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  1. An upward flap is not really the answer. (although I agree it can and does help in many cases) Infinity for example seems to have no problems with main flaps opening. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  2. So did they have any info on when they will be releasing a canopy with the z bracing technology? DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  3. HOLY CRAP - that's like saying he's a 'Charlie Manson' as opposed to a 'Michael Jackson'.... ....geeez - I guess we'll all have to keep a closer eye on all of our "young" jumpers....just to be sure they're safe!!! Just the boys. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  4. FYI "thebob" is Skydive Greensburg's DZO and the guy putting on this event. He is not just some random pervert telling you to look for him. He is a DZO pervert asking you to look for him. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  5. So the list of manufacturers attending/supporting the boogie is growing! EG Sky Technologies Mirage Beezy Shaw of HiperUSA (nitro and blade canopies) Alti-2 Wings Precision Aerodynamics Packin Kathy will have 5 packers available so you can kick back on the beach between loads. This is added to: Aerodyne Birdman Firefly Suits Performance Designs Tony Suits Vigil WFFC And just a reminder.... Vertical Axis Entertainment will be releasing our new video shortly after the boogie and we will be dedicating a section specifically for the boogie! DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  6. This list is not a comprehensive list either. There are quite a few from Skydive Greensburg who are not on the list, and we have had several groups respond as well. I am very anxious to see what turns out after all the response we have had. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  7. *************CASA************* Thats right. We will have a Casa at the boogie. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  8. I have never been asked to see my ratings. However I would have no problem showing someone. The back of the Sigma harness does even tell a student to ask to see our ratings. (like people read that warning label, but it is there) DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  9. Cool - you accepting contributions (video) from other camera flyers as well? Yes, we will have a camera setup with a firewire just for that reason. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  10. Vertical Axis Entertainment will be releasing a new video shortly after the Marco Boogie. We are looking forward to include a section dedicated to the boogie. EG Sky technologies will also be on hand. Also from Skydive Greensburg: Val Doug Sara Dave Darlene Jackie - will be helping in manifest Gene - tandem instructor, etc. Alex - Vertical Axis Entertaintment Erin Alex the Brit I know there are more, and will fix this list when I remember. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  11. Thanks Chuck. I was trying to get more info from a couple people who would be there about having suits. Do you know about what she will have there? Any info you can give me would be great. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  12. Birdman Instructor Chris Ware will also be organizing at the boogie. Chris has more than 800 Birdman jumps. So don't forget your wingsuit!!! DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  13. I have not jumped a FTP so I can not speak from experience. Both my other helmets were DaBombs. But i do not feel it is cumbersome in anyway and I have top mounted my video and still camera side by side. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  14. Great helmet. I is my third camera helmet and I love it! DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  15. There was an Instructor who took a VERY experienced skydiver on the other side and that instructor WAS an instructor. I off the top of my head don't remember all the details and I don't want to misstate any facts so thats all I have. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  16. Mike Wittenburg of Freefly Team Loki will be organizing at Marco Island. He will also be available for coach jumps! I have a few other updates that I will be putting on our website and forum the beginning of next week. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  17. about 6-700 tandems only one student grabbed me at all and I never tell them not to grab me. Just my personal choice. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  18. 01 was made by Ben Yonkers who did not make the video this year 02 and 03 were made by Vertical Axis Entertainment/ Alex O'Connor and some Moron. They did not make a video this year either BECAUSE we have a video coming spring 05. Watch for it. This will be our first release outside our own DZ videos. Mike thanks for the compliments. Tell Bernice we are waiting to finish her AFF next season!! DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  19. That's exactly what I suggested but he did not like the idea That is the worst advice I have heard yet. The brace is there to protect him in the event of another trauma, no matter how small. What Amax said, I was kidding thats what the was for, sorry you misunderstood me DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  20. I would take him, but make him take off the brace! DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  21. Raddison holds 8 people in a 2 bedroom suite according to their site. There are a few people who are looking to share a room. You can check our forum. You may be able to find some people there. I know a few people have been taken care of that way. See ya on the beach :) DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  22. In early 2000 I watched about 8 Brits hit the tunnel before AFF (no real choice, bad weather) Each had about 15 minutes in the tunnel and all but 1 flew through AFF. Since then the DZ I work at had a tunnel for a few months. I worked with one gal from manifest in the tunnel for awhile. (not sure how much time she got in total, but my guess would be around 45 minutes) She did great through AFF afterwards. I also worked with about a dozne students in the tunnel (during their FJC) prior to their first jump and most of them stood out from the typical first jump student. Does it help? Not everybody, but yes. Does it hurt. I believe it doesn't in my limited experience of utilizing the tunnel as a training aid. Take this for what its worth and good luck with your AFF. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  23. I was at the game :) Got the tickets because I am a Chargers fan in the middle of Indiana. I was just so happy to get the tickets (4 of them 7 rows off the field, my seat looked straight down the goal line) to see my team, and it turns out that its the game that Manning broke the record. AWESOME GAME too. It was a bittersweet game for me to be at. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  24. PMed DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com
  25. My old Cam Eye II does turn the camera off, but not back on. It does start and stop record however. My new Cam Eye II works perfect with it. DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com