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    ZP EXE

    altichick replied to SKYDIVE's topic in Gear and Rigging

    My thoughts... Done about 500 jumps on my 135 EXE and would agree with those who say that getting back from naff spots can be a problem. That apart I love it, nice to pack, reasonable openings, nice flare and good all round canopy for the price! Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    Like everyone else said... you're not going to get rich but you can have a blast!!
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    Just wondering what people thoughts and experiences are... How long / how many jumps after getting your AFF rating was it before you did level 4 and above (single JM) dives? Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    Over all I like what you are suggesting but it assumes that someone has the physical strength to fly front risers which not all jumpers do. With a system like this some of us may never get our C/D license Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    Job, House, Relationship, Financial security... but the past 12 months have been totally worth it... and besides I have a really nice tent now Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    *Think* I'm probably going to go for the bonehead box. Just one... hmmm... make that two... more questions... Is there enough room to fit a cameye? Can someone explain how the box is mounted to the top of the helmet and do you still use a screw to hold the camera in place or is the foam enough? Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    What a great weekend!!
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    There were 30+ travelling together from the UK to the Kenya boogie last October... Kenya Airways still provides free drinks on the plane...
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    Anyone know if such a thing exists? I'm looking to top mount my HC40 and would like to be able to access all the parts without having to take it off each time. Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    Recognise the suit but don't know his name. Was it from the November boogie? Have you tried asking Harro? Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    SDAZ is 1513 Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    Around 80-100 a year for the first 3 years I was jumping (UK!) and around 400 in the past 10 months... :) .....cost me my house to do it ... but I think it was a fair swap
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    I went last year. It was great - $10 jumps, nice aircraft, plenty of vodka and a very friendly DZ! ...And if the rumours of proper bathrooms and hot water are true this year will be even better! Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    I've seen a TI do a jump with a paraplegic, after talking to the passenger they decided to strap the passengers legs to the TI's legs so he could control him in freefall and, I think, they fastened the passengers arms across his chest. Worked well but the TI was a very experienced TI. Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    I would have been on it but it clashed with my naked way!! Next time!! Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    PM'd! Thanks Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    I sold my house at the begining of this year to do something similar ...and sure the cash is running out now and the thought of going back to 'real life' sucks... but would I change my mind if I could do it again???... No Way!! I've had the best year ever, met great people, seen some fantastic places and improved my skydiving into the deal! I say go for it! Like previous posts have said... do some more jumps first, don't leave yourselves with nothing to go back to... and prepare for a great time!
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    As the UK weather sucks I'm arriving a little bit earlier than most (one of the benefits of not having a job!) but if anyone can offer a ride... 18:48 Tue Dec 14th Terminal 3, Sky Harbor Int'l (PHX), Phoenix, USA Delta Air Lines (DL 1629) See you all there! Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    Hoping to borrow a WS for the boogie so (fingers crossed) would love to join you!
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    Davies in Northern CA has one... ...not heard of any others yet. Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    Not yet but I did jump with the PINK in Czech this year and have only nice things to say about them
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    Why not see if any UK AFF instructors are going abroad at that time of year? Many UK instructors take groups of students to Spain, France or the states to do AFF. It means you'll avoid turning up at an unfamiliar DZ alone & you'll have a ready made group of fellow students to party with Added bonus... When you get back to the UK you can avoid having to repeat levels / do check out dives if your AFF instructor already knows you. Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    I know I should have used my time a bit more 'productively' whilst I was out there ... but I was having too much fun jumping and enjoying the sun! Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    Hi, Can anyone tell me if the items on the proficiency card for the USPA coach course (teaching/asisting first jump courses) need to be comleted at a USPA DZ or could they be done (for example) in the UK prior to attending a USPA course? Thanks Sal Don't sweat the petty things... and don't pet the sweaty things!
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    I'll second that vote for the Kenya boogie - awesome trip! And I'll be there again in just 8 days!! Other (non-beach) DZ/boogies with stunning scenery are Alaska and MOAB - both of these rocked!!