MB38 0 #1 November 1, 2005 I was on the second or third to last load at Perris on Sunday and found myself going out before 4 or 5 guys donning heavily Red Bulled wingsuits. Apparently they were going to attempt to fly relative to a jet that had been at the airport that day... couldn't identify it though. They were flying smoke but I wasn't able to pick them out while under canopy. Didn't see any of them back at the packing area, so I didn't get to ask how it went. Anybody know what the deal is with those jumps? How they're going? What the idea is?I really don't know what I'm talking about. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peej 0 #2 November 1, 2005 There was a thread about this yesterday but i'd also love to hear more on it. Mike Swanson and Eli Thompson were among the flyers. Anyone else with more info? Advertisio Rodriguez / Sky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
highfly 0 #3 November 1, 2005 See here www.myspace.com/durtymac Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peej 0 #4 November 1, 2005 QuoteSee here Thanks, that was the thread i was thinking of but it doesn't actually say much about why they were trying to fly relative to it, what their intentions were etc. Hopefully someone with a bit more info will post up. Advertisio Rodriguez / Sky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #5 November 1, 2005 QuoteQuoteSee here Thanks, that was the thread i was thinking of but it doesn't actually say much about why they were trying to fly relative to it, what their intentions were etc. Hopefully someone with a bit more info will post up. I told the guys I was posting about it on dz.com's Bonfire if they wanted to get onboard and share about it. Guess they haven't gotten around to it yet. If they don't post I'll ask around this coming weekend and get back with ya'll. ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peej 0 #6 November 1, 2005 QuoteQuoteQuoteSee here Thanks, that was the thread i was thinking of but it doesn't actually say much about why they were trying to fly relative to it, what their intentions were etc. Hopefully someone with a bit more info will post up. I told the guys I was posting about it on dz.com's Bonfire if they wanted to get onboard and share about it. Guess they haven't gotten around to it yet. If they don't post I'll ask around this coming weekend and get back with ya'll. ltdiver That would be awesome Lori, thanks Tell Eli and Mike that PJ from South Africa says hi. Advertisio Rodriguez / Sky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diablopilot 2 #7 November 1, 2005 QuoteThanks, that was the thread i was thinking of but it doesn't actually say much about why they were trying to fly relative to it, what their intentions were etc. To get sharp looking Red Bull photos maybe?---------------------------------------------- You're not as good as you think you are. Seriously. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peej 0 #8 November 2, 2005 QuoteQuoteThanks, that was the thread i was thinking of but it doesn't actually say much about why they were trying to fly relative to it, what their intentions were etc. To get sharp looking Red Bull photos maybe? Now what the hell am i supposed to say to that? But in all seriousness, that made me think JP. I'd like to think their motivations go beyond purely photographic. Like to further what we as human beings can do in the sky. I mean what's Jebs motivation for landing a ws, why did Luigi push the 39 and 36 project, what about Loic's awesome mountian swoops and Chris docking the Xaos 21? Was/is it all for cool video? Dammit man, you suddenly got me thinking.... Advertisio Rodriguez / Sky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cpoxon 0 #9 November 3, 2005 QuoteTo get sharp looking Red Bull photos maybe? Hmm, from the ground, the jet seemed to be quite a long way from the wingsuits (not that I'd want a jet very close to me!). From a moving platform (was the camera hand-held or mounted), I'd be interested in seeing how sharp the images are...Skydiving Fatalities - Cease not to learn 'til thou cease to live Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #10 November 3, 2005 Quotethe jet seemed to be quite a long way from the wingsuits. I'd have to agree. Fun 108 ways, and it was good to see you last week Craig. Be safe. Edwww.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The111 1 #11 November 3, 2005 QuoteFun 108 ways You did 108 ways and didn't call me? www.WingsuitPhotos.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bodypilot1 0 #12 November 3, 2005 QuoteQuoteFun 108 ways You did 108 ways and didn't call me? Belly flying Bro. Getting ready for the 400way in Thailand the end of Jan. Be safe. Edwww.WestCoastWingsuits.com www.PrecisionSkydiving.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The111 1 #13 November 3, 2005 Ah, I knew there weren't 108 way flocks, I just figured you made a typo... Thanks for clearing that up...www.WingsuitPhotos.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cpoxon 0 #14 November 4, 2005 QuoteGetting ready for the 400way in Thailand the end of Jan There's going to be 400-way flocks in Thailand next year?! :-o ;-P Good to see you too again Ed. :-) I've uploaded some video of the jet taking off to you know whereSkydiving Fatalities - Cease not to learn 'til thou cease to live Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #15 November 7, 2005 QuoteQuoteQuoteQuoteSee here Thanks, that was the thread i was thinking of but it doesn't actually say much about why they were trying to fly relative to it, what their intentions were etc. Hopefully someone with a bit more info will post up. I told the guys I was posting about it on dz.com's Bonfire if they wanted to get onboard and share about it. Guess they haven't gotten around to it yet. If they don't post I'll ask around this coming weekend and get back with ya'll. ltdiver That would be awesome Lori, thanks Tell Eli and Mike that PJ from South Africa says hi. Spoke with Eli today. He said that the jumps with the jet were good, but he wasn't able to get the shot he needed. Mainly because the jet was making left turns and his camera was mounted on the left side of his helmet...thus making it very difficult to fly his wing suit and have his head cocked over to the right (he demo'd and made us laugh). The jump was relative, however, and at the closest point was about 100 feet away, he said. Eli hopes to be able to make the jump again and have the pilot make -right hand turns- next time. The project is for Red Bull, but he was not telling all. Secret. Oh, and btw, the pilots were at Perris (with their jet again) today. They weren't there to fly it, however. They were making tandems! ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peej 0 #16 November 7, 2005 Thanks for the info Advertisio Rodriguez / Sky Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The111 1 #17 November 7, 2005 QuoteMainly because the jet was making left turns and his camera was mounted on the left side of his helmet...thus making it very difficult to fly his wing suit and have his head cocked over to the right (he demo'd and made us laugh). I've never flown a side-mount, but I've heard people say this before and I don't quite understand. If the camera is inline with your line of sight, wouldn't you have to turn your head the same angle in either direction to go left or right?www.WingsuitPhotos.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 74 #18 November 7, 2005 Quote I've never flown a side-mount, but I've heard people say this before and I don't quite understand. If the camera is inline with your line of sight, wouldn't you have to turn your head the same angle in either direction to go left or right? Stand in between to people with an imaginary sidemount (camera on the left) Now look to the left and film the back of the head of that person. Piece of cake. When you look at his ear, your camera will have the back of his head in frame. Now turn to your right, and twist your head as far as possible to see that persons back of his head with the cameralens. When you look at that persons ear, your camera-lens will stil be pointing towards that persons face. To see the back of his head you have to twist much further.. When someone is flying next to you on the right, with a sidemount, you'll be filming the ground underneath if you don't overcompensate a bit (in terms of what your line-of-sight is seeing)JC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The111 1 #19 November 7, 2005 I understand that concept, and it would seem valid for tight flying. But the camera lens is only offset about 6 inches from center... and when filming a large object like a jet, at a considerable distance (I'm assuming he wasn't taking docks ), I would think that 6 inches is negligible...www.WingsuitPhotos.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #20 November 7, 2005 You forget....he was not only filming the jet but his fellow wing suit flyers as well. ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
