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Introducing the beginning of a new generation of full face helmets… The REvolve! The REvolve is unlike any other full face helmet on the market and it’s not just for RW anymore! With an evolved version of the Havok’s unique flip-up feature, this helmet’s entire face flips open leaving you with high peripheral vision when the helmet is both open and closed. The improved shape of the helmet provides superior performance by keeping unwanted wind flow outside of the helmet while still allowing the full head movement. The superb locking mechanism enables the face shield to easily rotate over the top of the helmet with the push of a button, but only when YOU want it to. So you don’t have to worry about it opening, even during the worst funnel; making it a perfect choice for RW, freefliers, and tunnel rats. What makes the REvolve so unique and unlike other helmets is the removable visor feature; this allows you to have an open face and full face helmet in one. Simply remove the visor and you have a sleek open face helmet! No tools required! The REvolve features a mounting surface for the Countour HD on left side and comes standard with dual internal audible pockets, Bonehead’s ingenious Thermal-Fit liner, chin-strap closure and also comes with the lens coated with anti-fog direct from the factory. In addition, we designed this helmet to accommodate glasses, large heads and odd shaped noggins! Available in three shell sizes for the perfect fit. Sizes: Extra Small - Up to 21.75" Small - Up to 22.50" Medium - Up to 22.75" Large - Up to 23.25" Extra Large - Up to 23.75" Extra Extra Large - Up to 24.00"

Teaching the art of canopy flying implies special requirements to the equipment in use: precise and comfortable deployment, high stability under ultra low load, flat glide path with sufficient horizontal speed, easy flare and landing. Commodore meets all these requirements. Upper skin and ribs of the Commodore are made of ZP material, other parts are made of F-111. This combination significantly extends service life of the canopy while does not hurt the comfortable packing. The unique feature of Commodore is the use of divided across panels on the bottom skin. This enables the use of highly contrast color patterns, that lets distinctively spot student canopy even in the crowded sky.

* sharp and precise response to toggle inputs, with minimum altitude loss * high glide ratio * easy on front and responsive on the back risers * large recovery arch * good acceleration performance * powerful and stable flare All these features, along with comfortable and stable deployments make Odyssey an ultimate tool to reveal your extreme potential! Odyssey was born for Swoop and all related activities. There is a number of innovative solutions implemented: special airfoil and wing geometry, unique new type of air intake that reduces skin deformations and increases flight performance, swoop-optimized controls etc.

- comfortable, consistent openings - soft and easy to master steering - good gliding performance - easy on front risers - stable and easy to perform flare - good swoop performance All of the above make Magellan your reliable fun partner in day-to-day skydiving activities. Loaded up to 1.2 lb/sq.ft. Magellan offers smooth steering and low descent rate, which makes it easy to handle also for the beginners. Recommended wing loading range is 0.95 – 1.85 lb/sq.ft. Wing loading for the best flight performance lies in the range of 1.2 – 1.6 lb/sq.ft.

Skipper offers: soft and consistent openings - easy and safe controlls - moderate descend and sufficient horizontal speed - high stability in turbulent air - good flare - low packing volume Remarkable performance data were achieved due to use of the original in it's class technological solutions: High, as for 7-cell, aspect ratio - Planform similar to that of 9-cell canopies - Special design of air intakes, that reduces deformation of the skin. With wing loadings of 1.3 or below Skipper can be recommended to the beginners. At higher loadings it becomes notably more responsive on the toggles, but stays docile enough for a skydiver of average skills. Skipper gives consistently stable and comfortable openings, soughed by cameramen and wingsuit pilots. Recommended wing loading range of Skipper is 1.1 – 1.7 lb/sq.ft. Wing loading for the best flight performance lies in the range of 1.3 – 1.5 lb/sq.ft.

This is a lot of info I have learned over the years about interviewing potential tandem customers and AFF students who are either elderly, or have some disability or medical condition. I always try to relate the physical aspects of the skydive to that person and what might the consequences be. In particular, the airplane ride, the opening shock and the landing. All of these events have specific physiological effects on people and each person have different risks and will react differently to these effects. 1. What is your height and weight? Obvious question. Do not exceed the weight limits of the gear. For tandems, weigh yourself with gear and everything on to know what your exit weight is going to be. Most tandem manufacturers have a 500lb (227kg) limit for their gear, so easy math will help you know what YOUR personal maximum tandem student weight is. Do not exceed the TSO for the AFF students rig. If you do and they get hurt, then that is simply defined as ‘gross negligence’ on your part and the waiver will mean virtually nothing in the case of a lawsuit. 2. Do you have any metal in your body? Most people will know a great deal about accidents or surgeries that they have had and can tell you in great detail about it. A spinal fusion with plates/screws or a rod in a femur does not mean that someone cannot jump – but it might raise other questions about the stability of those joints and the consequences of a hard opening or a bad landing. But a rod in the lower spine could break several vertebrae if a hard landing occurs with the student landing on their butt, causing serious and/or more permanent injuries. 3. Do you have any artificial joints? The question needs to be asked of everyone. A hip replacement is a dangerous thing for a 70 year-old or 80 year-old candidate. Opening shock alone could dislocate the joint. Knees as well. What is the range of that knee? Can you raise your legs for landing? 4. Do you have any plumbing (catheters, colostomy bags, etc)? (Yes that’s right – I said COLOSTOMY BAG) While this may be awkward for you to talk about, it probably is not awkward for the student or person that might have one. If someone has one of these or similar devices installed, then it is probably as ‘normal’ to them as walking or breathing. But on a skydive, a catheter or bag can come loose or detach, and at the very least, would be a nasty mess to deal with. A lot of catheters are attached to a bag strapped to their leg. Many can be removed, relocated, drained or emptied prior to a jump. 5. Do you have any other medical apparatus (Pacemaker, insulin pump, etc)? Again, they could have internal or external devices on their body. A pacemaker is often not a big deal. A external defibrillator might be a problem if it became detached during the skydive. Same for an insulin pump or a catheter used to feed medications into their body? Where is it? Will the harness rub against it? Can it be removed, relocated? What are the consequences of something happening to it? 6. Are you taking a medication or something that can be administered by me in an emergency? Something like an asthma inhaler or a diabetic medication. If there is a chance of an asthma attack, then the tandem instructor can take the inhaler with them and administer it if needed. 7. Do you have issues with heart or breathing? Someone with a weak or other heart condition, or congenital breathing problems may not even be able to breath properly at 10,000’ in an airplane. Combine that with the stress of a skydive, and you may end up with a medical emergency. Have they flown recently? What precautions do they take if any? And no, I do not recommend bringing their oxygen system on board the plane. Can they deal with an accelerated heart rate for an extended period of time? We all know that heart rates can rise to some 140+ just prior to and during the exit out of the airplane. Not everyone is able to handle that if they have some condition related to heart or blood pressure. 8. What if my doctor says it’s OK for me to jump? While that may be good information to know, most doctors know little or nothing about skydiving. If you get the chance, talk to their doctor directly and explain the physical things that happen during a skydive. The airplane ride (hot, sweaty, cramped space and altitude issues). The adrenaline rush during exit and freefall (heart rate), the opening shock of the parachute, (several G’s of force and the potential for a very hard opening), the parachute ride (vertigo, motion sickness, tight and uncomfortable harness, reduced circulation) and the landing especially (forward motion instead of vertical, and how we can slide in (or not) and what is expected of the student during that phase and what can happen if it does not go well) 9. What will an injury do to your quality of life? I have learned that this is probably one of the most important questions you can ask. An 80 year old with Osteoporosis may be able to skydive, but if they break an ankle, they may never walk again. Bones may not heal and they could spend the rest of their life in a wheelchair or worse. It is much the same for disabled folks. I always try to get a feel for what would happen to their life if they break something, because it CAN and it DOES happen. 10. Do you have any sort of medical condition that can kill you in a 10-15 minute window? I ask this question as a catch-all. Basically there is a possible 10-15 minute window in the case of a tandem jump, (a high or early activation on a parachute resulting in a long ride down). During that time, the instructor cannot perform CPR, a tracheotomy, or rescue breathing. So if the student has any medical condition that would need to be attended to by emergency means, the tandem instructor is pretty much helpless to intervene during the skydive. If the student has any such condition, then perhaps a skydive is not a good idea. When in doubt, consult a doctor who IS a skydiver. There are plenty of them out there and most can advise you on the effects of a disease, surgery or medication on the process of skydiving. Just because the customer is standing in front of you right now and wants to jump right now, is not a reason to take them up. Offer to do some homework on their condition(s) and arrange for a future date to see if they can jump. I have taken up dozens of elderly, disabled, and paraplegic/quadriplegic students in my life. I have also REFUSED to take up dozens of them. Not everyone is capable of making a skydive. Not everyone should be making a skydive. David TK Hayes USPA D-18764 CSPA D-486 AFF, Tandem, IAD, S&TA;, Coach, PRO

- Flat Top for your Stills Camera - Has recess to easily fit a CameyeII - Two Internal Audible Ports on the right hand side - Comes standard with a snag resistant fully enclosed Ratchet Chin-Cup and improved Button cutaway Fits most Sony PC and HC cameras - Colours available are White, Yellow, Orange, Red, Royal Blue, Navy Blue and Black

X-Shut is the first fast-mounting system designed for skydiving. The X-shut can be easily integrated into all of our helmets and can be mounted on both straight side faces and slightly curved faces. With just an adjustment of angle the camera can be set into the desired position easily and within seconds and within flight.

Take me to the top... or even to the side... or both! The NEW 210 OPTIK features more of the great technology developed by BoneHead. The 210 features a concealed chin cup which hides the ladder straps and mounting surfaces for the hypoxic and X-Shut. Looking for an open-faced helmet to bolt all of your cameras to? The OPTIK 210 is the simple answer. We made the OPTIK 210 to be a great all around camera helmet with the ability to mount cameras either on the side or on the top or BOTH! The OPTIK 210 also features a small lip on the back side of the side camera mounting platform to help deflect "Riser-Strike" and to help prevent the accidental loss of your camera, and the ability to put 1 or 2 audible altimeters on the inside of the helmet and not have to worry about them sailing off in freefall. Whether you mount your camera on the top or the side or both, the OPTIK 210 is a great camera helmet setup regardless of what flying position you are in! The OPTIK comes standard with BH's ingenious Thermal-Fit liner. The only things the OPTIK 210 doesn't come with is your creativity, D-Box and cameras!

The Ultimate Switch™ is ultra-compact device. 60% less volume then your audible altimeter (Pro-ditter, Pro-track, Solo and others). You can place it anywhere inside the helmet, it will not bother you! The Ultimate Switch™ is compatible with all SLR Photo cameras, with a wired remote port. You can find your Ultimate Switch™ Kit on our online store and in the near future at your DZ gear shop! It is designed so you don't have to use or cut your actual wire or plug, preserving your previous investment.

Designed for use in extreme sports together with a "bullet" or "lipstick" type camera lens connected to your video recording device (video camera with AV in capability or video recording deck). CamEye SPORT can also control the recording device in CAMERA mode (V1.4only). V1.6 works only in VCR/PLAYER mode and will power up the camcorder in VCR/PLAYER mode overriding the camcorder power switch. V1.8 is especially designed for Sonys new DVD and Hard Disk camcorders. CamEye SPORT makes it easy to start and stop recording - great for saving valuable and expensive DV tapes - no more unnecessary film shots. A short click on the red button toggles between recording and standby. The feedback LED indicator shows the camera status and even tells you when it's time to replace the tape or recharge the battery.

CamEye II LANC remote control is specially designed for skydivers and helmet mounted camcorder systems but can be used in any situation where the camcorder can not be controlled via the normal controls. CamEye II makes it easy to start and stop recording - great for saving valuable and expensive DV tapes - no more unnecessary film shots. A short click on the red button toggles between recording and standby. The bright feedback indicator shows the camera status and even tells you when it's time to replace the tape or recharge the battery.

You can now trigger your still camera's shutter hands-free with this compact mouth activated remote shutter release. The Blow Switch (a micro-switch/diaphragm combination) is about the size of your thumb and can be positioned almost anywhere on the helmet. To trigger the still camera you simply blow lightly into the small diameter hose that you route down to your lips. Short puffs into the hose fire off single shots while a constant blowing pressure will yield continuous shooting. One great thing about this camera trigger is that it can't be damaged by over biting like many of today's popular mouth switches. To use the Blow Switch your camera must accept a remote shutter release and you must have the wired plug-in to fit your particular camera. To install simply cut your shutter release's button off and solder the two wires that trip your camera's shutter to the two terminals on the Blow Switch's micro-switch. The kit includes the micro-switch/diaphragm unit, pressure hosing and installation instructions.

Conceptus makes the first and only commercially available tongue-operated switch for skydiving photography. The Tongue Switch was designed from the beginning to address the special needs of freefall photographers. It is unique in that it requires no movement of the teeth or jaw to operate, can't slip accidentally from the mouth, does not require interruption of breathing like a blow switch, and can be bitten extremely hard without damage or impairment of functioning. The Tongue Switch is comprised of a 1/2 inch pressure-sensitive switch mechanism, a 1 inch flattened and bite-resistant stem, a 36 inch coaxial wire, and a 2.5mm plug with a 90 degree elbow bend. It is configured so that the pressure-sensitive switch face is always oriented towards the user's tongue, regardless of the direction of insertion into the mouth, thus allowing the wire to be routed to the left or right. The tongue movement required is most similar to that of pressing bubble gum against the back surface of the front teeth before blowing a bubble. The user will feel a "click" each time the switch is depressed, indicating that a photo has been taken. The entire switch assembly is waterproof, and since it is situated entirely within the mouth, no jaw or teeth movement is required to retain or actuate the switch while taking photographs. This allows the Tongue Switch to be used with tight fitting rear-entry helmets and ratcheting chin-cups. This feature makes it the favorite of professional freefall photographers who insist on a perfectly stable camera platform.

It is the favorite of freeflyers and photographers of other skydiving disciplines who need a simple, intuitive, hands-free camera shutter release switch. It utilizes a very gentle bite to operate the camera and is extremely easy to use. It can be used with any camera equipped with a remote shutter release jack. The supplied plug fits most Canon film cameras – others cameras usually require custom connection, which you can find detailed instructions for on the Connection page. The Bite Switch is comprised of a durable, sealed tubular switch assembly measuring 1.5 inches long by 1/4 inch diameter, a 36 inch coaxial wire, and a 2.5mm plug with a 90 degree elbow bend. During use, the switch is placed in the mouth with the wire pointing either to the right or left. Biting anywhere on the red section ("bite zone") actuates the switch and triggers the camera. There are two tactile ribs so the user can instantly feel the bite zone with their teeth and lips. The required bite force is about what it would take to bite through a small carrot, or about how hard the average person can comfortably bite on their own finger without pain. The actual depression of the switch mechanism is only about 1/8", so very little jaw movement is needed. As a result, helmet motion is extremely small. Be aware the Bite Switch works best when used with open-faced helmets or helmets with chin cups allowing the user to open and close the mouth at least to a small degree. It should always be bitten only with the front teeth, not with the sharp canine teeth, and only hard enough to slightly flatten the tubular portion. Usage otherwise may deform the internal components or puncture the flexible casing and cause a malfunction.

Take charge of your video equipment with the HYPEYE D PRO Camcorder Indication and Control System. Whether you're a professional aerial videographer, a camcorder-toting snowboarder, or a seasoned mountain-bike cameraman, the HYPEYE D PRO will provide confidence in your video equipment. Made originally for skydive videographers, where you have only an instant to capture the moment, the HYPEYE D PRO is a must for all videographers capturing action sports. The HYPEYE D PRO provides features and functionality never seen before in any camcorder controller. Its super-bright, intuitive, three LED indication system keeps you informed of your camcorder's status even when facing the sun! Its weather-resistant, single push-button interface allows you to start or stop recording with a click. Holding down the same button will turn the camcorder off to save your precious battery life. A single press wakes the camcorder up. The HYPEYE D PRO is for select Sony Camcorders with the AV/R (D half-moon) interface. * Push button to power on/off and start/stop recording * Toggle between record and playback modes * Debrief jack for non-intrusive video viewing * Push button protection against accidental activation * Zoom Memory * External audio sourcing * Nylon threaded mounting hole * Adjustable LED brightness

Tandem system is the most updated Tandem rig. TSO and E-TSO-C23d approvals up to 264 kg MSW and up to 190 kts air speed who else does the same? Advance OUT concept (no reserve side flaps), 4 Rings risers cutaway system allow you less stress and effort when malfunction is on. Central Drogue chute setting gives you a perfect balance and comfort in free fall No risk to have the drogue pouch open while in the plane Adjustable chest strap for women passengers Bottom seat cushion to give more comfort to the passenger and make landing easier.

AFTER SEVERAL YEARS OF SUCCESS WITH THE ADVANCE TANDEM WE HAVE CREATE THE SEVEN VERSION. THE SEVEN TANDEM IS USING THE SAME INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES OF THE SEVEN SPORT H/C BUT ADAPTED TO THE TANDEM RESTRICTIONS OF USE. MAIN INNOVATIONS ARE: - MAGNETS RISER COVERS -3 D MAIN RINGS -COMFORT IS AMELIORATED WITH SOFTER BACK PAD AND LEG STRAPS AS WELL -AUTOMATIC RELEASE OF THE DROGUE IF A PREMATURED OPENING OR A MAIN LOOP FAILURE HAPPENED -NEW MAIN RIPCORD RELEASE SETTING -LONGER DROGUE CHUTE RISER TO A EASIER USE -AND A LOT MORE

The S-FLY PROFLY wingsuit is a one piece big surface wingsuit who combines flight performance, security, comfort on the ground and in the air. Developed by Loïc JEAN ALBERT and Stéphane ZUNINO, the S-FLY PROFLY is meant for experienced wingsuit flyer. With a bigger surface on legs and arms wings, the S-FLY PROFLY allow you to reach higher glide performances . * Windproof main fabric , high performance and high strength * Cordura Reinforcements * Double frontal closing by YKK windproof zippers * Back in windproof lycra for more comfort * Integral booties with magnetic clips * Magnetic clips to fix the booties in high position in the phases of nonuse * Cutaway of the arm wings * Easy access cover flap to the cutaway cables (arm wings) * Custom deco on demand (option).

The S-FLY VERSO wingsuit is a one piece suit designed for experienced wingsuit skydivers who want to combine surface and acrobatic flight. Developed by Loïc JEAN ALBERT and Stéphane ZUNINO, the S-FLY VERSO Wingsuit gives an immediate answer to skydivers who are looking for a suit that : * is easy to use (gearing up, flight, installation...) * use an instinctive flight position * has high flight performances * allows easy back fly * is very reactive * use the last innovations as the “Quick Zip Cut©” arm's wing cutaway system with NO handle and NO cable.

The S-FLY INDY wingsuit is a one piece suit (categorie 1). Developed by Loïc JEAN ALBERT and Stéphane ZUNINO, the S-FLY INDY Wingsuit gives an immediate answer to skydivers who are looking for a suit that : * is easy to use (gearing up, flight, installation...) * allows a large movement amplitude during free fall and ground actions, for a progressive learning and practise * use an instinctive flight position * has interesting fliht performances (glide ratio, reactivity) * allows the user to take his risers in order to change his canopy orientation just after opening if necessary without arm's wing opening * don't need any particular action after canopy opening to land as usual.

The S-FLY EXPERT wingsuit is a one piece suit which combines flight performance, security, comfort on the ground and in the air. Developed by Loïc JEAN ALBERT and Stéphane ZUNINO, the S-FLY EXPERTwingsuit is a new concept : it is not a suit on which wings are added, it's anaerodynamic wing profile put in pressure by the air and controlled by the parachutist installed inside. It's made with new technical materials and new assembling techniques to facilitate the movements on the ground, on the aircraft and to improve comfort and the perfomance : Booties and reinforcement in Cordura – water proof zippers – wind proof and durable spandex on knees and in the back, windproof seems (gluing technique).

Ensure your operation is displaying an ultra professional look, by having Passenger suits in Company Colours. Your passengers will look great and our hard wearing materials will ensure your suits stay looking newer for longer. Company Logo's and Web addresses can be Screen printed or embroidered on your gear for an additional cost.