JohnMitchell

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  1. JohnMitchell
    So I have a couple of timed out AAD's sitting in some shiny aluminum boxes the new ones came in. What in the heck can you do with an old AAD? Any ideas?
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    I'll stay in the lane that's merging, moving slowly with the merged traffic, c^%$ blocking all those folks that think they should get to zoom past the politely merged drivers to cut into the front of the line. Why in the hell do they think they are more important than everyone else? Sure, I've pissed off a lot of zoomers, but the merged folks ALWAYS save me a place in line. Is this wrong?
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    Sneaky mutha f#$%^rs.
  4. JohnMitchell
    Thanks, Rich. Are you gonna make it to LP or be busy running your place?
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    I've seen DZ's do that all the way back to static line days. It's cool if your DZ does, but the ones I jump at don't. I think it's only if the DZ really needs that much more business that it would make sense to offer it. We seem to have enough business just walking in the front door.
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    All the drag dragging that string bag thru the air? Maybe a fun toy, but certainly not fast, efficient transportation, the supposed goal of the flying car. I'd like to have my skydiving rig double as scuba rig for tropical vacations. Good idea on paper maybe, but the execution will be overweight and cumbersome, a huge collection of compromises at best.
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    Nope, that would violate the TSO. But I hear they're working on something called the Strong Sac. I am laughing my ass off over here John! If The Sac is Strong enough, it should hold a pair.
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    Bowling alley? Yeah, that's what I thought, but it's a nice one with about 50 taps and a vertical wind tunnel next door.
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    Same here. I've seen them C$%k block the FAA a number of times. Money well spent.
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    Those who can't do . . . teach. I haven't noticed a problem at our DZ. Our staff, even the FNG's, seems pretty dialed in.
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    I'll just pretend it's not there.
  12. JohnMitchell
    Oh Hell yeah!
  13. JohnMitchell
    "Oh, you meant 'go chuting'?" -or- "Damn, hey, could ya throw out the bag of hijack money ple-e-e-e-s-e?"
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    Nope, that would violate the TSO. But I hear they're working on something called the Strong Sac.
  15. JohnMitchell
    Thanks, everyone. I'll post my retirement party invite later.
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    I heard the owner baldly asserted they were "criminals." But the leads were pretty thin.
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    Thanks. I often hear jumpers more experienced than I touting that "rule" . . . >
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    Next week I'll start what many consider a dream job . . . Retired with Govt. pension and a house minutes away from a turbine DZ. . .
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    I think it's a great idea!
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    I agree that you look a little "cocked" to one side, but I'm not sure if it's the wide angle lens or not. I think you need a little more "legs out" to correct your rocking and head high position. Just being out of trim makes it harder. Did they teach you how to turn on your level 2? Use that technique to actively hold a point on the horizon. I'm sure a few minutes in the tunnel will help you sort it out. Most of the time the "crooked body position in freefall" can be cured by just relaxing a bit and breathing. Like others told you, think "straight spine, stay symmetrical." Try not to tense up, just control your way out of any unwanted turn. BTW, you looked like you're really close to getting it. I know it's no fun repeating a level but I think you'll stick it next time. Good luck.
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    Nice one! I hope this doesn't ruffle "The Don's" hair too much.
  22. JohnMitchell
    Don't know if I'm cool but I try to stay chill. . .
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    Road rage cracks me up. I just ignore them. Or sometimes call the cops. If they knew I was packing, they'd probably f-off.
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    There's nothing like a good boob in your hands while lazing around on a rainy day. It's one of my favorite things.
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    My story almost exactly. Soon to be retired, though, so looking to spend long rainy afternoons camped in the library with Vskydiver and a cup of coffee.