pop 0 #1 March 28, 2005 So whats up with 80% of skydivers wearing "cool" shades? I must admit I own a pair of Gatorz myself that I wear from one occasion to another. But what is it about looking cool? Does that make people better skydivers?7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #2 March 28, 2005 i don't know about looking cool, but here in AZ its either wear shades or go blind. Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #3 March 28, 2005 I wear gatorz b/c I destory oakley's very quickly and I want quality sunglasses to wear since I'm outside a LOT. Be it skydiving, on my motorcycle, whatever.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buried 0 #4 March 28, 2005 You think they make them look 'cool'? I think they make them look nerdy Where is my fizzy-lifting drink? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ccowden 0 #5 March 28, 2005 I personally wear sunglasses for skydiving because of the fact that my eyes are sensative and I am constantly in the sun. I think it is a good idea to wear some sort of protection for your eyes when you are outside that much. Plus, it looks cool! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #6 March 28, 2005 I've started wearing sunglasses year round long before I started skydiving. Squinting causes crows feet, and if I can avoid wrinkles, I will! And of course, I go for the kind that looks best on me and provides the best protection without breaking the bank! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ccowden 0 #7 March 28, 2005 The reason I wear Gatorz is simply because they are designed for active use and they fit nice and tight around my eyes. The aluminum frames and double hinges are great for the abuse they take. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #8 March 28, 2005 I think i have a problem. I own two pairs of Gatorz, two pair of Oakley's, and a really cool pair from Liquid Eyewear Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pop 0 #9 March 28, 2005 I've never heard of Liquid Eyewear....now I want one 7 ounce wonders, music and dogs that are not into beer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YahooLV 0 #10 March 28, 2005 I find the "DORK" look is in for me. With all the camera shit on my head, how else could I look?http://www.curtisglennphotography.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vdschoor 0 #11 March 28, 2005 I am wearing sunglasses so people can't see my eyes.. If they did they could see that I was really scared shitless instead of pretending to be all cool about jumping out of an airplane.. yeah that's it.. I think.. yeah! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrunkMonkey 0 #12 March 28, 2005 I guess I'm odd because I have two pairs of Sorz (one clear, one dark smoke) for jumping, but my sunglasses are Ozzy/John Lennon circular lens/wire frames.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frenchy68 0 #13 March 28, 2005 I wear my goggles because they are bolted to my nose bridge. "For once you have tasted Absinthe you will walk the earth with your eyes turned towards the gutter, for there you have been and there you will long to return." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumper03 0 #14 March 28, 2005 QuoteI wear my goggles because they are bolted to my nose bridge. but...but...but.... ah nevermind. Scars remind us that the past is real Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #15 March 28, 2005 I love my Oakley's. My eyes are extremely light sensitive so I pretty much live in them. I gladly pay more for Oakleys because of their great optics. I generally get about 3 years of use out of a pair of Minutes, and they way they fit my face makes them perfect for jumping with.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #16 March 28, 2005 I've been wearing a set of M-frames with the black iridium lenses... I may just have to spring for the polarized the next time around... wish they were just a smidge darker, though...Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #17 March 28, 2005 QuoteI love my Oakley's. My eyes are extremely light sensitive so I pretty much live in them. I gladly pay more for Oakleys because of their great optics. I generally get about 3 years of use out of a pair of Minutes, and they way they fit my face makes them perfect for jumping with. I have some lenses (blue tint, and polorized) for Oakley minutes that i don't have the frames for anymore, want them? Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #18 March 28, 2005 QuoteQuoteI love my Oakley's. My eyes are extremely light sensitive so I pretty much live in them. I gladly pay more for Oakleys because of their great optics. I generally get about 3 years of use out of a pair of Minutes, and they way they fit my face makes them perfect for jumping with. I have some lenses (blue tint, and polorized) for Oakley minutes that i don't have the frames for anymore, want them? You da' MAN!!!!! Those are the exact lenses I wanted for mine but couldn't find! I'll give you a case of whatever for them!!!!Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #19 March 28, 2005 QuoteYou da' MAN!!!!! Those are the exact lenses I wanted for mine but couldn't find! I'll give you a case of whatever for them!!!! It's a deal. I'll take a case of Makers Mark. I'll throw them in my gear bag so i have them when i see you next. Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #20 March 28, 2005 QuoteIt's a deal. I'll take a case of Makers Mark. I'll throw them in my gear bag so i have them when i see you next. Umm...errr....sure, if Maker's Mark happens to make a cheap beer. Thanks, Jeff. I appreciate it!!!Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PsychoBob 0 #21 March 28, 2005 ***Does that make people better skydivers? QuoteOne of my AFF instructors said there are 3 rules in skydiving. #1. No matter what you are doing, always look good doing it. #2. Always know what you are doing. #3. If you for some reason you don't know what your doing, refer to Rule # 1. My shades help me follow these rules."I'm not a gynecologist but I will take a look at it" RB #1295, Smokey Sister #1, HellFish #658, Dirty Sanchez #194, Muff Brothers #3834, POPS #9614, Orfun Foster-Parent?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Vallerina 2 #22 March 28, 2005 I'm never cool. I don't wear sunglasses while jumping. When I do wear sunglasses, they're a cheap (but quality) pair. However, I never claimed nor tried to be cool! That would just be setting myself up for failure! There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites chuckbrown 0 #23 March 28, 2005 It's all about looking good going to the plane. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PsychoBob 0 #24 March 28, 2005 ***However, I never claimed nor tried to be cool! QuoteThat is what makes you so cool!"I'm not a gynecologist but I will take a look at it" RB #1295, Smokey Sister #1, HellFish #658, Dirty Sanchez #194, Muff Brothers #3834, POPS #9614, Orfun Foster-Parent?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Lindsey 0 #25 March 28, 2005 QuoteI'm never cool. I don't wear sunglasses while jumping. When I do wear sunglasses, they're a cheap (but quality) pair. However, I never claimed nor tried to be cool! That would just be setting myself up for failure! Anybody who earns money belly dancing is WAY cool shades or no.... Peas! linz-- A conservative is just a liberal who's been mugged. A liberal is just a conservative who's been to jail 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. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
Vallerina 2 #22 March 28, 2005 I'm never cool. I don't wear sunglasses while jumping. When I do wear sunglasses, they're a cheap (but quality) pair. However, I never claimed nor tried to be cool! That would just be setting myself up for failure! There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuckbrown 0 #23 March 28, 2005 It's all about looking good going to the plane. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PsychoBob 0 #24 March 28, 2005 ***However, I never claimed nor tried to be cool! QuoteThat is what makes you so cool!"I'm not a gynecologist but I will take a look at it" RB #1295, Smokey Sister #1, HellFish #658, Dirty Sanchez #194, Muff Brothers #3834, POPS #9614, Orfun Foster-Parent?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Lindsey 0 #25 March 28, 2005 QuoteI'm never cool. I don't wear sunglasses while jumping. When I do wear sunglasses, they're a cheap (but quality) pair. However, I never claimed nor tried to be cool! That would just be setting myself up for failure! Anybody who earns money belly dancing is WAY cool shades or no.... Peas! linz-- A conservative is just a liberal who's been mugged. A liberal is just a conservative who's been to jail 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. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
Lindsey 0 #25 March 28, 2005 QuoteI'm never cool. I don't wear sunglasses while jumping. When I do wear sunglasses, they're a cheap (but quality) pair. However, I never claimed nor tried to be cool! That would just be setting myself up for failure! Anybody who earns money belly dancing is WAY cool shades or no.... Peas! linz-- A conservative is just a liberal who's been mugged. A liberal is just a conservative who's been to jail Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites