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You may want to revisit that. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Had to go back and revisit my own statement for edification... Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Go ahead caller, I'm listening. You mean like when we used to do 4 ways out of a 182 @ 5K and turn points? Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

M1911 Schmidt Rubin 7.5x55 Swiss What a magnificently beautiful weapon. I'm too lazy to go take a pic and zip it thru. Mine has the original wooden charging handle (some have after an aftermarket metal fabricated piece) and the original leather sling. You and everyone else in WA have a great New Year. I'm bowing out for a couple of days. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

My discipline was Kun Tao. Not that unlike Krav Maga and make no mistake, you will get fucked up in training. Enjoy. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

This brings back some memories. Kinda on topic, but kinda not. Being trained in everything from "antique" carbines to .38 revolvers to nuclear weapons, I developed more of an interest in the "historical" weapons. I used to go to the guns shows and buy one one of each of these "types" of antique carbine rifles in chronological order until I had reached a point of having about 15 of them for display and the occasional shooting. Most became more of a historical display in the house than for shooting because of the varying types of rounds I had to keep in inventory (or even find) became more hassle than the joy and value I got from them as "pieces of history" and conversational pieces. The point of this is... I spent on average of $100-$150 for each piece, would buy some ammo and go shoot it, then hang it on the display wall (after a good cleaning, of course). If you're looking for a weapon to have to fire on a regular basis, your money might be vested better elsewhere. If it is the first in the series of "collectables;" then it is a good piece to buy as a starting point. Of my historical collection of antiques, one of my favorite pieces is not a gun, but a French M1874 Gras bayonet "STE ETIENNE - Juin 1878" with a wood handle and blue finish scabbard. In tracing its history, they were actually made in Argentina. Another one of my favorites is the British Enfield MkI .303 (which was very popular beginning with the first design in 1895 thru varying modifications and re-designations into the late 1960's). I was fortunate to pick up on a later 1960's version called the No. 4 Mk I that was shortened and converted to the 7.62x51mm and designated as the L42A1 (however, the troops simply referred to it as the "Jungle Carbine"). While the 7.65x51 is "technically" not the equivalent of the .308; a barrel chambered for the 7.65x51 will shoot a .308 just fine and it makes for a great deer rifle with a proper scope. (note: if memory serves and feel free to correct me, but a barrel chambered for the 7.62x51 can shoot a .308; but a barrel chambered for a .308 does fair as well with the 7.65x51 - it's been awhile). I'd go hunting with other guys and they take their $1,000.00 plus rifles with $500.00 scopes on them out of their cases and I'll take out the $200.00 Jungle Carbine with $100.00 scope... which always leads up to "What the hell are you going to shoot with that old piece of shit?!?!?!" Probably more than you wanted to know or give a shit about, but those "antique weapons" can be just as effective as the newest and latest polymer AUG or HK and they make for a great piece of history. Edit: Depending on which one you buy, the Mosin-Nagant has a history dating back to ~1890 Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

"There's a full moon tonight.'" Isn't the moon always full? Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

IMO, that's because most people's goals statement have a start date, but no end goal. Rather than have a goals' statement with an accomplishments end date. Technically, when one says, "I'm going to quit smoking at the first of the year" and does it - even if its only for 30 days, they succeeded at their goal. "I'm going to quit smoking at the first of the year." is much different than; "By the end of next year, I will have been smoke free for 12 months." "I'm going to lose weight next year." is much different than; "By the end of March, I will have lost 40 lbs. and kept it off until Christmas." "I'm going to start college next year." is much different than; "I'm going to start college in the Spring and have a degree in 'X' in three years." It's about vision and discipline. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Tuna-Salad Barbie. And, she wants to play dress up. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Sorry, but I'm just not sure how to explain it further. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

You'll notice it says, "In sport." The implied letter being as in maintaining currency as defined by the USPA or FAI equivelant. I believe there was a time long long ago in a land far far away when all Instructor ratings required 3 years in the sport. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

How exactly DO you decide on reserve make/sizing? Should it be about the same size as your main or larger? I really have no idea and I'm glad you mentioned this. Thanks to all who replied. I know I'm asking this question WAY too early. I intend to jump student/rental equipment for a good while so I'll try to jump as many different canopies as possible. Thanks again! Disclaimer: You should always listen to the advice of YOUR Instructors and local Riggers. My "recommendation or advice" as an Instructor was, 1) to not exceed .8:1 W/L, 2) in full winter gear and, 3) to take into account the highest elevation you "might" jump for your reserve. 2 & 3 "may" be a consideration; maybe not. Performance Designs Reserve Sizing Chart Aerodyne's Reserve Sizing Chart Precision's r-Max Sizing Chart - on the order form button (.pdf) Bedtime Story: I'm a little larger than the average skydiver and jump a 249 Dash M Reserve with a max weight of 277# for the category of "Advanced." We used to have a Freeflier (Brad) who was about 5'8" and 180ish lbs. One day (noticing the size of his reserve pack tray), I asked him what size reserve he had - which was exactly the same as mine. So, I asked him, why did he get a reserve so large for his size... His response, "There's only one thing more beautiful than large perky tits and that's too much reserve." --OK OK, a lot larger than the average skydiver. -- Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

My question would be; is this really about the increase in CCW/P or is it about the reduction in the ratio of police officers per capita across the nation (X per 10,000 people in 2007 vs. Y per 10,000 in 2008)? There might just be fewer targets. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

I'd recommend you gather information on reserve sizing first. You're not jumping your main; you're jumping the reserve. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

That would HAVE to be the two IE guys. EDIT: and they'd prefer it if you threw that manual away anyway... Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

A suggestion... If you go down to the bottom of KTLA's website, there is a "Terms of Service" hyperlink. A little more than halfway down is the phone number and email address of their Copyright Agent. While meandering; one might look at the second paragraph at the top of the page regarding their "Copyright" Clause to compare/consider it to the existing DZ, Base, Rock, etc. .com's "Terms of Use." Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Baggage with a declared weapon in it is "supposed" to get a unique identifier on the luggage bar code. You declare and check the weapon and on the other side it's missing and you report it; I'm thinking there's going to be a whole lot of bells and whistles going off from Point Z to Point A. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

H.R.218 and S.2480 authorizes state and local law enforcement officers and honorably retired federal, state and local law enforcement officers to carry concealed firearms in any state and across state lines. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

No problems here, Dave. Pre-declare if you can (while making your reservations). Just have to have the ammo out of the magazines and in a hard case. You'll have to declare and fill out the paperwork. They'll check the weapon and have you put it in the weapon case and lock it in front of them. They'll have you place the locked weapon's case in your hard-sided to-be-checked case in front of them and lock it, then take it from you and put it on the luggage belt. Note: I usually only fly Continental so I cannot speak to the other airlines, but assume its somewhat of the same procedure. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

From the Oklahoma skydivers; our condolences to Brooke's family and friends. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

I did. Thanks. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

About 8 years ago, I had to make a business trip to Colorado Springs and only about 1/2 of what you're at in altitude. Being a lowlander, just walking up the one flight of stairs, I felt like I had run a marathon. Light-headed, the whole bit. I'm lying on my bed and just feel uncomfortable and thinking I must be coming down with something. Finally, the light bulb goes off and I call downstairs, "I'm sorry to bother you, but what elevation are we at here?" "About 7,000' Yup, Got it. Lotsa water time. In the middle of the night, I hear ambulances, lifeflight, etc. lotsa excitement. Go downstairs to see what's all the ruckus (fire?). Little 4 year old boy is being life-flighted down to a lower elevation quickly. His little body just couldn't handle it. Took me about three days of yuckly feeling thru the meetings to even start to feel normal... About the time, that its time for me to leave. The interesting thing, is when I get home, I feel like friggin superman. Go for a jog and its the first jog in awhile where I didn't have to slow my pace or walk for a bit. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Anyone read the first and only comment at the end of the article, "im so glad this story has such a happy ending its amazing what doctors can do today too bad they cant cure stupity." Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.

Peace. Out. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.