Sebazz1 2 #51 June 23, 2003 Whatever you can get... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #52 June 23, 2003 Quote If I let someone drive my car I also explain all the nuances associated with a complex vehicle. Just so everyone knows, Shark's got a BMW 5-series. The line starts with me. So, um, Mark, when can you get me the keys? So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crapflinger2000 1 #53 June 23, 2003 Quote You know what they say about assumptions. Yes, it makes an ass out of "u" and "mptions", whoever that is... __________________________________________________ What would Vic Mackey do? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shark 0 #54 June 23, 2003 Quote Would you explain to an experienced jumper how to cut away? Kill lines have been common since I started jumping, and I can't think of anyone not using them. I have no idea how long they've been around. I would assume he knew about it. After their currency had lapsed, yes. You see, you are assuming. Being an instructor I do not assuming anything. Just because a student has a perfect arch during the dirt dive doesn't mean they will do it in the air. Just because a level 3 student waves off at 5 doesn't mean he's going to pull. I've had one do a PRCP and go back into FF. I docked and pulled. Never assume. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivexxl 0 #55 June 23, 2003 or an ass out of you and Uma Thurman... and no liz, not a pirate. Blog Clicky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sebazz1 2 #56 June 23, 2003 We are talking about someone who has been in the sport for 12 years and has 600+ skydives at many DZ's... ... i would assume he knows. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shark 0 #57 June 23, 2003 Quote When I sold my first container and canopy, it was to a newbie and I took some time with him to explain every specific of this gear. I really didn't felt the same way with this guys that was more experienced than me... I felt responsible anyway and will not do the same mistake again. Cool. I think you do understand, but it is interesting that some people appear to be slamming the guy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shark 0 #58 June 23, 2003 Quote We are talking about someone who has been in the sport for 12 years and has 600+ skydives at many DZ's... ... i would assume he knows. Well, shit happens. With 12 years in the sport and over 600 jumps is he qualified to jump sub-100 sq. ft. canopy? According to some of the threads he could be. But that's another debate. You are correct, it is a moot point now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,577 #59 June 24, 2003 Quote With 12 years in the sport and over 600 jumps is he qualified to jump sub-100 sq. ft. canopy? He's probably more qualified to make the decision. 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
crapflinger2000 1 #60 June 24, 2003 Did we mention that his cypres fires on every jump? Seriously, I think it is just a case of complacency aggravated by a few (legitimate) assumptions... no big deal, he won't make the mistake again, the parties involved will quiz people a little more in the future... all's well that ends well... __________________________________________________ What would Vic Mackey do? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
r2hubert 0 #61 June 24, 2003 Quote Did we mention that his cypres fires on every jump? You mean his FXC -- Renaud SMA #9 "Mind is like parachute. It only functions when it's open." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
