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In the case of the Air Force security policeman I spoke of, the last the he needed to worry about was the value of the weapon- Even though we were at peace at the time and something like the WTC was something you could only read about in a Tom Clancy novel--- Well, you can guess the rest-- Blues--- ---D

Brings an interesting event to mind- While in the Air Force, working on F-4's on a "secure" flightline, we were delighted to come across one of our Security Policemen asleep in his truck, windows wide open, and his M-16 lying across the back of the seat - So, we did what good airmen should do- We confiscated his weapon and turned it in to his watch commander - All while the poor cop was sound asleep - I think we all know that sleeping on duty is a big no-no for a military person, and a REAL big mistake for a military cop to get busted snoozing - Add losing your weapon to the list- Last I heard he was "releived from duty" - I think that was a really polite way of saying he was into some TALL trouble--

Dump a bunch of really heavy oil in the crankcase and hope whatever dealer you take it to doesn't immediatly realize what it is - Get whatever you can for it- Helpful hint - Dealers can give more for trade against a used car vs. new car, and right now there is a glut of used cars thanks to the 0% financing blitz - You should be able to get a smokin' deal- Let us know how you make out! Blue ones- ---D

I'd also have to say sex- Strange but true- I think I heard somewhere that skydiving causes the brain to release alot of the same chemicals that it does during sex, too- Anybody have more info on that?

I'm currently jumping a 7-cell, 150' Spectre - I like it, buy haven't jumped much else to speak of, so I'm limited-

Really basic question- What are the basic differences between 7 and 9 cell canopies - (Other than one has 7 cell and the other has 9--) as far has handling and other characteristics? It just occured to me I haven't come across much information addressing this directly- Probably right under my nose -- Thanks in advance, folks!!! --D

I own a Pro-Dytter, and will be adding a Pro-Track in the future- After overwhelming reviews in favor of the Pro-Track, and I don't think anyone at my home DZ will even consider a Skytronics, it seems like a no-brainer here- Blues! ---D

I just buy a case once a month and bring it to the club meeting- Even if I didn't have a "first"-

Know what they say- What doesn't kill us makes us stronger- Sounds like we've all had a hell of a workout at one point in our lives or another! We must be a bunch of tough MF's!!! Blue ones everyone! ---D

1:2:0 Did one nice one - one jump to kind of warm up then on a seven way, the exit funneled and I went low, and just couldn't seem to pop back up in time to dock with base before 4500' - During debrief it was revealed to me what I suspected all along- I could really use a different jumpsuit - I was hoping it was my skills (which it is to large degree-) But the suit is a major factor, also- So here I am, wishing I could buy a brand-new jumpsuit, and right now it's all I can do to come up with money for jumps - DAMN!! (musing to self-) Maybe if I sew handles to my freefly suit? Hope everyone had some cool blue ones! ---D

Hang in there, bro- Keep thinking good vibes and we'll keep sending 'em your way! As always--Blue ones! --D

I'm set at 4500, 3500, and 2000 - If I don't have anything at all out when the 2000 wail starts I'm going straight to the reserve, I also have a Spectre that loves to snivel.

Yeah I can dig it! -We plan on moving South at retirement time- I plan on making it convient to a DZ, in a desert location- No grass to mow, no snow to shovel- -I never locked my truck until I started keeping my rig behind the seat- (Extended cabs are handy-) -Haven't considered dumping my 401(k) --- yet-! - I have several guns I rarely if ever use- I suppose I could get rid of them- I don't hunt anymore so---

One of my whuffo co-workers asked (she is our company safety rep-) what the most important piece of safety equipment we skydivers use - I told her our brains and our training - I'd like to think I wasn't off track on that- (at least not too far- ) --D

-Making sure I get the house chores done during the week so I don't have that stopping me on the weekend- -getting really cheap haircuts so I have more $$ for jumps- -Today I'm at work sorting through all my scrap stainless steel (which I just discovered sells for fiftten cents a pound, and accumulates rather quickly-) scrap brass, etc. to go on my account - -I will pack for jumps- -I may be in the market for a new woman- -- "My wife says if I don't quit jumping she'll leave me- How's the spot look to you?" -Can't take on a part-time job 'cuz it'll interfere with jumping-(Working OT is enough challenge-) -No one at work asks what my weekend plans are- they already know- -No one asks what I did over the weekend - they already know- Ain't this such a wonderful sport!! --D

I personally beleive in AAD's - I also beleive in other's choices- I ride without a helmet, but wear a seatbelt in the truck. If some one wants to jump w/o an AAD it's thier choice, this is a free country. Same for hook knives, audibles, and RSL's. But I don't take anything for granted and nothing is foolproof - ever. .02 worth of MHO- -D

I was told that once you take that first jump, you are a skydiver- albeit not very experienced, but a skydiver nonetheless- Expensive? Depends on your perspective - I have met people who easily drop 300 bones and much much more just going out on the town- Equipment is a significant investment - But look at the guy who spends 10-15 grand on a bass fishing boat, plus fees to put it in the water, beer, bait, etc. He probably spends just as much on a day or weekend of fishing as an "average" skydiver does jumping. It's all your perspective-- Sell my Harley? I'd think not, it's by far my favorite way to get to the DZ! Besides- I've got a lot more to sell before I'd have to sell it- Just MHO- For what it's worth - -D

Suggest he take a trip to the Air Force museum at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base - They have a nice little display there of Col. Kittenger's record-setting little jump- I've seen it myself! Lots of other really cool stuff there too- And I'm just a slow-poke- I've only been up to 154 myself in a track-

I lucked out that way in that I've been a really big football fan- Or a big fan of any major sport really - Until I discovered skydiving- Man - This sport has been so addicting- It wouldn't surprise me if my wife leaves me-- Good thing is it'll leave more time to jump! Man I am so evil--

-people are unwilling to talk to me now that, each conversation ends up connecting to SKYDIVING I'm glad I'm not the only one with that problem!

No your probably not insane, just have a severe addiction to blue skies and andrenaline - For instance, I have- -Told my boss I was going to "recycle" a bunch of old motors we had sitting around and had no use for - I sold them on ebay to help pay for my new rig- -I scrounge every bit of scrap copper, brass and stainless steel I can to help pay for jumps- - Told my wife I was going up to the DZ to help pack while a bunch of folks practiced speed-stars - In reality I participated in my first three speed stars! (But I really did go up there to pack!) -Whenever I tell my boss I need to cut out a little early he always assumes it's to go jump- (and is usually right-) -People know that if they ask me what I did over the weekend they know what the answer will be-- (duh!) -Whenever I get ANY extra cash in my hands it goes on my account- - Work overtime whenever I can, but only if the weather sucks, to pay for jumps- -I've even considered selling my bike, but stopped short of that - Nothing beats a ride to the DZ on a warm sunny day, other that the jumping! -I know several folks who live at the DZ on weekends! (I would be too if I were single!) SO - You're not alone! Blue ones! -D

Hey all- Mid week numbers? 0:3:1 Not typical for me - I got in three quick jumps Tuesday - went right to the DZ after work not expecting to jump at all and went almost straight to plane from the truck- What a great way to wind down after a shitty day at work! The dive went great - (8-way not-too-speedy-star) and everyone was all smiles, whoops and hollers- Absolutely fantastic - GOD how I love this sport! Two more somewhat funneled attemps (I need to work on swooping-) and my first crack at speed stars- Cheers!

Man, that's just not right!

Cool - Will give it a try! Thanks, man! Blue ones- -D

Mine sits just in front of my ear - I have no problem hearing it, and my hearing is a little weaker on that side- I haven't had a problem as of yet with it falling out of the pocket, but am aware there can be one- One of these days I'll devise a velcro thingy to hold it on place-