BIGUN
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Join the military, go to Iraq and get 50% off from Mirage or Wings.... Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Like you said, you already know my argument. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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No. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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I'm fairly confident that this is about the only bipartisan issue. Until we take money out of politics, or cap it, or change it, or something, this has and always will be the case. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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I'll bet you money, you won't be able to outtrack me. Game on? Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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I think we've already had this discussion and left it at agreeing to disagree. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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When tracking, no need to look for any one somebody. Track flat and far and ensure your airspace is clear left, right, front and below. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Tandem Cypres had to be shipped to the manufacturer after being outside the parameters during its four year check... but I don't need no tandems to skydive!! Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Poster is cool. Would be cooler if I was in it Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Yeah, I was a bit disappointed. I'm more of an ass man. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Sorry, but there are always going to be friggin snivelrs. When you put on the pickle suit you take an oath. You know that prior to putting up your hand and taking that oath. It's an all-volunteer army. It's been that way since about 1973. If you cannot do the job, then don't raise your hand. You don't have to agree, disagree or even undertstand. There are so many men and women doing an outstanding job over there. Reading the snivels of a few who would place more energy with their fingers to keyboard to write Mr. Moore are probably ones I wouldn't have wanted to serve with anyway. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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I watched the program. Sure, there was the initial "How cheesey" and so he's going to solo with a Strong Tandem? Me thinks not and especially with the chest strap undone. But, I'm with Sid. It aired last night, that bell can't be unrung, you might as well pass it on to the whuffos who approach you about it as.... it was just television. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Smells like a bit of troll, ehh lad? Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Suggest you wear a knife if you don't already. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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You may already be at the DZ, but I have a suggestion. Why not ask your instructors if you can do a "Level X" dive. Basically, no flips, turns, or tricks. Just get out cleanly, do a PRCP and enjoy the freedom until pull time. There's nothing that says the AFF program is an off-the-shelf program for everyone. It's a guideline of what can be done, not what has to be done. You "can" get your "A" license in 25 dives, but there's ntohing that says you can't get it at 30, 40 or 50 jumps. What's important is to take your time, enjoy the air, relax and have fun with it. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Categories G-H Generic portions of the FJC (anything but dive flow). Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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You "may" get some flak about this (and I may also), but at 267, your major criteria is your reserve. TallGuy entered the sport at 6'9" and 265. His gear shop recommended a Mirage Container, PD 253 and Sabre (or Safire) 230 once he finished student status. You could get by with any of the following suggestions, depending on your S&TA and DZO's approval (or experience with Anvils) (no order of preference implied). H/C Wings Mirage Vector Javelin Dolphin MAIN Falcon 300 in F111 PD Navigator 280 Sabre 230 (here's where I get beat on) Safire 230 (ouch again) RESERVES PD 253 Precison Aerodynamics - RavenMax (r-max) 248 Don't let your weight concern you. Your not as big as some of the guys who have accomplished their goal. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Miguel, Your direction appears to be a solid path. The 280 will be good for the first year or 1-200 jumps while you work on your landings. The 280 will appear more "speedy" than the 370 you used in MFF, but you will get used to it quickly. I don't see any reason why you couldn't get the 260 now since you will be losing weight quickly and even at your current exit weight would be loading it 1:1. I would also encourage you to review BillVon's downsizing checklist located on this site in safety http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/safety/detail_page.cgi?ID=47 I'm going to ask SkyMonkeyOne to jump in on this thread since you have MFF background and ask for his thoughts on the issue. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Well then take control. When ya lie down on the table, grab the doctor by the testicles and say, "Now, we're not going to hurt each other, are we?" Sorry, bro... hadda do it. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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"Snivelling at 4000 Feet": A Friend's First Jump Essay
BIGUN replied to craichead's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
A great read. She is a talented writer. She captured two instances of truth. One was that skydivers "turn off" the outside world when they cross the front gate of the DZ. We don't care what one does for a living, how much they are worth or wherever else one may stand on the socio-economic ladder. We are all equally fascinated with a single object called skydiving and that's all that matters - today. The other was; we all understand that it's not for everyone and everyone has their own reason for doing it or not doing it and as a group respect that. We also respect her for having tried it before candidly deciding it wasn't for her, rather than the the reasons for not doing it before tried. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. -
There is a large number of "Anvil Brothers" who've been in your shoes. All of us are willing to help. Please give us some more information regarding your height and weight and we can help you to move forward. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Creamy or chunky? Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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It sounds like someone has mixed you up a bit. The tandems do count towards your "A" license. Look at it like this; you've got twenty-five dives to get your "A" license as you move through the categories of skydiving (Categories A-H) - not levels. Now that you've been corn-fused, I would encourage you to talk with the instructional staff at your DZ to clarify which category you will be inserted in after ground school. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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I came back from Desert Storm and just had a feeling. Something about me was different. After 15 years, I just felt like it was time to take a new direction. Finished college, went to grad school, started skydiving again. For me, it was easy. I actually transitioned to the reserves for four years prior to a full exodus. So I had a toe stuck in both ponds for awhile, so I think that helped. I think one reaches a point where the past is the past and should remain that way. Trying to bring the past into the present is a step backwards. Short answer: No. Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.
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Hold that thought. All of them. See thought #1 Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard.