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Oh baby, baby. You're the one, you're the one. Come out and matriculate me in public so I can bask in my own awesomeality. Pretty good, huh? I'm married. I get a lot of practice. Hope to see you there. Hell, at this rate, hope to see anyone there. Aloha. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Anyone going to this? Haven't seen anything on it here. Can't get off for Thursday or Friday, but thinking about going on Saturday. Would it be worth it? Never been to one of these. [url] Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Not from my region, but I met her a few times and I have no problem with her. Nice lady. To me this is pro-active and a way to foster participation. I can add two other names to the list who did the same thing at DZ's where I was. I voted for both of them. They didn't make or change my mind, they just made it easier to perform the process. They both are or were on the board. One of them even gave me a pull-up cord. Graft? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

YEAH BOY! Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Like the limit. 20 is too high. Daily is good. "Use it or lose it" is good. No carryover. Just throwing ideas out, starting a thread counts as two? Anything along these lines would make forums more relevant, and slow down on the drivel. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Any guess when the formation will be posted? My mantra until then is, "Notwrightskyguydockingonme, notwrightskyguydockingonme". If Congress asks, I think he juices. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

We had a candidate earn a Good Conduct medal while waiting for a slot to open up. That's three years. May want to buy your own needle gun for the wait. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

So, any get together before hand? Beer, food, general chitchat, or beer? Anyone? Anywhere? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

You've piqued my interest. Plan to go down to Blockbuster this weekend and pickup the Blu-ray DVD. Hope it's not a two day rental. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Did you get married? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Just received this Email, which, I assume, I received for voting in large part because of this thread. Scam? Anyone in SA want them? Have not replied but I will if you want me to mail or Email these to you: *** Thank you for voting for your favourite band in HP's Design your Personal Life competition. We're delighted to inform you that you have won 2 tickets to attend the final evening. Join HP as our five finalist bands get their chance to rock the stage and compete against winners in 3 other countries. 5FM’s DJ Koula will MC the star-studded event, and the winning bands’ performances will be followed by The Parlotones, Goldfish and local DJ Roger Goode Be sure not to miss out on this awesome experience and showcase of upcoming South African talent. The following terms and conditions apply Two tickets have been allocated for you and a partner Tickets include entrance to the event and 4 free drinks per person only Travel arrangements are not included Please respond to this email by close of business on Monday 28 January so that we can forward you a formal invitation with all the details. If we have not received a communication by then, we will assume that you cannot attend the event and will allocate your tickets to the next round of lucky winners. For any queries, please contact Sam on 011 467 1496. THE HP EVENTS TEAM Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Expected start time for balloon jumps on Saturday? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

No, there's there! Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Universal City Walk is very close. At that time, it should be free parking and free entry. Choice of Emeril's (Yikes on the wallet), Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville, Hard Rock, NBA cafe, NASCAR cafe, Bob Marley's replica house Jamaican restaurant, and a few others. I think they may have their Mardi Gras celebration then. Usually a street party on Friday and Saturday. I'm guessing the band Orange Avenue will be playing. Almost, but not quite a Green Day cover. They do some other stuff. If staying on International Drive, be careful. There's a lot to do, but a lot of people there, too. Some can be seen in the dictionary under the word unsavory. A lower rate of 1,181 incidents still works out to more than three a day. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Skydive Hawaii Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Oh that? That was me. Everyone else just wanted to beat your ass on principle. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Edited because I realized (post-coffee) L/D is not (g - ay)/|(-ax)| because of the totally horizontal assumption and ay goes to 0. Got it now. First time I saw the other post. Nice. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

You're such a girl! I saw the Phantom Brigade go out of the plane at 800 feet. Low ceilings are not an excuse, people! Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Somewhere around the turn of the century I jumped at Skydive Monterrey Bay. I was a nube at the time and traveling. Didn't have all my stuff. Asked if I could borrow some goggles, an altimeter, and a helmet. (A common practice at the place I was then jumping.) I was told I could rent all three for $5.00. Each. Per jump. I spent $15 (three jumps) on altimeter rentage, wore my sunglasses and went without a helmet for the first time. I was also told you could pack inside if you paid an entrance fee. Swore I wouldn't go back and haven't. And yes, I know, that was then and this is now. And it was the turn of the century, like I said, before everyone had a cell phone and flat screen TV. I do have a waiver on file at Hollister, but never jumped there. Wx moved in. Too bad cause I got a good vibe from hanging around. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

I sat between her legs for 11,000 feet. She may remember me. I was the one calling for a go-around at 7, 8, 10, and 11,000 feet. I think her brother got hurt on a landing during a weird wind day in Hawaii. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

There are one or two DZ.Commers who are of both genders? Other than Rookie120, who's the other one. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Well, as long as it's lawyers. (rhetorical question) How could we doubt that? Besides, I've heard quitting smoking just adds years at the end of your life. And those years aren't that good, anyway. Imaginate, it comes right after imaginseven. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

I vote for Clinton Radloff's mom. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

Actually with elliptical canopies you would almost think no one would need stabilizers. The purpose of the elliptical shape is to reduce induced drag. Stabilizers added to elliptical planforms only address residual induced drag. At the same time, they introduce, as was stated, parasitic drag and parasitic drag quadruples as airspeed doubles. It's a balancing act. Where do you get the best lift/drag relationship? It might not be the most lift or least drag, but it's the best you can do. Apparently some manufacturers think the stabilizers' effects are worth it. Others don't. I'm sure they all have testing and data to support it. And I'm sure we'll never see it. I trust them. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.

They turn a wing into an airfoil. High pressure on the bottom of the canopy wants to go where there is low pressure; the top. The result is wing tip vortices. When it goes from the bottom to the top, it creates a lateral component which pushes the air moving from front to back on the top of the canopy toward the center. Since the only portion of air across the wing which produces lift is that portion which is moving in the direction of flight, this movement of air means less air is capable of producing lift. Stabilizers break up the wingtip vortices and allow the lift productio to be maximized. On the attached simplificated graphic, V is your flight velocity, H is the horizontal component introduced from the wingtip vortices. R is the resultant airflow moving from front to back on your canopy. Pythagorean says R is less than V, and R is the wind producing lift. Stabilizers break up the wingtip vortices so H is less and R is closer to V. Greater lift. Wings are finitely long and airfoils are infinitely long. for airfoils, the air always moves parallel to the movement of the airfoil. For a finitely long wing, you get the horizontal push. Again, the attached graphic is not to be used to construct any flying object, but you get the idea. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.