Jarcie
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I appreciate the points that Salamander and linestretch are making about flying the same canopy until I can do it well. It was definitely time to get off of the Nav 280 student parachutes. My landings weren't always perfect, but they were getting pretty good. Also, these rigs use ripcord deployment, and the first thing I was supposed to do after I finished AFF was transition to throw-out. I plan to practice more with the Spectre 210. The only reason I flew the Falcon 215 four times was because the Spectre 210 wasn't available -- other people sometimes need it. I've decided it makes more sense for me to stay on the ground and wait if I can't get the right gear. I also talked to the dz about gear availability, and they're looking into how to accommodate multiple people who need the same rig. So yes, I'll fly the Spectre 210 until I can do it well.
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Thank you! Why don't the instructional materials say they mean feet? Or am I the only person who's ever been confused by this?
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Normally, I only ask my instructors questions instead of posting, but I haven't managed to find an answer to this question yet. I've heard that one should flare at 3-5 feet, 6 feet, 8-12 feet, and 10-12 feet. The SIM says 10 feet. Instructors: Does 10 feet off the ground mean that my feet should be 10 feet off the ground, or my eyes? (I'm assuming that 3 feet off the ground means my feet are that high...) I've actually managed some pretty good landings in the past, but lately I've been biffing almost all of them, mostly because I'm flaring at the wrong times. (I went from jumping the Nav 280 student parachutes to a Spectre 210. I'm flaring too high on the Spectre 210. I also jumped a Falcon 215 four times -- bad idea. Three of those times, I didn't even finish flaring, which is weird for me...) My bruised knees and back thank you in advance.
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Whew....that's better......What's bugging you today?
Jarcie replied to freeflir29's topic in The Bonfire
My horoscope for today (just looked it up) is totally wrong. Maybe I was born under a different sign and don't know it... "You will find yourself in an especially affectionate and loving mood today, dear Libra. Your romantic nature is heightened and your nurturing qualities are strong. You are extra sensitive and receptive, and you might find that you have no problem communicating your truest feelings to others. Connect with those that you feel especially close to, and enjoy an evening of intimacy." -
Whew....that's better......What's bugging you today?
Jarcie replied to freeflir29's topic in The Bonfire
Lots of people seem to be feeling this way today. I've dealt with more grumpy people today than I've seen in the past month. What's bugging me? I'm trying to catch up, and I feel like I'm backsliding two steps for each one I make forward. I wonder what makes people so unhappy with their lives that they need to try to make life unhappy for everyone else. I'm glad you found what makes you feel better... I wish I could make it to a yoga class tonight. Not gonna happen. -
Ouch. I hope you're feeling better, Mike. Are you back at work? Do you know how long it will be until everything's healed?
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Spybot Search & Destroy -- what I just used Ad-aware -- also highly recommended by a number of sources, but I haven't used it yet... Good luck!
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Good point. But I've acutally been seeing them from eBay and AOL. I was disturbed...
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I just spent an hour cleaning scumware off of both my machines. I guess I understand the motivation behind writing spyware (as opposed to viruses that do nothing but wreak havoc), but I can't help wondering if it's really good for business. Does anyone know what the click-through rates are on pop-up ads? The sales returns? Is it worth compromising a reputable company's reputation to get the extra traffic?
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Ha ha, yes you did! You said you love Crapflinger, Then "oh wait... wrong thread..." I'm guessing you clicked Hoping for something kinky, But got warm fuzzies! Can't blame you at all! Who could possibly resist Loving Crapflinger?
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We know you're all talk. A mushy old teddy bear Trying to look mean. In the love fest thread, Andy made the sweetest post, Then deleted it... j/k
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Congratulations!! 1000... what an accomplishment! Aren't you supposed to get pied for 1000... 1000... 1000 something...? Of course, I'm a measly Enthusiast, so I'll just sit back and watch...
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Your posts are quickly Gaining on your jump numbers. Have you noticed that?
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That's exactly what I thought you meant...
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Yikes, Mike! I hope you feel better soon... Are you going to be able to enjoy the rest of your vacation?
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I love hearing what you guys love!
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And I love Mr. Frese because he's funny, level-headed, and hip...
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So let me guess, Iwan... What you love must be creative writing?
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I love Camembert cheese! It's yummy and gooey and totally delicious. I love Girlfalldown because she keeps things light. I love TheAnvil because he's a sweetheart. I love anyone who helps me learn how to pack.
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They shoot M&M's at them. I want to know why Velcro sticks…
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Bravo! Great acceptance speech! And I think there was an important life question in there somewhere, too... Will our brains be downloaded, and will be become immortal?
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It would help to post what kind of beer you've already tried, and what your tastes are. Personally, I'd suggest you move to mixed drinks...
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Happy dz.com birthday, Aviva!
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How do we know our perceptions show us reality? Is reality where our perceptions overlap with other people's? If we are living in an illusion and never know it, is that any different from living in what reality would be if our illusion were real? Don't know about the M&M's, but good question.
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Best Screenname and where did it come from???
Jarcie replied to NoShitThereIWas's topic in The Bonfire
There are some good stories here. I'm Jarcie for my initials, JRC. When I was in junior high, some friends and I were playing around making names out of our initials. We came up with "Jarcie" for me (it was better than "jerk," which could also be a perversion of JRC). No one calls me Jarcie, but since both my first and last names are so common, sometimes I use it as a user name. But I can't always get it. Believe it or not, there are other Jarcies. I think my most creative votes go to NoShitThereIWas and Crapflinger2000.