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No, it's not too bad. BTW, Quade, your response to the question in the September Skydiving was great. When they asked about the most exciting/interesting plane or thing you've ever jumped, you truly lived up to your signature line: Twin Otter? Is there a story there? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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I have always been told that you try to get into the formation until the designated break off altitude, then track to the minimum opening altitude, clear, and pull. I have run into a lot of lower time jumpers who, if they don't get in by 5 or 6 thousand feet, they track and pull higher than normal, maybe as high as 4 grand. Dangerous stuff. One fatality at a world record attempt may have occurred for this very reason. If this team had done that, the videographer would have begun his opening sequence at 4 grand (assumed break off altitude) and the team member would have started at 2.5 to 2 thousand feet. Even if there was no horizontal separation, the vertical separation would probably (assuming no excessive snivels) be enough to avoid this situation. We seldom talk about what happens if someone doesn't get in. We probably should. Plan the jump and jump the plan, all the way from the top to the bottom. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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You said: He said: Sounds like good timely advice. Don't take it personally. You may be doing something wrong. I imagine it's not what he said, but the way he said it. Someone told me that 65% of all communication is non-verbal. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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But then you wouldn't be a bonus? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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The PIA will hold their symposium in Jacksonville from the 26th to the 31st of January 2003. JAX is in Northern Florida located about 120 miles from Deland and about 55 from Skydive Palatka. Was just wondering if anyone planned to attend and if they had any interest in doing some jumps while here. Come in early, stay late, play hookey some day in the middle? I live about 20 miles (3 Starbucks) from the hotel and would be willing to provide transportation to either site. Deland (Otter and Skyvan) is good anytime and Palatka (KingAir) would work Friday through Sunday. Were we to journey to Deland, we might meet Skymama, PLFXpert, Billy Z, and others. If anyone is interested, speak up. I have to plan early for that hookey thing. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Three or more people, and it's a tube exit. Two people, and it's an innuendo. It's all perception. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Looks like it was a great time. Nice pix, AM. You know, without his hat, AggieDave looks like he could be from California, or something. Ciao. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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I forgot this on mine. Sorry. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Saw it for the first time this weekend. The picture looked like Dove. Disclaimer: I have never met Dove and am basing this solely on the picture of her which appeared in Parachutist. I am making no comment about the whiteness of her teeth nor about which gum she chews. It was merely an observation so lay off. I apologize to the stalkers who will take umbrage. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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You're going to have to check with Richard to be sure, but I think it's taken. How about #5318009? Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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1,033 with no cutaways and no reserve rides. I touch my handles about 40 times before each jump. One of the last things I do before going out of the plane. That, and ensure my closing pin flap is in place as well as check my PC hackey. Haven't been in a hanging harness in probably 4 years. Haven't landed an F111 in about as long. Haven't done a PLF since jump 1,029. I feel good about that, sorta. I do not fear a cutaway, but I don't feel good about talking about it. Bad karma. Hope I haven't jinxed myself, already. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Open high. Try all of your control inputs (four risers and two toggles). Set up high. I agree with the others about the differences you'll notice. But you will probably notice a little more drive. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Quite a bit of irony involved with a statement like that coming from someone named Christian. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Next thing you know, you'll be telling us that even the Presidency is not immune from this. BTW, Greene wrote a very interesting book about the pilot of the Enola Gay a few years back. Can't remember the name, but I think it was something like, Duty: A Father, His Son, and the Man Who Won the War. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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I have to agree with Merrick. In many organizations there is not only a Safety Department, but also a Standardization Department. And they work hand in hand. If you jump with someone for the first time, it is nice to know if we wants to advise you of an impending unsafe condition, you will understand the signal. The Pull signal at altitude anytime after AFF, should be an emergency situation. I have used it myself once and know of several others who have also used it. And as many dirt dives as I have been on, I have never seen hand signals discussed. That's the beauty of standardization, those things are standard. As an aside, during my AFF, the tongue signal meant "Arch More". Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Bought my alti, helmet, and goggles when I went to a well known West Coast DZ and asked to borrow them. They said sure, but it would be $5. Each. Per jump. Thanks guys, I feel the love. It was about 10 jumps off of student status. I bought my first used rig about 5 jumps later. Would strongly recommend your first 3 or 4 rigs be used, rather than new. If you buy new, one of two things will happen. 1. You will realize 100 jumps after you buy it, that you really want something smaller/faster/more elliptical/less flashy... and now you have a major investment upon which you are going to lose money. b. You will attempt to go too small/fast/flashy/... too early and hurt yourself. Used gear will allow you to ease into the right equipment at the right rate. It might not be the exact color or style you want, but with a rigger's concurrence, it will at least be safe. Ask Skybytch. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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A lot of different things, nothing specific. But like the sticker says, being under canopy is what I think about during sex. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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I assume you are under a big canopy. If not, the above described maneuver could lead to other fun maneuvers like canopy wrap, line twists,... Be careful how fast you let up on your toggles. Do it progressively. If not, wear brown pants. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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if you use Windows XP - READ THIS NOW!!! (not a joke)
flyhi replied to mountainman's topic in The Bonfire
Question: I run XP. Occasionally when I log in, I get an ICON flashing in the lower right corner with a little balloon which says, "Upgrades ready to install". I do nothing to initiate and they are usually XP upgrades. I assume this is bennie of the XP program, to go out, while I am online, to some Gatesian site and download program upgrades. If I allow those to be installed, will this fix be included? This is not a joke. Mahalo in advance. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics. -
But you have to admire the logistical genius who came up with enough outfits in that size and found enough babes to fill them and then, actually located a structure which would support such a shoot. My hats off to him/her, no matter what institution he/she may be confined to at this time. As a Steeler fan, let me just say, we knew they would end up like that anyway. Of course, our 72 cheerleaders looked like that in 71. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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I was going to do that, too, but then I found out they were having a Scooby Doo marathon on one of the cable channels. I'm a sucker for good theater. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Voted one of the least effective opening lines when meeting a woman for the first time. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Be afraid. Be very afraid. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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Tastefully done with just a hint of arcane, sarcastic symbolism which served to set it apart from its contemporaries. Tends to comment on overriding socio-economic conditions resplendent throughout the world today. Much deeper than the credit most people will give it. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.
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I would have bought as much Cisco as I could have in 1990, sold it in 2000, then shorted it. Look on the bright side, had I done that, you all could have come out to Skydive Flyhi for $5 Casa jumps with complementary post-jump refreshments. Yeah, it pisses me off, too. Shit happens. And it usually happens because of physics.