SpeedRacer 1 #1 April 21, 2011 http://www.nashuatelegraph.com/news/worldnation/407822-227/tired-from-a-tough-hike-rescuers-fear.html Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimbrown 0 #2 April 21, 2011 Quotehttp://www.nashuatelegraph.com/news/worldnation/407822-227/tired-from-a-tough-hike-rescuers-fear.html "Technology has made calling for help instantaneous even in the most remote places. Because would-be adventurers can send GPS coordinates to rescuers with the touch of a button, some are exploring terrain they do not have the experience, knowledge or endurance to tackle." This is similar to aad techknowledgy. Skydivers with an aad are taking on risks they don't have the experience to takle. Peace, Jim B Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #3 April 21, 2011 I cannot imagine a jump I would make with an AAD that I wouldn't make without one. Most injuries are landing problems, where you're already under canopy. AAD won't help you if you have wind turbulence as you land, or you pull a toggle too hard. It's not really the same thing. Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimbrown 0 #4 April 21, 2011 QuoteI cannot imagine a jump I would make with an AAD that I wouldn't make without one. Quote Do you jump with an aad? Peace, Jim B Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites kelpdiver 2 #5 April 21, 2011 the one way beacons definitely represent problems, but are getting better. The Spot brand one sends out GPS coordinate, and can send 911 signal. I think it can undo it. But their newer model goes a step better - you can link it to your smart phone and send SMS messages, which can include the nature of the "emergency" as well as an all clear. It still doesn't let the rescue folks reply, but could tell them when to leave them be, or at least not bother to rush into the dark. so long (imo) as you can define an clear boundary where the 911 call is unreasonable, oppressive fines are a good deterrent. But there's danger in this, just as there is danger in billing for all rescues. Then people wait until they're really in trouble, and put the rescue/Coasties at greater risk to help them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Skyrad 0 #6 April 21, 2011 If its not a legit call then the person pressing the button/expedition leader should be charged for he full cost of the 'rescue'.When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca 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. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0 Go To Topic Listing
kelpdiver 2 #5 April 21, 2011 the one way beacons definitely represent problems, but are getting better. The Spot brand one sends out GPS coordinate, and can send 911 signal. I think it can undo it. But their newer model goes a step better - you can link it to your smart phone and send SMS messages, which can include the nature of the "emergency" as well as an all clear. It still doesn't let the rescue folks reply, but could tell them when to leave them be, or at least not bother to rush into the dark. so long (imo) as you can define an clear boundary where the 911 call is unreasonable, oppressive fines are a good deterrent. But there's danger in this, just as there is danger in billing for all rescues. Then people wait until they're really in trouble, and put the rescue/Coasties at greater risk to help them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skyrad 0 #6 April 21, 2011 If its not a legit call then the person pressing the button/expedition leader should be charged for he full cost of the 'rescue'.When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy. Lucius Annaeus Seneca Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
