kallend 2,112 #1 March 29, 2004 I thought it was great. I particularly enjoyed the seminars by John LeBlanc, Jari Kuosma and Bill Booth. Pity it takes months to get a new Vector III.... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamesNahikian 0 #2 March 29, 2004 Skydive Tecumseh. Enjoy Hollywood, Kids. 3-2-1 C'ya. D. James Nahikian CHICAGO Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChasingBlueSky 0 #3 March 29, 2004 what does that mean James? The Expo was great! John - you did a great job on the exit seperation seminar and I don't see how anyone could listen to it and say how freeflyers could go out first or how the 45 degree rule works. BTW - I heard a swooper give an excuse that freeflyers should get out first so they can have better swoops and dzo's would see it's the right thing. Bill Booth and John LeBlanc's talks were fantastic! No matter how many times I hear those guys talk, I learn something new each time. The great thing? I heard everyone asking them the same questions all weekend long, and they were as energetic and stayed long after every seminar talking to the straglers.....and then John gave an impromptu packing lesson after the day ended on Sat. Had a chance to look at a Katana 97 and watched a 107 in flight. After talking to John and J - I can't wait until they finish up the 150 so I can jump it! It sounds like the 135 is further along than the 150, and they will be done when they are done. Had a chance to talk to Aubrey and I am very curious to try the Vision now. Freefall Accessories are a nice group of people with custom faces for their Altimeters. On top of that, the "Inversion" model has been designed to work better while freeflying. And there was a lot more that happened as well.... I'll have some pics to post later. Now. Who stuck around and heard the secret news for Summerfest???? Rook. Sign me up!_________________________________________ you can burn the land and boil the sea, but you can't take the sky from me.... I WILL fly again..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamesNahikian 0 #4 March 29, 2004 I can only say that plumbing impresses some people more than others and I hope to see them on the freefly mats once they finish their BASE training. D. James Nahikian CHICAGO Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AntiPinkChrissy 0 #5 March 29, 2004 QuoteSkydive Tecumseh. what is this refering to?...just curious. ~La La Gang Member #2~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vallerina 2 #6 March 29, 2004 I wish we would've gone. It sounded awesome. All dropzones should be located within 20 mins of my house! That would make my life much easier.There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rehmwa 2 #7 March 29, 2004 QuoteBTW - I heard a swooper give an excuse that freeflyers should get out first so they can have better swoops and dzo's would see it's the right thing. typical - everyone swoops nowadays but this guy must be the real thing - the center of the universe and so very important ... Driving is a one dimensional activity - a monkey can do it - being proud of your driving abilities is like being proud of being able to put on pants Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #8 March 29, 2004 Yah...it was good. I only wish that I could've been there on Saturday, too, but I had to work. At least I won a $5.00 gift certificate to the Ali Bear Cafe! _Pm P.S. - The Summerfest secret: I think Andy and I will watch the first load from the ground. I wonder if there would be a waiver especially for that type of "aircraft"?__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChasingBlueSky 0 #9 March 29, 2004 QuoteI can only say that plumbing impresses some people more than others and I hope to see them on the freefly mats once they finish their BASE training. D. James Nahikian CHICAGO once again - huh?_________________________________________ you can burn the land and boil the sea, but you can't take the sky from me.... I WILL fly again..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diverdriver 6 #10 March 29, 2004 QuoteYah...it was good. I only wish that I could've been there on Saturday, too, but I had to work. At least I won a $5.00 gift certificate to the Ali Bear Cafe! _Pm P.S. - The Summerfest secret: I think Andy and I will watch the first load from the ground. I wonder if there would be a waiver especially for that type of "aircraft"? What? You've never seen people exiting a trailer before? Wonder what kind of altitude we are going to get? Gives a new meaning to the phrase "Door!" when it's from a trailer. <...DD dreams of a SkyCrane....> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricaH 0 #11 March 29, 2004 Yes, it was very good. Even if some was a bit dry, I always (well, the 2 times I've gone) learn something. I'm so greatful to those excellent people, high up in the industry for taking the time to come up from their typically southern homes & share with us in the cold. At least the weather wasn't too bad. And, I got to meet some poeple too, which always rocks!! Val & Rehmwa, you should've come! Good to meet diverdriver, eeneR & MissImperfect! There is no can't. Only lack of knowledge or fear. Only you can fix your fear. PMS #227 (just like the TV show) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
craichead 0 #12 March 29, 2004 I wonder how big the trailer is going to be...and how many people it will hold. And how do you rig it up with seatbelts? More importantly, will it be decked out in kitsch decorations, like rope lighting strung across the roof? _Pm__ "Scared of love, love and aeroplanes...falling out, I said takes no brains." -- Andy Partridge (XTC) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChasingBlueSky 0 #13 March 29, 2004 Does anyone know if Indyz made it home alive?? _________________________________________ you can burn the land and boil the sea, but you can't take the sky from me.... I WILL fly again..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricaH 0 #14 March 29, 2004 Oh, yea, I met him too... sorry, I don't know. Kallend, I figured out who you are & I believe I did a jump w/ you in Dec of '02.. but am sure you wouldn't remember me. It was me & another girl, both of us with less than 50 jumps - needless to say, we didn't get any points in . There is no can't. Only lack of knowledge or fear. Only you can fix your fear. PMS #227 (just like the TV show) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kallend 2,112 #15 March 29, 2004 QuoteOh, yea, I met him too... sorry, I don't know. Kallend, I figured out who you are & I believe I did a jump w/ you in Dec of '02.. but am sure you wouldn't remember me. It was me & another girl, both of us with less than 50 jumps - needless to say, we didn't get any points in . But did you land safely and have fun?... The only sure way to survive a canopy collision is not to have one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #16 March 29, 2004 QuoteDoes anyone know if Indyz made it home alive?? Not dead! It took me 3 hours to go 115 miles in the rain. I'd rate the trip Scary with occasional bursts of Fucking Terrifying. Hooray for hydroplaning. I had a great time at the Expo. Finally got to make a jump at SDC. John LeBlanc's and Bill Booth's talks were the standout for me, but every talk I went to was very good. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamesNahikian 0 #17 March 29, 2004 FWIW, I met a good bunch on Saturday and thought my prompts might elicit names. They were visiting from Tecumseh, at least I think it was that, on their way out west for BASE. I’ll see them at Summerfest, said they’d return for the world class “facilities” (which were practically sterile btw). I appreciated the industry people sharing their knowledge with us. In particular John LeBlanc spent at least half an hour jawing with me about canopy design and the Katana. Didn’t make it out on Sunday, my loss. I got stuck indoors spectating at the gorgeous weather, at least it was so in the city. But it’s early. D. James Nahikian CHICAGO p.s. missed seeing the Sunny One. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #18 March 29, 2004 Quotep.s. missed seeing the Sunny One. SDC was too far for me to drive with a broken ankle, and the person that was supposed to take me, ditched me. Oh well, see ya this summer for some HD action. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Misslmperfect 0 #19 March 29, 2004 great meeting you as well! your avatar doesn't do you justice at all! i wish i could have stayed and talked longer, but i was so freakin cold and had somewhere to go Bo, thanks for babysitting! who was that 'jersey girl' we were talking to?? she was a DOLL! i cant remember her name. anywho, awesome to finally meet you! thanks to rainbo for taking the time to chat with me...what a NICE guy! i got some great advice there. i got to meet indyz too....he made me feel right at home i saw diverdriver, but didnt get a chance to say hello..he was just pointed out to me. i finally got to meet missy and rook in person, and they're just as awesome as everyone said they'd be , but i learned a ton just chatting and observing. well, again, it was great meeting all of you! im excited to know that ill recognize some faces when i get back for AFP....ok, im really done this time Oh Canada, merci pour la livraison! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricaH 0 #20 March 29, 2004 Yes, landing was safe, though fairly far away. Fun? Well, falling through the sky was always fun, the actual dive thought, was a bit dissconcerting. At least it was outta the Cessna so not too many people observed it. MissImperfect, thank you . Yes, the people @ SDC are great, Missy & Rook are amazingly nice!! And they put on such a great event. There is no can't. Only lack of knowledge or fear. Only you can fix your fear. PMS #227 (just like the TV show) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rainbo 0 #21 March 30, 2004 Awwww, you are going to make me blush, which I do quite easily. Look forward to seeing you again in the future. BTW, any stories of my supposed drunkeness on Sat. evening are probably being blown quite out of proportion.Rainbo TheSpeedTriple - Speed is everything "Blessed are those who can give without remembering, and take without forgetting." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wendybird 0 #22 March 30, 2004 QuoteP.S. - The Summerfest secret: I think Andy and I will watch the first load from the ground. I wonder if there would be a waiver especially for that type of "aircraft"? OMG! I just about fell out of my seat laughing my a** off when they announced that! How cool is that going to be?! I'm with you though -- maybe I'll watch the first one before I manifest ... What a great bunch of seminars this weekend. Kudos to absolutely everyone involved in pulling this off once again.Wendy "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used u Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
