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No, I don't believe that is accurate. To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Curious, is it brand new or second hand? If it's second hand do you know how many jumps it has on that lineset? Graffico is right though - just about anything can (and probably will) slam you at some point. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Great job everyone (and Kat...way to go!). Hope you all have a great, safe season! Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

One on my wrist and one in my helmet. Love 'em. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Mindblowing. They'll be in Atlanta soon - of course that's the same damn weekend I'll be out of town. Otherwise I'd have gone to watch them. Oh well - impressive though....most impressive. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Sorry boys and girls but a 7hr drive for these conditions just isn't worth it. Doubt we'll be there unless something dramatic changes. To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

You mean besides Tom Hayden But seriously, nope. Sure there are people that are better 'received' than others, but I can't think of one person at our dz, or any dz I've called home that I would feel weird about leaving our stuff around. I think for the most part, most DZ's are good. There are going to be bad apples everywhere and my guess is that boogies seem to attract them (good pickings maybe?). Anyway, if Robbie's reading this I'll let him know if someone's sporting a 'new laptop' but I wouldn't expect to see it here. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Get other suit. Search the forums you'll find there are far better alternatives. To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Dude, That shit's just fucked up. And what the hell is it with you and people stealing your shit???!!!??? Besides this, hope you all had fun at The Farm this weekend. Sounds like it was a blast. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Absolutely. Great guy. Great course. Great learning. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Sorry, maybe I can state it more clearly. 1) Yes there are immigrants, both legal and illegal , that are apathetic. 2) Per capita I'd venture a guess that comparing Americans vs immigrants (illegal or legal) the 'americans' (and I use that turn loosley) are far more apathetic. They're used to being handed everything or thinking that the world owes them a favor. Look around, it's a lot more pervasive than one might think. Those of us, both native and from abroad that feel passionately about this country are few and far between. For a while there I was in awe of the US after 9/11 - everyone, for the first time and in a way that I'd never seen before, pulled together. Now we're back to our good ol ways. Pity, for a brief moment there we got a glimpse of what we, as a country, could be. 3) No matter the background most people are leeches. They simply suck away at everything around them. Basically, the jist of my post was to the quote I think that's true of 70%+ of the people living in this country, regardless of origin or offical national status. And I think it's sad. Blues. Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

I know more foreigners who are interested in the way this country is run that actual Americans. Sorry, but I think your logic is seriously flawed and downright wrong. Personally I am always blown away by the general apathy of the average American. Hell people hardly even vote and I know more than a few who, when they do vote, vote for a party because they 'think they are ' without any research. Blues. Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

HA! I didn't squeal on you - Joe B knew right away when he saw my face that it had something to do with either you or I I just fessed up Stay safe! Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Ray, Remember the wake up calls in Colorado Good times! Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Course I figured you'd be there Mike - I assume Adrian is coming along too? To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

So Paul Rousouw, Katie and myself will be there next weekend. Who all's coming?

Katie and I were privileged to know Ricky during our time at Jumptown. Glad to see his memory lives on so strongly. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Oh I agree - but if people are going to think about it, they have to do so realistically. I doubt anyone would have any time to effectively communicate with the other person at this altitude. Additionally because no one knows how it could go it leaves 1 option (for me). Fly all the way to the ground, no matter what. Blues. Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

I agree. I LOVE my new Micron. But I'll also say that the Infinity is one of the most comfy rigs I've ever jumped - I just didn't like the thinner longer look. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

You wont even have 5 seconds under most sub 100 canopies which was the scenario I responded to. Really, there's nothing you can do to plan for it other than do everything you can to not be in that situation. Should you find yourself in that situation the best thing anyone can do is keep flying all the way to the ground dealing what whatever you can. Remember just cause people think they know what they'd do doesn't mean the other person involved in the incident will do what you expect them to or that they themselves will behave as expected. Edit: Even thinking about it now won't take away the WTF just happened time I'm talking about. It all happens so fast, it's a major surprise and at best (using your 5 second example) you have 3 remaining. That leaves time for only 1 thing. Fly yourself (and them) as much as you can - if at all. Blues. To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

If you get hit, or hit someone at 100 ft with our canopies I doubt you'd have time to even finish saying "Oh Shit". IMO what most people are forgetting here is to take into account 'wtf just happened' time. At 100 ft if you actually manage to figure out what is happening before you hit the ground you're doing well. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Most common issue is that the top flyer looks down at the foot dock - essentially stopping the forward movement. Keep your head up and fly to the slot - the rest will take care of itself

Chris, I'm all about supporting Justin and the other camera people. If they get a shot of anyone of my friends, or myself, that I like I'll definitely buy it. Personally I don't think 6.50 a pic is a bad price at all.

This should be funny.... The Redneck vs The Rooinek (Afrikaans slang for the British). My moneys on Lee if he's able to catch Travis's skinny ass To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer

Team Faceoff. Team Speed. Freestyle. Blues, Ian To the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer