Zee

There are already solid state "hard drives" that hold hundreds of Gb - A few years from now (if even that long) video cameras will be available that won't have the altitude issues of current models. Action©Sports

Well, they're just solid state memory after all. Some static or mechanical shock can damage them pretty easily. They're still pretty durable though... Action©Sports

I format the card every time I upload the pictures to my computer. Always done it that way - never even seen a card error. Action©Sports

I just mounted it inside my FTP. It turned off on me too many times so I just put it inside and use the button on the camera instead. Action©Sports

Just download Firefox - it's a much better browser than IE. It's free too so it's worth a try Action©Sports

None of the bikes I have ever owned have had fuel gauges. how dumb are you that you need one WTF?. There is never any shortage of internet commandos on this site, is there? Your fuel consumption changes with how and where you ride - track, mountains, high speed, low speed, passengers, etc. Not entirely necessary, sure. But it could be nice to have. It certainly doesn't make the guy dumb.... He said NEED one and i agree if you dont know how to work out the aprox fuel ussage you're dumb. I can tell you within 5KM when my bikes will hit reserve. That's another thing, new bikes dont have a reserve, so dumbarses need gauges How hard can it possibly be to tell when your Big Wheel is running low on gas? Action©Sports

There are some good links in this thread Action©Sports

Congrats! Always cool to see your work published Action©Sports

I'll take my bike with me next time I come down - We can hook up a tow rope for ya and we'll see how that thang carves at a buck eighty Action©Sports

None of the bikes I have ever owned have had fuel gauges. how dumb are you that you need one WTF?. There is never any shortage of internet commandos on this site, is there? Your fuel consumption changes with how and where you ride - track, mountains, high speed, low speed, passengers, etc. Not entirely necessary, sure. But it could be nice to have. It certainly doesn't make the guy dumb.... Action©Sports

Something like this? Translogic Don't know how it will work with a 92 Gixxer but you can always call and find out..... Action©Sports

Boy, doesn't that sound like fun. I've had a few reserve rides with my camera gear but the mere thought of a terminal reserve opening with a loaded FTP on my head makes me cringe... Guess it's better than the alternative...... Action©Sports

U G L Y! Pretty good visual of why you should always practice your pull with a wide arc. Not a good spot to put yourself in..... Action©Sports

I try to keep my neck aligned with my spine on deployment so I look straight down at the ground. If you've gotten in to the habit of looking at your pilot chute when you pitch, you'll break that one really quick once you have your first hard opening in that position. At least that's all it took for me Action©Sports

Impressive.That's some nice work right there.... Action©Sports

According to Nikon, you instantly void the warranty if you clean your own sensor no matter what technique you use. Perhaps you should take you own advice before you start blowing hot air. Then again, why take advice from a guy who can't even spell aperture Action©Sports

Good site. Action©Sports

That actually sounds like a pretty cheap and effective solution . Action©Sports

Anything in particular that you do differently? Do you use different solutions, pads, etc? I was just really pleased with the info this guy provided - he even says you can buy the stuff and make your own tools cheaper if you want to (I'd just rather spend the extra bucks as opposed to doing the e-bay thing, but that's just my personal opinion)It took me a few tries but it works very well. Action©Sports

The sensor swabs work really well too from what I hear but, they're $5,00 a piece and they're generic in size. Also, if you don't get the crud off the first time you have to use new swab each time. That adds up quick. I tried the little blowers too but only blew the crap around on the sensor. The PecPads and Eclipse solution worked really well - it's just feels so damned good to get that crap off of there Action©Sports

Everything you ever wanted to know about cleaning the sensor on you digital SLR. After shooting for a day at the race track on a bright and sunny day and having to spend another couple days in Photoshop cleaning up one nasty spot on all 800+ shots, I decided it was time to get that freakin' thing off of my sensor. I tried several different recommended methods but they only added to the particles and to my frustration. After reading through this guys site I picked up this kit and was very pleased with the results. It took me 3 tries but now it's perfectly clean and I can't find a single spot on my pictures. Saves a ton of time in PS..... http://www.pbase.com/copperhill/ccd_cleaning Action©Sports

that's great, yet Zee's post doesn't offer anything on the "how." I'm not expecting grips on the tandem; that's pretty well beyond the DZ rules and not helpful to my end goals anyway. I'd be more than happy to help DSE, but in this case, I just don't think it's really worth the risk. I've done it from Otters and Caravans - IMGR2 still puts my front float exits to shame - but to be quite honest, the thought never even crossed my mind to try it from a King Air. I had a hard enough time getting out the door on our old one (may she rest in pieces) I like Arvel's idea of getting down on the step like that - pretty much eliminates the bulk of the risk. And it gives you a very cool angle. Then again, there is NFW I could get my big ass down there and hold on in that prop blast. Pushing off hard eliminates a lot of the risk too but it also takes you out of the angle you're trying to achieve. It should be interesting to see what people come up with though. And thank you for the compliment, Brains..... Even found a little IMGR2 front float aciton for ya

That's a pretty tricky exit on a King Air considering that the wing is beneath you on exit. I'd be concerned about hitting the flap too.... Action©Sports

Usually do 30 to 36. Take some ground shots before, a few shots in the plane, a few landing shots, and the rest in freefall. Action©Sports

I seriously doubt there is any way you can honestly convince your family that motorcycling is safer than skydiving - it's not. There are far more variables oustide of your control involved in motorcycling. Besides just looking at the fatality statistics, you might want to look in to the serious injuries that often follow a motorcycle wreck. Just last week a fellow forum member lowsided at a moderate speed, hit a street sign, and lost his leg. Another died at bike week after being hit by a car at a red light. Lots of people get very seriously injured, maimed, and paralyzed from motorcycle accidents every day. Taking a safety course is a great idea. Follow up with the more advanced courses when you're ready as well. The instructors are great and you will learn a lot, guaranteed. If you get the chance, try a track day, it's a really fun way to learn the more intricate skills of riding without the worry of cars, cops, or deer. Keep in mind that as a new rider you are even more vulnerable out there. The highest rise in fatalities over the past years involve people in their 30's and 40's with no prior riding experience who decided to take up riding (cruisers are dangerous too - that panel truck can't tell if your riding a Harley or a Honda). They're simply not used to staying that alert and concentrating on everyone else t h a t much. But that's what it takes to stay safe. There are way too many people talking on the phone, eating Cheese Doodles, or beating their kids in the back seat while driving these days. They just don't see you at intersections, on straights, while changing lanes, or while pulling out of gas stations. You will have one close call after another and it takes a while to get used to. Bikes are lot of fun - just take it easy in the beginning and pay attention to everyone else on the road. Good luck...and have fun Z Action©Sports