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Ah yes, nothing like a good old torture program to warm the cockles of the heart.

This weekend I jumped my AW-96 all FT 30, back to back with my VK 96 PS. I will be jumping both back to back for a bit, but I just thought I would put my first impressions down so that it is more raw. Openings: The AW has a longer snivel and the openings are well staged, soft, and on heading. The VK PS has a short snivel and opens fast, but soft and on heading. Toggles: The AW has a very crisp feel on the toggles. The best way to describe the feel is firm. I noticed this right away when I released the brakes, and the control range is shorter. The VK PS has a longer control range and the toggles do not feel as crisp. I only had one jump on each back to back, so I am going to keep this short. The wind was about 10 knots, and the AW with ALL FT 30 drove well over my spot. I set up the same way as I did on my VK PS, and all I can say is the FT 30 material is legit and it drives. Fluidwings is building an amazing product. The build quality is excellent, and the FT 30 material feels like it could last a lifetime. I ordered a Hybrid 1 96 because I am so impressed with the wing, materials, and build quality. The only downfall to the all FT 30 AW is it does pack big. I think in the long run this will be a advantage to those who are downsizing because they might not have to downsize their containers. For those who already have small containers, you might have to stick to the H-1 Hybrid.

A man escapes from a prison where he’s been locked up for 15 years He breaks into a house and inside, he finds a young couple in bed. He ties him to a chair. While tying the wife to the bed, the convict gets on top of her, kisses her neck, then gets up and goes into the bathroom. While he’s in there, the husband whispers over to his wife, “Listen, this guy is an escaped convict. Look at his clothes! He’s probably spent a lot of time in jail and hasn't seen a woman in years. I saw how he kissed your neck. If he wants sex, don’t resist, don’t complain. Do whatever he tells you. Satisfy him no matter how much he nauseates you. This guy is obviously very dangerous. If he gets angry, he’ll kill us both. Be strong, honey. I love you!” She responds: “He wasn't kissing my neck. He was whispering in my ear. He told me that he’s gay, thinks you’re cute, and asked if we had any Vaseline. I told him it was in the bathroom. Be strong honey. I love you, too.”

It's good to see John Mitchell be recognized in the Profile section of this month's Parachutist magazine. And, good to know a little more of his background. I've never met him (except possibly at the T-Mobile demo in SF.?) but have always been impressed by his presence here on DZ.com. He always seems to be measured, supportive, kind and helpful, and quite knowledgeable. Plus, as an Air Traffic Controller - a pilot's best friend! Way to go John Mitchell!

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Hi Everyone, Thanks for the kind words. I can't imagine what my life would be without skydiving and the amazing people like all of you in our sport. We live a life most people can't imagine. To Marshall, nope, I wasn't on those demo jumps in SFO. But it would have been fun. Come up to Kapowsin and make some jumps this summer. To anyone who gets tapped by Brian Giboney to do one of the profiles? Do it! I was a little hesitant to do it, being just an average weekend warrior jumper, but I had a lot of fun with it. And I'd love to hear all about YOU.

I always knew to get on loads with John and Valinda, fun is always accompanying them!

He's truly one of the best human beings in our sport. He will help and jump with anyone. And, he owes beer !