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You could probably write or call Bob Sinclair himself to get more info. He lives in his bus at the DZ in Coolage, Arizona. He'd love to talk to you about the old days. As far as I know he is still there......Steve1

Is this the same Sebazz, that I jumped with at Lost Prairie? Maybe he has a split personality or something......I didn't realize......Steve1

I've got a couple of Mike's photos taken at Eloy. They are really cool and are some of my proudest possessions. One of the things that really impressed me about Mike is not only his personality but, that he is in top physical condition. I mean for an old guy he isn't packing any extra lbs. like the rest of us old farts. He is built kind of like a brick shit house (pardon my profanity). He was walking around the Hangar at Eloy on a hot day with his shirt off recently. I was thinking of doing the same thing, but figured that all the rolls of fat and white skin, might offend someone, so I kept my shirt on......Steve1

Sounds to me like it wasn't your fault. Don't let anyone put a guilt trip on you. Some people thrive on that sort of thing. Sounds like you kept a cool head and did the right thing by notifying the others. A lot of folks wouldn't have been this aware. If someone doesn't understand this, they are the asshole, not you.......Steve1

When I was a youngster the thought of jumping out of a plane scared the crap out of me. In High School I read a book about Smoke Jumping in Montana. That got my interest up. In Alaska I met some people who skydived up their and almost started training, but I was about to be drafted into the military, so I came back to Montana and joined a S.F. Guard unit their. I have to say I liked jump school at Benning. I know people say that the military takes the fun out of jumping, but not for me, I really enjoyed military jumping. I almost bought a guys rig in the Green Beret parachute club bar. He was headed for Nam and didn't have a use for it anymore. I hadn't skydived yet, but knew it was something I had to do. Even though I skydive now I miss military jumping. I loved jump mastering loads out of C-130's and 141's. I wanted Halo school in the worst way, but being in the Guards it was hard to get. I'd recommend Army Jump School to anyone who has an interest.......Steve1

I jumped with a friend named Jim this past weekend. He included me on a family jump with his daughter and son-in-law while the snapped photos in free-fall. It was a fun time with Jim's wife and grandkids waiting on the ground. I just wonder why you don't see more of this today. I've been pushing my daughters somewhat to start jumping. The oldest has made a tandem. My wife has no desire at all to jump, but allows me to have fun skydiving with my Pals. I've kind of got mixed feelings about getting my kids jumping though. I don't want them to get hurt or killed, yet I want them to experience the freedom and fun our sport has to offer. We've done a lot of adventuresome things together and I'd love to jump with them. I just want it to be their decision and not just something they have to do to please "Old Dad". I also don't want to expose them to all the crudeness that are at some boogies and DZ's, even though my daughters are old enough to handle it. Jim took his daughter to her first boogie (Lost Prairie) when she was still a teenager. I wouldn't feel comfortable doing that. I know Bill Booth banned his daughters from the drop zone, when they were younger. Maybe they are still banned. So I was just wondering what your opinion is on the subject. Can jumping be a family sort of thing?.......Steve1

Jtval and Zennister, Sorry for your loss. Holly sounds like a great person and a great friend. We all feel a little sadder when we lose one of our own. I wish I could have met her.....Steve1

I started jumping in the early 70's when we called boogies "jump meets". Later in the 70's they were called boogies. I don't have a clue how the name came about, but I've wondered about the same thing......Steve1

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A 340 lb. bench at 200 lbs. is a whole lot in my book. It's funny how a little extra weight even though it may be fat can increase your maximum lift. I jump with a guy who used to be an Olympic lifter. He competed against the Russians years ago. I'm sure one reason he did so well is that he has short limbs. There is a definite leverage advantage to this when handling heavy weights. Today he is in his 50's and all crippled up. He's torn out his shoulders, his kness, etc. Doing maximum lifts can be hazardous. A lot of strength comes from the joints themselves. Not just muscle. Someone with small joints and bones will probably never go far in the World of Power lifting. I just can't picture Bruce Lee as being all that strong. I used to idolize the guy when I was taking karate, but I wonder if he wasn't more show than strength. I admire the moves he could do. He was extremely agile, coordinated, but I still question how well he might do when pitted say against a boxer or wrestler of equal weight. I don't mean to be obstinate, but after taking quite a bit of karate, I wonder about how much of it would be effective in a real scrap. I'm not saying it's all hooey because some moves could be very effective, but a lot of it to me seems unrealistic. Maybe I'm all wrong on this, just my opinion......Steve1

Cool pictures Bill! I was just wondering if you recall Blaine Wright. He's been on all the world record large formations since the 200 way years ago. He's also a world class competitive water skier, a design engineer, and most importantly a native Montanian.....Steve1

About 250 miles to the closest one. In the summer I stay in my cabin in Western Montana. It's about five miles from the DZ. Much better!.....Steve1

A lot of power lifters are very massive. Many bodybuilders are former power lifters. Many bodybuilders do heavy basic lifts to build mass. I think a lot of people think that bodybuilders are all show and no strength. Not at all. Ever see the poundages that some of these guys can handle. I remember seeing Lou Ferigno (you know the guy on the incredible Hulk show) enter some fitness contests on TV. One event he beat everyone else on was the bike race. They are more than muscle bound oafs. Arnold's little lifting pardner Franco Columbo was also a power lifter who once had a worlds record in the bench press. He weighed in at about 180 pounds, but could bench over 500 lbs. He later went on to become Mr. Olympia in body building. It's too bad that steroid use has become such an important element in both body building and power lifting circles.....Steve1

I have the summer off (to jump if I can afford it). I have no trouble cashing my checks at the local popcycle stand. My boss writes me good evaluations, even though she stretches the truth. I work inside during cold winters. I have paid insurance. I get to spend hours on DZ.Com each week. I have a retirement plan. (Though not big) I sometimes feel like I am doing something good. I haven't had a parent get physical with me in almost two years now. Most of my co-workers are good people (not counting those who are complete ass-holes). I make enough to jump!!!!!........Steve1

All this talk about CS is making my eyes water and nose run. Terrible stuff!. I'll never forget that day in infantry training when they ran the first guy through the CS building and he came out with gobs of snot coming out of his nose and puking. Then it was our turn. No fun!......Steve1

One characteristic that you can sometimes tell if a bodybuilder is taking heavy doses of steroids is what competitors term "bitch tits". The nipple area actually starts to enlarge to take on female characteristics. I've often wondered about some professional women bodybuilders (who take steroids). Some have a deep gruff voice and even have to shave. I hope I'm not giving the impression that all bodybuilders are heavy steroid users. Many are clean and you have to admire what they have achieved being drug free. Some do take steroids though to not only to increase muscle size, but to keep their muscle mass while following an extreme diet to cut their fat level. I used to read a lot about this, but haven't bought a muscle magazine in years......Steve1

When Arnold was on top all the pros were on steroids. I saw Arnold once in person in Hawaii walking down the street with a tall Brunette (about 25 years ago). He didn't look at all out of place. Just a big muscular guy, not at all like his huge pictures in magazines. You have to admire the guy. Most professional body builders are kind of freaks of nature though. They have ideal genetics for body building. Most all have wide shoulders, narrow waist, ideal skeletal structure and a high number of muscle cells. One guy used to win contests without even working out. This wouldn't happen today though because it is so competitive. Some people spend a lifetime trying to build their physique to this level and never get big enough even to compete. Genetics means everything in this game. Larry Scott was able to compensate for narrow shoulders by building huge deltoids. Not everyone can build their deltoids to that size though. You do have to admire a bodybuilders discipline and determination though. Most spend years of hard training while following an extremely strict diet, particularly when approaching contest time. There's no doubt that steroids do work, also. .......Steve1

Amazon, I hope you can make it to Lost Prairie one of these years. There's lot's of old timers to play with there. I don't get to many boogies, but Lost Prairie is a fun one. It's great renewing old acquaintances, making new ones, and getting in on quality RW jumps. I'm counting the days until July.....Steve1

Weaver's son and wife were murdered over a pair of sawed-off shotguns. ..................................................... I agree. These were senseless acts and a terrible example of how law enforcement ought to work. It kind of reminds me of Nazi Storm Troopers invading a person's home. But then again there were probably a lot of good police personal up on Ruby Ridge who were just following orders. Whoever was in charge up there really dropped the ball on this one. I hope it ended their career in law enforcement. I also fear the power that is being given to such agencies as the BATF. This is a good example of what can happen.....Steve1

I'm glad you survived. I'm reading a book now that is based on the premise of trusting your instincts first in life. This also applies to a survival scenario. It's all too easy to listen to one's own rational thoughts and not listen to your own gut felt feelings. Often times we talk ourselves into doing something that should be safe all the while our instincts tell us something is wrong here. It often applies to trusting other people but might also apply to doing something that outwardly appears safe enough. Many people have met the grim reaper or been hurt badly by ignoring their instincts. Just some food for thought......Steve1

The FBI sniper at Ruby Ridge that blew Mrs Weaver away is trained to fire a 6" group at 1,000 yards, was his problem his target was much to close for accuracy? There is a big difference between pulling the trigger on a target and doing the same thing on another human being. This is not uncommon. A lot of soldiers have trouble being effective marksmen in combat until they get used to the buisness of killing. Many never do get used to it. Some won't even fire their weapon. Many are so nervous they miss. I've never been in combat, but I would imagine it is similiar to buck fever when hunting, but a whole lot worse. There have been studies on this, that make interesting reading.....Steve1 As for the sheeple that have nothing to fear from the government, yes, you do.

I've been looking at these same jump suits. I don't know a think about freeflying, but if I had the suit I'd have to learn, right? I just had a couple questions. Are these the same suits that sell for around $100. American? And about how much was the freight charge? Thanks for the info.....Steve1

Amazon, Glad your back. I quit for over 25 years and started jumping again a few years ago. It's a lot safer and more fun now......and remember this: You don't quit playing because you get old. You get old because you quit playing. Don't be the first to get old! (Or something like that. My memory is shot.....Steve1)