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Morning, Mark Well, this appears to be turning into a rigging debate. Quite frankly, I'm more concerned about your PD Reserve 126 ft² loading at 1.71 lbs/ft² than I am with my Anvil student cutoff of 260#'s. And, have done the math by weighing everything which comes in at 28#'s which puts the total exit at 288# for a .09:1 or 1:1 in some cases. There was a time when no one loaded a reserve at greater than 1:1, yet because the rating is at 300 pounds we've seen an exponential increase in reserve weight loading. I'm very familiar with the Reflex since Mick sold me the first one at 300# ~1999 and we had many discussions regarding the TSO during the manufacturing phase. I may bump the 300# max for TSO sakes, but not exceed it. Our DZ has several rigs that will accommodate the Anvil of several sizes and shapes. I'll tell you guys a discussion I'd much rather have is; "Should the TSO process be re-vamped to a weight-loading standard, rather than a max weight standard." Although, I can't help but think there would be too much to unravel and re-ravel both bureaucratically and financially. Have a great day, gentlemen. Keith Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

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1. MC-4 military rig Rigs: Vector (v382ish) Javelin Infinity Can't find the TSO for Wings, Racer or Icon... Mains: PD Sabre2 260 PD 300 Falcon 300 ZP Manta 320 F111 Manta 290 Man-O-War 320 Rage 230 Icarus 229 PD Navigator 300 Reserves: PD 281 Smart 250 Optimum 253 Falcon 300 Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

There's a considerable number of configurations for a rig to be completely TSO'd for up to 300 lbs. Don't hate the Anvil Brothers Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

You were given the opportunity to visit with Bill, (et.,al.) to address your concerns. Did you accept the invitation since this time? Look, Brother. We all know where you jump and its relation to Lodi. But, you should at least take the time to go visit and discuss the issue and its resolution. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

That's going to be true of just about any DZ. If you gave 100 skydivers a shiney new corvette; there would be mixed reviews. Even one of the busiest/best DZ's on the planet (Eloy) has a couple of "thumbs down" reviews. So, yes, it's that simple. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Read the Reviews Pick one Head there Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Even after the storms... they were a part of it. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Thanks, Scott. I'll check it out. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

You know, its about this time of year that I get to missing Quincy. It wasn't just about the awesome L/O's who worked with everyone from all skillsets... But, it was also about seeing everyone once a year at the family reunion, not only from the US, but from overseas also. Now, I go to different quadrants of the US and have seen people, but not everyone at the same time. I miss the camaraderie, the staying in touch here on dz.com with everyone thru the year after Quincy and the increased enthusiasm each year for about a three months before with the count downs. I miss spending all my money on dealer row that carried me from one year to the next. But most of all I miss the sunset, no suit, no stress, anvil dives followed with too much alcohol and war stories with the early morning first loads. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Scott, I assume our post means a tacit endorsement of use? I've tried a couple of those visor mounts to no avail... People just keep saying, "what?" too much. They can hear the A/C and other external air-whoosh even with the A/C off and then I'm cooking. The Blue Ant would be my third purchase attempt of which all were in the same price range. Keith Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Put a wedding band on it; it'll stop putting out. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Man o' Man. That is really sad news. Many nights sitting around the RV sipping some Forty Creek and telling old fart stories. Damn, this really just saddens me. Rest in Peace, Gary. I'm really gonna miss ya, man. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

He saw the caller ID and ignored it. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

OK. He said to tell you he's a little busy organizing a protest in Arizona, but he'll look into it, pronto. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Hold on while I get Al Sharpton on the phone. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

We "generally" had 3-5 S/L jumps under the USPA umbrella. Please note that back in the day, the main ripcord was mounted on the chest so there wasn't much missing the DRCP's coupled with a time when a majority of new skydivers were former/current Airborne and had similar gear and just needed to unlearn the military tuck and "new to us" hang & arch. The S/L's under the USPA counted towards the number of jumps towards the then coveted USPA Gold Wings, however, the military jumps did not because they violated the BSR's lesser altitude minimums and in no case did they count towards the 12 Hour Freefall badge. We lived with it. It was a USPA rule and as such and in joining accepted the ruling. Personally, I think we're becoming too wrapped up in the granularity of commingling military S/L jumps and skydiving. There is honor in both arenas. No one can take my military S/L experience from me and I'm proud to differentiate between my military S/L jumps and freefall skydives with discussions like, "I've got "X" number of military jumps, "Y" number of skydives and "Z" total jumps when talking with those in the sport; but when chasing poontang, just told the whuffo chicks I had "Z" number of jumps. As to logging military S/L jumps back in the day, some did and some didn't; however, in no case were they used either for the USPA Gold Wings (awards) or ratings. That was just the rule. But, that was also a time when an I/E scrubbed every jump logged during a ratings course or an S&TA scrubbed for awards. IMO; for the USPA, it should be about freefall, but I'm also somewhat disappointed that the USPA didn't do the name change to United States Skydiving Association a few years back when Chris purchased the name and there was some discussion about it which would have illuminated the differentiation. Please note the emphasis on Military "S/L" because there is also MFF and for those who went, believe their skydives should count for USPA ratings and certifications. In a time when one can (and have done) five hundred to a thousand skydives in a year, per year; I'm really not sure how much energy needs to be put into lacing a "usually" less than 100 military S/L's into the USPA rulings and what it will achieve. Especially now, during a time when military and skydiving gear are so vastly different than it was "back in the day." Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

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From the meeting minutes... Morning, Mark In review of the BoD meeting minutes, I'm not sure that the issue was ever ratified or implemented and appears contradictory. The awards section of the SIM is very definitive regarding the use of "freefall." And, while the bolded section states, "awards," it does not mention, "ratings." Nor, has the criteria for awards been changed regarding "Freefall." Please note that I've got quite a few military jumps and am not opposed to their use, but as to Freefall for USPA ratings and USPA "Freefall awards," there is a difference in the type of experience received from that of being an experienced expert military static-line jumper and that of an experienced expert freefall skydiver. For example, if one has 400 military static-line jumps and 100 skydives, one cannot achieve the criteria prerequisites for either AFF/I as defined by the SIM nor TI as defined by FAR Part 105.45, Tandem Manufacturer, or USPA TI rating. It's been about three years since I had a discussion with Jim Crouch about this subject and perhaps this question is best served by running it up the flagpole for a definitive ruling. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

In short, you can log them if you wish, however they do not apply to awards or certifications. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Or how to REALLY do a PLF for that "Oh shit" moment under an F111. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

First, let's clarify this point. It's not customization other than it is the same process as any other skydiver buying a new Harness/Container. You pick your reserve first, then your main... when you have the information on those two items; you then choose a rig manufacturer and get 'measured" for your Harness. Part of this process in measuring is to ensure you get a proper fit on the laterals. They will need to know the reserve and main canopies and their date of manufacture to properly size the container. Like Wendy's advice, your weight loading allows for you to have a considerable amount of choices in the used reserve & main arena. However, I'm fairly confident that "our" height will always lend us to having to buy a new H/C. In your case, my recommendation is a WingsExt. They are specifically designed for those taller and with longer torsos. On a final note, the larger skydivers should maintain a 08:1 wing-loading ratio on the reserve (fully geared up) so as to minimize injuries even in the most perfect of circumstances. They are seven-cell F111's and have a different sink rate than a ZP main. As a result, your glide ratio is significantly reduced (more down) and with a single stage flare; and a little too late flare could result in sprains and broken ankles/legs. I and the other "old-timers" grew up on F111 so we know how to fly them. These days many folks learn how to fly them on their first reserve deployment. Blues, Keith Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Sherry "Butcher" (AerOhio) is very much an active skydiver. Sherry Schrimsher is J. Schrimsher's Mom (SkyFest) and was very active in the USPA beginnings including numerous and selfless acts of assisting the USPA in the early years. She was married to Jerry Schrimsher - an accomplished skydiver, pilot and both were loved by all. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

"No" vote - on all counts. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.