billvon 3,080 #1 August 25, 2001 I have sort of a love-hate relationship with Quincy. Objectively, it's usually way too hot and humid, it's a lot more dangerous than a typical DZ, and it's crowded. If I had a four-way team who wanted to train, I'd much rather do it at a small DZ with an otter or caravan - I guess I'm more of a small-DZ person than an Eloy type. Sure, all the different planes are nice, but after you've jumped them all, that starts to lose its attraction - I made six jet jumps, and that's probably enough.For me, the big part is the people. There are few skydivers out there I admire as much as I admire DJan, and the other organizers I work with - Mary, Winsor, Anita, Duck, Lee-the-pain-in-the-ass - are great. There are a few people I see only once a year now, like Bill and Teresa, Jim Beck (hope he's OK), Bill Hazlett, George Galloway, Cliff Schmucker, and Wendy Faulkner.Still, every year there's one person that really makes it worthwhile, that makes me look forward to working in Tent 4. This year it was Valerie.I jumped with her for the first time on Thursday, I think. It was a four-way, and as I hadn't jumped with her before, I planned a pretty straightforward 4-way dive. She had trouble, backsliding, then reaching for grips. I think we got 2 points or something. She looked mad at herself in the air, as if she was certain she could do better than that.After we landed I talked about the dive, and made some suggestions. She looked a little depressed. I can relate to that, because I hit my plateau at around 80 jumps or so - nothing I was doing seemed to be working, and I was positive I wasn't cut out to be a skydiver. I felt sort of like she looked at Quincy.The next day I made another few jumps with her. This time I planned some drill dives, 4-ways in which the objective was always simple - release a 4 way and don't move, release an open accordion and don't move. She did really well, and I spent some time going over what had changed and what was working. The next dive we did another 4-way with a little more motion and a little less drill. I could actually see her getting better as the dive progressed. The first time through, she backslid away dropped out, but the second time I could see the determination in her face to not move, and she didn't backslide more than a foot or so. We turned seven points on that dive, and she was really happy with it.That night I went to dinner in Quincy with her, Winsor, DJan, Anita and Rich. I felt a little bit bad for her, actually - she was a college woman on vacation, wanting to go to the party tent and drink, and here she was with Winsor and I, who were arguing over aerodynamics of jumpships. She did get a chance to talk to DJan, though, which I was hoping would happen.The next day she wanted to make one or two more jumps before she left. Winsor and I took her and one other experienced jumper up to do a 4-way. We turned eight points. She was better than she had been in the previous dive, and twice as good as she had been three days ago. We landed and she went in search of a Parachutist so she could find a form for her double falcon, with a big grin on her face the whole time. She decided to end on that note, which sounded like a good idea to me.To an organizer, instructor or JM, there's nothing better than watching someone improve right there in front of you. Valerie came to Quincy with some really basic RW skills and some problems, and left with the ability (and confidence in herself, I think) to do a decent 4-way. An organizer can't make that happen - all we can do is provide the environment and let the jumpers improve themselves. But when it does happen, it makes the mosquitoes, and 98 degree days, and people cutting you off on final all worth it. For me, it's what Quincy is all about.-bill von Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cloud9 0 #2 August 25, 2001 Hey BillThanks for posting these Quincy stories, its a nice change from some of what we've been reading here. These are the type of post that brought me to dz.com in the first place. I had a reserve ride last weekend broke some lines, so my canopy is gone for a reline and the reserve for a repack. Its great to be able to read about a boogie and some skydive's while I'm on the ground. Keep up the good work, I'm sure others are enjoying the reading as much as I am. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Michele 1 #3 August 25, 2001 Coud9 said it first and best:QuoteKeep up the good work, I'm sure others are enjoying the reading as much as I am.Yeep, one of the others here, really enjoying your posts!!!ciels-Michele"What of the dreams that never die? Turn to your left at the end of the sky". ~e e cummings~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freaksister 0 #4 August 25, 2001 QuoteWe landed and she went in search of a Parachutist so she could find a form for her double falcon, hehe- She found me cruising around on my golf cart and asked me if I had a Parachutist (apparently she couldn't find one anywhere! how weird, at Quincy) and low and behold, the Sis had one. She was a really sweet girl; we hit it off immediately on Thursday! Too bad she lives all the way up there in Illinois!SisI lust for the ultimate rush... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iflyme 0 #5 August 26, 2001 Bill, I'll just echo what Cloud9 said -- thanks for your stories. It's good to get back to basics -- the skydiving stuff we come here to talk about. Now if I could only get a couple of those coach jumps in with you... ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mouth 0 #6 August 26, 2001 Bill, That was such a nice post. I am sure Valerie really aprrecitates the time and effort you put into teaching her some needed basics. I guess I take for granted that Doug G from Nemesis is at our DZ and willing to jump and organize on every load that the team is not practicing. He has signed his share of Falcon and Eagle awards since I started jumping with him. It is really great that such talented jumpers will take the time to do drill dives with low time jumpers. Keep it up.Lisa Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chickenhawk420 0 #7 August 26, 2001 Which was your favourite to jump from? The b-17 bomb sounds alot of fun + which jet were you jumping from? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #8 August 27, 2001 I'm assuming the 727 that was at Quincy for a few years.Do I HAVE to do another raft dive??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites PLFKING 4 #9 August 27, 2001 Yeah, Bill....what they said !I think one of the coolest things about this sport is the openess and sharing the old-timers give us new folk. The original attractiveness of this site to me was the vast wealth of knowledge at your fingertips, just lying there, waiting for some newbie to ask for it. It helped me a huge amount....And the folks at the DZ...SUPER ! With very few RW jumps under my belt (and those with low-time jumpers such as myself), I got invited on my first four-way with some 1000+ jumpers yesterday, and it was fantastic ! Got our star, and the zig-zag, but when we moved to zipper I backslid too far and dropped about 15 feet below them, and by the time I got big and back up to them, we hit breakoff, so I tracked away....it was really a blast, however, and I was really grateful for the invite....thanks again, guys ! You long time jumpers and your willingness to help are one of the major reasons I keep coming back for more....along with the sheer thrill of the actual jumping !(I'm still walking around with a huge grin....)Don Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites rainman 0 #10 August 27, 2001 Hey Bill,As lots of people already said: Thanks for posting those great stories!Ramon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Pammi 0 #11 August 27, 2001 I have to say, the people at Tent 4 of Quincy are amazing. I can't even describe to you guys what it's like to be at Quincy, overwhelmed by the amount of things going on, as a newbie then have a place to go where people welcome you and really want to help you learn with no pressures. It was like a small DZ unto itself. My experience at Quincy was not as I'd thought it would be, obviously. After the first bi-plane jump, I was at the hospital with Merrick during most of it. I finally got back out there Saturday afternoon, just briefly, at Merrick's urging to go get a jump! I was really lonely, being unused to not having Merrick there to jump with and share the experience with, and a lot more scared of the whole thing then I'd started out being after what happened to him, plus meeting way too many other skydivers at the hospital with THEIR friends and families. I felt like I *had* to get up there though, get a jump, and show myself that these things happen, but you shouldn't quit! When I got back out to the airport, I grabbed all of my stuff from the tent and made my way to Tent 4. I see this board up saying "if you look lost or confused, you're in the right place"..something of that nature. It made me laugh. I met a very nice gentleman who talked to me a little and told me to have a seat, that there would be some organizers around to help me in a moment. After a bit, there was another gentleman (help me out here guys...I was so rushed afterwards, I didn't get a chance to get names or see anyone much after my jump!!) who was organizing a new load. I asked him if I could join, and he generously agreed! The first guy told them how I'd never jumped a rear-exit plane, so they decided to do a CASA jump for me :) Several others joined us and they organized a very simple 6 way, with me exiting linked with the organizer.We didn't pull it off, only 4 of us ending up together, but it was amazing and wonderful! Everyone was so incredibly friendly to me...trying to make me feel not so nervous, even when I was in the plane and expressed how I was more nervous then usual after Merrick's bad landing. After all, HE was the one that took this naturally, and if he can have something like that happen, I'm in deep shit! LOL! They told me over and over how it was all just good fun, that actually pulling it off was a 'bonus'. But even from just that one jump with them, I learned something! After turning in our two-way in circles, I discovered that the reason that always happens to me is that I look for the other skydivers coming in to take grips with us, and my body is following my head! The organizer kinda shook me and showed me to look directly at him, which I did and it immediately stopped! Another lesson learned :)I had to leave in a rush afterwards because when I called to the hospital, they were ready to release Merrick so I rushed straight back to help him. I didn't get to jump anymore with the guys there at Tent 4, but just that one jump, that welcome that I received there still touches me when I think about it. It was a difficult thing for me to go back out there and jump, by myself, especially watching a sweet couple on the plane sitting right in front of me kissing each other and such. I felt scared, lonely and like a traitor for experiencing the CASA without Merrick...for leaving him for even a moment. Skydivers really are a family, no matter who or where you are. It's a very special thing I feel priviledged to be a part of. PA new page! Bi-Plane pics! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Vallerina 2 #12 August 27, 2001 Hey, this post's about me!!! How fun! Thanks again, Bill, for all the work you did to help me skydive right! I just got my double falcon in the mail today, actually (thanks, freaksister, for letting me borrow your Parachutist!) I wish I could've taken all of Tent 4 home with me; I met many wonderful people there who went out of their way for me. Us low-timers have heard all the Quincy stories before we actually got there, but I found my little niche at tent 4 and felt safe and comfortable the entire time at the WFFC. I'm lucky I got to jump with such knowledgeable organizers like Bill, DJan, Winsor and Mary. I learned so much from them in such a little amount of time. It's great meeting so many awesome skydivers with thousands of jumps who want to be there to help you learn. I can't wait to go to the WFFC and hang out in tent 4 again next year!"To alcohol! The cause of-and solution to-all of life's problems!" -Homer Simpson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freaksister 0 #13 August 27, 2001 Hey girl! Glad you read this post. I was hoping somebody would tell you about it or something! Congrats on getting your double falcon! Woohoo!!You were one of the coolest people I met at Quincy and I hope to see you again someday!SisI lust for the ultimate rush... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites billvon 3,080 #14 August 27, 2001 >Which was your favourite to jump from? Hard to say. I think the helicopter and the jet would be the top two, with the B17 third and the biplane fourth.>The b-17 bomb sounds alot of fun + which jet were you jumping from?Cargo 727. One year we did a speedstar out of the jet on a high speed pass in the rain. Not recommended - after I landed it looked like I had a sunburn from the rain hitting me at 160mph.-bill von Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Iflyme 0 #15 August 28, 2001 Hey, welcome, Vallerina! My mind movie really got going when I learned you are from Munster ... I haven't thought about the old TV show for a verryyyy long time! Anyway, it sound like you had a good time at Quincy -- running into Bill was certainly a bit of luck for you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skymedic 0 #16 August 28, 2001 I cant wait till I can go to a large enough boogie for something like this. I seem to have to beg people to jump with me sometimes. it sucks being around the 30 plus jump mark.MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Mary 0 #17 August 29, 2001 Bill, you said it all about working in tent 4. As an Organizer I try to make sure everyone has a great time while doing jumps with us from tent 4. Different jumpers want to learn different things, I guess that's why we all work so well together. Tra la la.....you'd never catch me making a nude skydive, that's why we have you there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Aviatrr 0 #18 August 29, 2001 Quote I seem to have to beg people to jump with me sometimes. it sucks being around the 30 plus jump mark. Just tell people you have around 1,000 jumps.. They'll only jump with ya once - but at least they'll jump with ya.. Mike Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bbbilly14 0 #19 August 29, 2001 QuoteSkydivers really are a family, no matter who or where you areAnd this is exactly the reason I enjoy this site. Everyone has something to say, either good or bad, but mainly good.Love,Billy"Light a candle for the sinners---Set the world on fire!"Marilyn Manson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #20 August 29, 2001 "I seem to have to beg people to jump with me sometimes. it sucks being around the 30 plus jump mark. "I know how that is. I have been going through that my entire jumping career. First it was RW where, at 20 some jumps, I had to get in the air and prove I wasn't dangerous. Now, it's Free Fly. I get the "How many jumps, How many head down and sit fly's" question. Funny thing is, every time I get in the air with someone it turns out 1000 times better than the "experienced" jumper thought it would. I dont take it personally. In fact it gives me respect for that jumper. I have become cautious in the same way. Even at just 76 jumps I have jumped with many people who's claims on the ground didn't even come close to what they could do in the air. I just strive to make a good reputation with the more experienced folks in the area. Eventually, everyone will get to know you and your skills. If you really do know what you are doing it has never taken me more than one jump with a "pro" to be "Blessed" at that particular DZ. Most people dont require that you are a bad ass. Just that you arent a hazard!"The cab driver said... he recognized my girly by the back of her head" -Beasty BoysClay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Join the conversation You can post now and register later. 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PLFKING 4 #9 August 27, 2001 Yeah, Bill....what they said !I think one of the coolest things about this sport is the openess and sharing the old-timers give us new folk. The original attractiveness of this site to me was the vast wealth of knowledge at your fingertips, just lying there, waiting for some newbie to ask for it. It helped me a huge amount....And the folks at the DZ...SUPER ! With very few RW jumps under my belt (and those with low-time jumpers such as myself), I got invited on my first four-way with some 1000+ jumpers yesterday, and it was fantastic ! Got our star, and the zig-zag, but when we moved to zipper I backslid too far and dropped about 15 feet below them, and by the time I got big and back up to them, we hit breakoff, so I tracked away....it was really a blast, however, and I was really grateful for the invite....thanks again, guys ! You long time jumpers and your willingness to help are one of the major reasons I keep coming back for more....along with the sheer thrill of the actual jumping !(I'm still walking around with a huge grin....)Don Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rainman 0 #10 August 27, 2001 Hey Bill,As lots of people already said: Thanks for posting those great stories!Ramon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Pammi 0 #11 August 27, 2001 I have to say, the people at Tent 4 of Quincy are amazing. I can't even describe to you guys what it's like to be at Quincy, overwhelmed by the amount of things going on, as a newbie then have a place to go where people welcome you and really want to help you learn with no pressures. It was like a small DZ unto itself. My experience at Quincy was not as I'd thought it would be, obviously. After the first bi-plane jump, I was at the hospital with Merrick during most of it. I finally got back out there Saturday afternoon, just briefly, at Merrick's urging to go get a jump! I was really lonely, being unused to not having Merrick there to jump with and share the experience with, and a lot more scared of the whole thing then I'd started out being after what happened to him, plus meeting way too many other skydivers at the hospital with THEIR friends and families. I felt like I *had* to get up there though, get a jump, and show myself that these things happen, but you shouldn't quit! When I got back out to the airport, I grabbed all of my stuff from the tent and made my way to Tent 4. I see this board up saying "if you look lost or confused, you're in the right place"..something of that nature. It made me laugh. I met a very nice gentleman who talked to me a little and told me to have a seat, that there would be some organizers around to help me in a moment. After a bit, there was another gentleman (help me out here guys...I was so rushed afterwards, I didn't get a chance to get names or see anyone much after my jump!!) who was organizing a new load. I asked him if I could join, and he generously agreed! The first guy told them how I'd never jumped a rear-exit plane, so they decided to do a CASA jump for me :) Several others joined us and they organized a very simple 6 way, with me exiting linked with the organizer.We didn't pull it off, only 4 of us ending up together, but it was amazing and wonderful! Everyone was so incredibly friendly to me...trying to make me feel not so nervous, even when I was in the plane and expressed how I was more nervous then usual after Merrick's bad landing. After all, HE was the one that took this naturally, and if he can have something like that happen, I'm in deep shit! LOL! They told me over and over how it was all just good fun, that actually pulling it off was a 'bonus'. But even from just that one jump with them, I learned something! After turning in our two-way in circles, I discovered that the reason that always happens to me is that I look for the other skydivers coming in to take grips with us, and my body is following my head! The organizer kinda shook me and showed me to look directly at him, which I did and it immediately stopped! Another lesson learned :)I had to leave in a rush afterwards because when I called to the hospital, they were ready to release Merrick so I rushed straight back to help him. I didn't get to jump anymore with the guys there at Tent 4, but just that one jump, that welcome that I received there still touches me when I think about it. It was a difficult thing for me to go back out there and jump, by myself, especially watching a sweet couple on the plane sitting right in front of me kissing each other and such. I felt scared, lonely and like a traitor for experiencing the CASA without Merrick...for leaving him for even a moment. Skydivers really are a family, no matter who or where you are. It's a very special thing I feel priviledged to be a part of. PA new page! Bi-Plane pics! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Vallerina 2 #12 August 27, 2001 Hey, this post's about me!!! How fun! Thanks again, Bill, for all the work you did to help me skydive right! I just got my double falcon in the mail today, actually (thanks, freaksister, for letting me borrow your Parachutist!) I wish I could've taken all of Tent 4 home with me; I met many wonderful people there who went out of their way for me. Us low-timers have heard all the Quincy stories before we actually got there, but I found my little niche at tent 4 and felt safe and comfortable the entire time at the WFFC. I'm lucky I got to jump with such knowledgeable organizers like Bill, DJan, Winsor and Mary. I learned so much from them in such a little amount of time. It's great meeting so many awesome skydivers with thousands of jumps who want to be there to help you learn. I can't wait to go to the WFFC and hang out in tent 4 again next year!"To alcohol! The cause of-and solution to-all of life's problems!" -Homer Simpson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freaksister 0 #13 August 27, 2001 Hey girl! Glad you read this post. I was hoping somebody would tell you about it or something! Congrats on getting your double falcon! Woohoo!!You were one of the coolest people I met at Quincy and I hope to see you again someday!SisI lust for the ultimate rush... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites billvon 3,080 #14 August 27, 2001 >Which was your favourite to jump from? Hard to say. I think the helicopter and the jet would be the top two, with the B17 third and the biplane fourth.>The b-17 bomb sounds alot of fun + which jet were you jumping from?Cargo 727. One year we did a speedstar out of the jet on a high speed pass in the rain. Not recommended - after I landed it looked like I had a sunburn from the rain hitting me at 160mph.-bill von Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Iflyme 0 #15 August 28, 2001 Hey, welcome, Vallerina! My mind movie really got going when I learned you are from Munster ... I haven't thought about the old TV show for a verryyyy long time! Anyway, it sound like you had a good time at Quincy -- running into Bill was certainly a bit of luck for you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skymedic 0 #16 August 28, 2001 I cant wait till I can go to a large enough boogie for something like this. I seem to have to beg people to jump with me sometimes. it sucks being around the 30 plus jump mark.MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Mary 0 #17 August 29, 2001 Bill, you said it all about working in tent 4. As an Organizer I try to make sure everyone has a great time while doing jumps with us from tent 4. Different jumpers want to learn different things, I guess that's why we all work so well together. Tra la la.....you'd never catch me making a nude skydive, that's why we have you there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Aviatrr 0 #18 August 29, 2001 Quote I seem to have to beg people to jump with me sometimes. it sucks being around the 30 plus jump mark. Just tell people you have around 1,000 jumps.. They'll only jump with ya once - but at least they'll jump with ya.. Mike Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bbbilly14 0 #19 August 29, 2001 QuoteSkydivers really are a family, no matter who or where you areAnd this is exactly the reason I enjoy this site. Everyone has something to say, either good or bad, but mainly good.Love,Billy"Light a candle for the sinners---Set the world on fire!"Marilyn Manson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freeflir29 0 #20 August 29, 2001 "I seem to have to beg people to jump with me sometimes. it sucks being around the 30 plus jump mark. "I know how that is. I have been going through that my entire jumping career. First it was RW where, at 20 some jumps, I had to get in the air and prove I wasn't dangerous. Now, it's Free Fly. I get the "How many jumps, How many head down and sit fly's" question. Funny thing is, every time I get in the air with someone it turns out 1000 times better than the "experienced" jumper thought it would. I dont take it personally. In fact it gives me respect for that jumper. I have become cautious in the same way. Even at just 76 jumps I have jumped with many people who's claims on the ground didn't even come close to what they could do in the air. I just strive to make a good reputation with the more experienced folks in the area. Eventually, everyone will get to know you and your skills. If you really do know what you are doing it has never taken me more than one jump with a "pro" to be "Blessed" at that particular DZ. Most people dont require that you are a bad ass. Just that you arent a hazard!"The cab driver said... he recognized my girly by the back of her head" -Beasty BoysClay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 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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Pammi 0 #11 August 27, 2001 I have to say, the people at Tent 4 of Quincy are amazing. I can't even describe to you guys what it's like to be at Quincy, overwhelmed by the amount of things going on, as a newbie then have a place to go where people welcome you and really want to help you learn with no pressures. It was like a small DZ unto itself. My experience at Quincy was not as I'd thought it would be, obviously. After the first bi-plane jump, I was at the hospital with Merrick during most of it. I finally got back out there Saturday afternoon, just briefly, at Merrick's urging to go get a jump! I was really lonely, being unused to not having Merrick there to jump with and share the experience with, and a lot more scared of the whole thing then I'd started out being after what happened to him, plus meeting way too many other skydivers at the hospital with THEIR friends and families. I felt like I *had* to get up there though, get a jump, and show myself that these things happen, but you shouldn't quit! When I got back out to the airport, I grabbed all of my stuff from the tent and made my way to Tent 4. I see this board up saying "if you look lost or confused, you're in the right place"..something of that nature. It made me laugh. I met a very nice gentleman who talked to me a little and told me to have a seat, that there would be some organizers around to help me in a moment. After a bit, there was another gentleman (help me out here guys...I was so rushed afterwards, I didn't get a chance to get names or see anyone much after my jump!!) who was organizing a new load. I asked him if I could join, and he generously agreed! The first guy told them how I'd never jumped a rear-exit plane, so they decided to do a CASA jump for me :) Several others joined us and they organized a very simple 6 way, with me exiting linked with the organizer.We didn't pull it off, only 4 of us ending up together, but it was amazing and wonderful! Everyone was so incredibly friendly to me...trying to make me feel not so nervous, even when I was in the plane and expressed how I was more nervous then usual after Merrick's bad landing. After all, HE was the one that took this naturally, and if he can have something like that happen, I'm in deep shit! LOL! They told me over and over how it was all just good fun, that actually pulling it off was a 'bonus'. But even from just that one jump with them, I learned something! After turning in our two-way in circles, I discovered that the reason that always happens to me is that I look for the other skydivers coming in to take grips with us, and my body is following my head! The organizer kinda shook me and showed me to look directly at him, which I did and it immediately stopped! Another lesson learned :)I had to leave in a rush afterwards because when I called to the hospital, they were ready to release Merrick so I rushed straight back to help him. I didn't get to jump anymore with the guys there at Tent 4, but just that one jump, that welcome that I received there still touches me when I think about it. It was a difficult thing for me to go back out there and jump, by myself, especially watching a sweet couple on the plane sitting right in front of me kissing each other and such. I felt scared, lonely and like a traitor for experiencing the CASA without Merrick...for leaving him for even a moment. Skydivers really are a family, no matter who or where you are. It's a very special thing I feel priviledged to be a part of. PA new page! Bi-Plane pics! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vallerina 2 #12 August 27, 2001 Hey, this post's about me!!! How fun! Thanks again, Bill, for all the work you did to help me skydive right! I just got my double falcon in the mail today, actually (thanks, freaksister, for letting me borrow your Parachutist!) I wish I could've taken all of Tent 4 home with me; I met many wonderful people there who went out of their way for me. Us low-timers have heard all the Quincy stories before we actually got there, but I found my little niche at tent 4 and felt safe and comfortable the entire time at the WFFC. I'm lucky I got to jump with such knowledgeable organizers like Bill, DJan, Winsor and Mary. I learned so much from them in such a little amount of time. It's great meeting so many awesome skydivers with thousands of jumps who want to be there to help you learn. I can't wait to go to the WFFC and hang out in tent 4 again next year!"To alcohol! The cause of-and solution to-all of life's problems!" -Homer Simpson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freaksister 0 #13 August 27, 2001 Hey girl! Glad you read this post. I was hoping somebody would tell you about it or something! Congrats on getting your double falcon! Woohoo!!You were one of the coolest people I met at Quincy and I hope to see you again someday!SisI lust for the ultimate rush... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 3,080 #14 August 27, 2001 >Which was your favourite to jump from? Hard to say. I think the helicopter and the jet would be the top two, with the B17 third and the biplane fourth.>The b-17 bomb sounds alot of fun + which jet were you jumping from?Cargo 727. One year we did a speedstar out of the jet on a high speed pass in the rain. Not recommended - after I landed it looked like I had a sunburn from the rain hitting me at 160mph.-bill von Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iflyme 0 #15 August 28, 2001 Hey, welcome, Vallerina! My mind movie really got going when I learned you are from Munster ... I haven't thought about the old TV show for a verryyyy long time! Anyway, it sound like you had a good time at Quincy -- running into Bill was certainly a bit of luck for you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #16 August 28, 2001 I cant wait till I can go to a large enough boogie for something like this. I seem to have to beg people to jump with me sometimes. it sucks being around the 30 plus jump mark.MarcBecause I fly, I envy no man on earth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mary 0 #17 August 29, 2001 Bill, you said it all about working in tent 4. As an Organizer I try to make sure everyone has a great time while doing jumps with us from tent 4. Different jumpers want to learn different things, I guess that's why we all work so well together. Tra la la.....you'd never catch me making a nude skydive, that's why we have you there. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aviatrr 0 #18 August 29, 2001 Quote I seem to have to beg people to jump with me sometimes. it sucks being around the 30 plus jump mark. Just tell people you have around 1,000 jumps.. They'll only jump with ya once - but at least they'll jump with ya.. Mike Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bbbilly14 0 #19 August 29, 2001 QuoteSkydivers really are a family, no matter who or where you areAnd this is exactly the reason I enjoy this site. Everyone has something to say, either good or bad, but mainly good.Love,Billy"Light a candle for the sinners---Set the world on fire!"Marilyn Manson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #20 August 29, 2001 "I seem to have to beg people to jump with me sometimes. it sucks being around the 30 plus jump mark. "I know how that is. I have been going through that my entire jumping career. First it was RW where, at 20 some jumps, I had to get in the air and prove I wasn't dangerous. Now, it's Free Fly. I get the "How many jumps, How many head down and sit fly's" question. Funny thing is, every time I get in the air with someone it turns out 1000 times better than the "experienced" jumper thought it would. I dont take it personally. In fact it gives me respect for that jumper. I have become cautious in the same way. Even at just 76 jumps I have jumped with many people who's claims on the ground didn't even come close to what they could do in the air. I just strive to make a good reputation with the more experienced folks in the area. Eventually, everyone will get to know you and your skills. If you really do know what you are doing it has never taken me more than one jump with a "pro" to be "Blessed" at that particular DZ. Most people dont require that you are a bad ass. Just that you arent a hazard!"The cab driver said... he recognized my girly by the back of her head" -Beasty BoysClay Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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