happythoughts 0 #1 February 10, 2005 I went out to the dz late today. They were putting together a hoop dive. It was divided into two groups. Each group had 4 or 5 divers. In group 1, the first guy got through. The second guy approached at a 45 degree angle and clotheslined himself on the bottom of the hoop. He then swung his feet around under one of the guys holding the hoop and took his air. I was in group 2. I made through twice and was set up for a third run. However, then a guy hooked it with the back of his knees and took it out. The videos of hoop dives are always funny. Everyone checked their gear for snag points and made sure their PC was tucked away well. I know that it is very easy to snag the top with your feet/ankles, but for some reason I generally do. I did remember to tuck my hands back and cover my PC as I went through. There was some talk about doing inflatables tomorrow. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #2 February 10, 2005 Get a job and stop hanging out at the DZ during the week.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #3 February 10, 2005 Quote Get a job and stop hanging out at the DZ during the week. I've been responsible before. The fun part of that is very small. If everyone did what the correct adult thing, Oprah would be off the air and all her employees would be homeless. You don't want that, do you? It's just a social duty for me. I'm a bad example. "Kids...stay in school. You don't want to end up like that man." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,589 #4 February 10, 2005 (Wendy blows on fingernails, too cool to drool) Now here's how to go through the hoop.... Just don't look at the open main flap due to old velcro. We all had that in those days. Me going through the hoop, Cathy Chapline and (I think) Debbie Fernon holding. Wendy W.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #5 February 10, 2005 You go WendyThat is an old picture, look at the gear and jumpsuits. What are they going to say about our rigs and jumpsuits in ten yearsMay your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #6 February 10, 2005 Quote(Wendy blows on fingernails, too cool to drool) Now here's how to go through the hoop.... No doubt! Nice pic. When ya got it, flaunt it. Arms back with a good track going. Legs straight so the ankles don't catch the top. That, my friends, is a perfect hoop swoop. A pic to learn from. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
