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I have two pooches. One is not really the playing type. For the other, I get on the side of the bed opposite the bedroom door, which is open. I get her all riled up so she goes tearing around the house, running back into the bedroom with a flying leap onto the bed. After about three "laps" I raise up the quilt in the middle of one of her flying leaps, and trap her in the makeshift "net" then hide somewhere else in the house for her to find me. Arrive Safely John

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This works for me: -I hydrate almost exclusively with water. If I use sports drink I cut it in half (by chasing it with an equal quantity of water) -I "pre-hydrate" by knocking down two liters of water before being outside in the hot sun. -I stay hydrated by knocking back the water one liter at a time. I avoid getting to the point where I feel thirsty, and I shoot for keeping my urine clear or light yellow. -I also snack on pretzels, bananas, etc - foods that are full of sodium and potassium, which you lose when sweating. -I delete caffeine altogether, and I'm careful about my alcohol consumption. Both of them dehydrate me badly. -Other than than, wear a hat to keep cool and wear sunscreen. Have a great trip! Arrive Safely John

Have her really check in with herself as to why she is Cheering in the first place. For example, she finds sheer joy in being excited. Then you as her Mom can help her be grounded in that "way of being," and examine what value there is in risking a tryout for the high school squad. If she shows up for tryouts and gives it her best, totally coming from the place you grounded her in, that's how she will come across to those who are making the selections. It's all about being clear, and about being positive! Arrive Safely John

Welcome to the forums. I experience you as someone who has already learned how to take advantage of the wealth of information here . . . enjoy!

I have one, load it almost exactly the same, and love it. Lots of range and fantastic openings. Arrive Safely John

-Generally speaking, a 9-cell will give you more glide than a 7-cell. Airfoil design has a lot to do with it though. -There are 9-cell ZP canopies out there that open beautifully to support your desire for safe camera openings. -While there are likely more choices, I recommend the Sabre2. If you choose to downsize to the Sabre2 135, I think you will be really happy at your wingloading. I load mine at 1.34:1 and I have lots of fun with it, but I can be conservative with it as well when I want to. Have fun and be safe! Arrive Safely John

I've not done a TON out of a Cessna, but this works really well for me, and I'm 6'2" 220lbs. Video sits in the student position next to the pilot. My tandem student sits behind the pilot. I sit next to the Tandem Student, just aft of Video. At hook-up altitude, I roll over and back up. I get my student up, check his harness, helmet, etc. then have him kneel in front of me, facing forward, looking straight at the Video. We hook up and tighten down here. Door comes open, Video climbs out. We walk on our knees as far forward as we can, then BOTH of us put our right foot out. I then have the Tandem Student put his right foot out next to the left and put arms in the exit position. I have my hand protecting the drogue during this moving around. This leaves my Tandem Student almost completely out of the plane, and I am as far forward in the door as I can go, squatting on my left foot. When it's time to go, I simply step out (squatted down 'cause I'm so tall), use the relative wind to help me push off the step, and dive out and down. This exit really works well for me. One difference: -If there is no Video, I will sit in the "student" position next to the pilot with the Tandem Student sitting immediately aft of me between my legs. We hook up and tighten here. Door comes open, and we simply put feet out as described above, and I "scooch" myself up into the squatting on the left leg position and out we go. I dislike the poised exit position because the door and the window sill in the door really interfere with my reserve pin. I tried it, and I don't lie it at all. Hope this helps. Arrive Safely John

Soooo, you just pushed your skydiving reboot button. No biggie. Welcome back, and welcome to the forums. Your host is Sangiro, or "HH" as we call him. Drop him a "thank you note" when you get a chance. This is his creation. Good luck in your training!

Welcome to the sport and to these forums! Say hi to our host, Sangiro (herein known as HH) when you get a chance. Good luck on your training. Remembers that there are a lot of personal opinions out there (and here). Trust your instructors through your training and use their input primarily during your learning phase. Arrive Safely John

1. Mouth 2. Raefordite 3. TonyT 4. Sunshine 5. PhreeZone 6. SkymonkeyONE 7. Dragontail 8. MonkeyLip 9. DaGimp 10. slotperfect 11. Lou Diamond 12. Jessica 13. Mujie 14. Mischo Come on down, podner! Y'all will l-o-v-e Mischo . . . he does great tricks Arrive Safely John

I have about 50 jumps on mine. At first I had some off-heading openings (diving turn). I changed my stow bands to regular ones for the locking stows and minis for the rest (825 microline) and now they are all on heading. I am a lot better about flying through my openings now, too. This is the first canopy I have had that required "flying the harness" during the opening. I occasionally get closed end cells during openings, but I pack it to open slowly so that doesn't bother me at all. Overall I LOVE the canopy; it's the best one I have ever jumped. Arrive Safely John

As a rule of thumb, the less time in between AFF jumps, the better your learning curve. Make as many as you can afford as often as possible until you complete your A License check dive. I agree with the 30 day comments. Don't go past 30 days. Good luck in your training! Arrive Safely John

Welcome! Lots of dotcommers from Perris here . . . from the home page, click on "Skydivers" then "More Search Options" at the bottom of the page, then type in "Perris" in the 'Home Dropzone" block. Click on "Search," then check out the results for all the folks registered from your home DZ. Arrive Safely John

Hi Harlo . . . welcome to the forums! My tips for every jump: -check your rig before you put it on -get a gear check before you get in the plane -check your gear on jump run, before you leave the plane Enjoy the sport and these forums! Arrive Safely John

Welcome, Seagull! Like Andrea said, we have had lots of Aussies join us lately. Glad to have every last one of ya! Enjoy the forums!

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I agree completely. I have had outstanding business transactions with PD on both the home and work fronts, including dealing with both Kolla and Donna. BTW - both of them are on Dropzone.com Kolla = "kolla" Donna = "donnaw" I am a PD fan, Sam I am! Arrive Safely John

I'm so glad your first experience was so positive. BIG kudos to your Tandem Instructor for creating a safe learning environment for you! Enjoy the forums, and update us now and again on your training progress. Arrive Safely John

Welcome, Nutz! I grew up in New England, but my Mama is from Atmore, Lower Alabama. Welcome to the forums, and stop up and see us in Raeford when you get a chance. Arrive Safely John

Welcome! Glad to have you here in our midst!! Don't be so modest . . . I have been at it for 18 years and I haven't been to Quincy/Rantoul yet! You've got me there! Arrive Safely John

Welcome, Michael! Are you skydiving now, plan to soon, or just curious?? Arrive Safely John

Welcome, WMF!! You'll find a way to have your cake and eat it too, just like the rest of us have. Good luck on your AFF -keep us posted on your progress. Enjoy the forums!

Since the "Raeford In April" heading might not attract anyone new for the next bash, I took the liberty of posting a new thread (at Jessica's behest) HERE in the Events and Gatherings Forum. I copied/pasted the most up-to-date list of attendees there. We need MAX participation!! Arrive Safely John