodyne (Won in the Raffel). My First Boogie fuckin Rocked!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amazon 7 #23 October 27, 2006 Nope.. that is Brandy on the right..... I am on the left... in the tie dye Infinity.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Samurai136 0 #24 October 27, 2006 QuoteI'd also suggest being careful about alcohol consumption. Alcohol flows freely at boogies after the jumping is done--typically there is a *lot* more alcohol than during normal DZ after-jump evenings. Know your limit and stick to it. Walt is a SNAG! Seriously, boogie rules are the same as college rules. Cover your ass. You are the only person who can look out for you. Stick with your friends...."Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Amazon 7 #25 October 27, 2006 QuoteSkymonkey one was the first to up and introduce himself Hell when he met me all he could do was fixate on my chest and say" Dayum woman... each one of your breasts is as big as my head" Deucipoo about busted a gut laughing at that one Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. 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Amazon 7 #17 October 26, 2006 QuoteSan Marcos, a bunch of the people I do trust from SDH will be there, so it seems like a good place to start. I'm still so new at all of this, I need all the advice I can get. Are you a Pink Mafia Sister yet??? If not hook up with Kim... I THINK she is a delegate that can initiate you down there.... if now.. Come to the Eloy Holiday boogie and I will Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilingPhoenix 0 #18 October 26, 2006 I'm not a Pink Mafia Sister yet, but whatever it is, I'm in! I'll try to find Kim... let's see how many firsts I can get in this weekend!Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #19 October 26, 2006 Kims in Eloy right now. She will be at the Gravity Rat boogie the first weekend of Dec in Capitol. Ill be in San Marcos on sunday to jump. See ya then SmilingPhoenix.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
Amazon 7 #20 October 26, 2006 QuoteI'm not a Pink Mafia Sister yet, but whatever it is, I'm in! Kewl..... well it involves jumping with a sister... who can initiate you... and there are those of us who are delegates all over the country... OR jump with any one of the original Gold Coast PMS... and the prerequisite.... is to jump with our Barbie Doll and to have fun http://thepinkmafia.com See if you can pick me out there Just look in skypics and look for LOTS of [RED]RED[RED] Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmilingPhoenix 0 #21 October 27, 2006 QuoteQuoteI'm not a Pink Mafia Sister yet, but whatever it is, I'm in! Kewl..... well it involves jumping with a sister... who can initiate you... and there are those of us who are delegates all over the country... OR jump with any one of the original Gold Coast PMS... and the prerequisite.... is to jump with our Barbie Doll and to have fun http://thepinkmafia.com See if you can pick me out there Just look in skypics and look for LOTS of [RED]RED[RED] Cool! Now I guess I just need a barbie to go with all of the beer I'm going to owe before the weekend is over... Are you in the one on the right with two people in red and two barbies? Looks fun!Because life is an adventure - it may not be the one you planned, but then it wouldn't be an adventure! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Thanatos340 1 #22 October 27, 2006 My First Boogie was the First Dublin Boogie. Had no idea what to expect. Had exactly 20 Jumps and no rig. The DZO of my tiny cessna DZ at that time let me borrow a Rig so I could Jump. Didnt know anyone there. I was all quiet and shy hanging out by myself. Skymonkey one was the first to up and introduce himself. Offered to take me up and work with me to get anything I needed signed up on my A card. By the end of the Boogie, I had many new Friends and a Certificate for 50% off a new Complete Rig from Aerodyne (Won in the Raffel). My First Boogie fuckin Rocked!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #23 October 27, 2006 Nope.. that is Brandy on the right..... I am on the left... in the tie dye Infinity.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Samurai136 0 #24 October 27, 2006 QuoteI'd also suggest being careful about alcohol consumption. Alcohol flows freely at boogies after the jumping is done--typically there is a *lot* more alcohol than during normal DZ after-jump evenings. Know your limit and stick to it. Walt is a SNAG! Seriously, boogie rules are the same as college rules. Cover your ass. You are the only person who can look out for you. Stick with your friends...."Buttons aren't toys." - Trillian Ken Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #25 October 27, 2006 QuoteSkymonkey one was the first to up and introduce himself Hell when he met me all he could do was fixate on my chest and say" Dayum woman... each one of your breasts is as big as my head" Deucipoo about busted a gut laughing at that one Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
