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  1. birdynamnam
    Big step: I have studied both suits and I can see as many changes from the common ancestor on the S3S, as on the V1. The list of changes is big on both and they both fly great. So, what is the big deal here, 980? Smaller step: If you look at the V2, it looks just like the V1 to my eyes, as the S6 look like the S3S. But there are subtle changes on the V2, I know. We are still a bit confused about the S3S to S6, but someone might shed light on that. So evolution can come in small steps. It's fine. I.e. Loic's suits have been evolving in many small steps along the way, without him advertising it a bit. I guess all this fuss about the BirdMan suits is due to the confusing naming. Yeah, and so what? What is the big deal, really? As long as the makers push the technology, in a competitive way, so that we all can benefit from still better wingsuits. Competition is a good thing.
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    Thank you all for the answers so far. Very helpful.
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    yes the basic position is exactly like you describe and thats pretty much tuned in, its easy, but my Q's was specifically (1) the small movements in formation and (2) performance flying. thanks for bringing this to Nate though
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    I have a brand new one and have a few Q's to you guys that are experienced flying monowing wingsuits: (1) The small movements when in formation: I easily fly myself to a slot as usual. Once there when I try to move in for tight flying, flying ever so gently, I tend to oversteer and have to counter, thereby wobeling around. In general I am flying with full wing (all open), using my body, arch, de-arch, and for turning I look and tilt my upperbody. Give me some hints monowing guys. Or is is just continuing to practice (2) Performance flying: Flying for distance or time, how should body position differ, if any diff, from the recommended tri-wing position - as described in the excellent "performance flying" document from Phoenix-Fly: http://www.phoenix-fly.com/articles.htm?
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    That is what I expected, a very small difference S3S - S6. So the really big evolution was from S3 to S3S. Btw the cutt handles on my S3S are excatly like the ones on the S6. So that small evolution happend during the S3S lifespan
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    yes and many other changes, made from new material (like sail material, stiff, noisy when you walk), airlock in legwing and more.
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    have you looked at my attached pic: look at the zippers
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    Well its brand new and I only have about 5 jumps in it, so.. Performance wise I think it is similar to S3 class suits. I hit the same vertical speeds as in my S3S (45mph). It's very different to fly: It is much easier to fly straight out the door. It is so smooth, you will smile if you try it. Currently though I am flying a bit wobly when flying close to someone , but I will eventually learn it.
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    Hans, stop eating those mushrooms
  10. birdynamnam
    they are moved from the "side" of your legs, a small bit towards the front - so if you are not that flexible, they are easier to reach
  11. birdynamnam
    yes there is one extra rib, so stance is much wider as a result. It's almost as wide as my S-Fly Expert, but that's a monowing suit and those suits have a very wide leg wing. Sorry, can't detail anymore than that. edited to add a pic of my two good friends
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    Yes it IS a bit confusing. I can explain the changes from S3 to S3S, as I did this upgrade recently. Changes are many, its a totally different suit and it feels very different in flight: - mylar in all wing ribs - bigger arm wings with new profile - bigger deflectors on arm wings - Wider leg wing - Neopren material in the back - High color (warmer at wintertime) - velcroless cutt handles - leg zippers different (easier to open) - bigger rear deflector Now other people can explain the changes from S3S to S6 (I don't know either)
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    Why don't you ask the maker of the suit ? (email: jari@bird-man.com)
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    ditto, but one do have to be very carefully - that makes all the difference. I think the mylar is pretty strong yet flexible. It is more likely the stitches mylar to nylon that may cause problems. actually we where 70+ on those loads. We had to sit angled at 45 degrees very TIGHT.
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    I actually have flown the R and liked it a'lot, but I have not tried the plain model. I was just curious if anybody did try both and could describe the difference felt in the air. That is what I think the guy wants to know. People who haven't any experience with both the Firebird versions, they might have an opinion for sure, but it is perhaps not really that helpful. I came from the S3 to my current S3S and the difference was big - to the positive side , not only the first few sec's out the door as some suggest. I agree regarding the stashing/packing, that sucks, but thats the way it is. edited to add: I think the "flight experience" comparison between the Firebird vs Firebird R is really interesting, as the mylar inserts is the single difference between the suits. The S3S was a major upgrade to the S3, and the inserts was just one of many changes
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    Since you are giving advice here, I guess you have tried both? Maybe you could elaborate a little on how they fly and the things you personally noticed?
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    sooorry
  18. birdynamnam
    Hey Mike , look at this video: http://www.wingsuit.dk/videos/Stupino2006.wmv
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    What upsets me is this constant argument from narrow minded pilots... "no, no... my suit is better than yours because i can totally out fly your mother..." Yes that is so f...... annoying!
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    9: Frits Jensen 16: Brian Hansen 53: Hanne Soerensen
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    big bigger ?
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    Many thanks to all that took part in organizing the Stupino boogie. The best boogie I have attended ever
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    once again... the mighty MI-26
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