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  1. damion75
    Gee Mikkey.. I would have thought you would know what you are talking about before making such an untrue statement. http://msnbc.msn.com/id/4667742/ Quote from the article: Sunni Muslim insurgents and Shiite Muslims loyal to a militant cleric challenged U.S.-led forces on two fronts Tuesday, mounting battles across four southern Iraqi cities and taking on U.S. Marines in Fallujah, where several columns backed by tanks met heavy fire as they tried to move in. Actually Mikkey is right - the Shi'a are the only ones involved in an uprising. The Sunni situation has arisen because of the attack on 4 x civilian security guys in Fallujah. The current violence is the US reprisal for that. The Sunni have not risen up as such. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    There is a way we can 'win' - we just need to finish training the Iraqi Security Forces, set up the government and pull out. That's all we came to do. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Hi Spencer, The answer is yes, but to a limited degree. As Nethers is also the Joint Service Parachute Centre there are often military freefall courses being run which conflict with normal jumping during the week. It really depends on how many people turn up and if that is enough to get the plane turning and burning... I would only really recommend heading down there on Wednesday and Friday afternoons as these are your best bet. Also worth checking the website for the occasional APA FS skills camp: www.netheravon.com (hope that worked - potentially my first clicky! BEER!! Frank. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    I seem to remember reading that the Wings container was intentionally designed to contain a bigger reserve than main? Can anyone confirm / deny this? It is only a vague memory and I could be wrong. Of course I am a really bad example since my Wings has the exact same setup as the thread title! *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    At Netheravon it has been mandatory to have an AAD for anyone with less than 200 jumps (or is it a C licence? more or less same difference) for some time. Since the only reason I can see to not have an AAD fitted (whether switched on or off) is financial, this ruling forces new jumpers who are more likely to make a bad decision about whether or not to get an AAD based on money rather than safety to make the right choice. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    I am offended that you don't think that orange and yellow would look good...! Seriously though, if looking cool is that important then get a bank loan and get some gear which works well and looks good. If your suit doesnt fit properly then you are making RW much harder for yourself with booties which might not work and possible fall rate control issues... Frank. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Exactly my point of view 8 months ago. Now I have gathered a little more spare cash and I have bought a collapsible PC - it can always be added on now! Does it make any difference? I dont know yet! (Spectre 170...) *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Required in the UK after A licence, but I would anyway - why not? One on my jumpsuit leg (jackknife) and one on my legstrap (small hook knife) Only reason for two is in case I fumble. Lost one once though as it got ripped off my leg on a tight exit. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    With that level of preparation I am sure that you will shock and impress your instructor! That said, a lot of people (myself included) fluff at least one level of AFF. It can be very disheartening - my only advice is that if this happens keep your chin up and use it as a learning experience. Remember, we have (almost) all done it. Keep going!! Of course you will now probably fly through... *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Hi! *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Like a bad smell Monday PLFs on my head But bonfire enflames *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Second that - although there doesnt seem to be much point to Post Whoring any more... Zeemax will be gutted!! *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    SANGIRO

    damion75 replied to flygirl03's topic in The Bonfire

    Cheers Dude - its good, very good! ITS AAAAAAALLLLLL GOOD! *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Hi Lucy Jump at Nethers, but not until July when I get back from Iraq! *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    You forgot the 3 other posters who all jump in to show how clever they are by making the URL 'clicky'!
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    My first ever jump (static line) three years before I learned to jump properly. We just got to jump as a storm front was coming in and under canopy I had the best view if this enormous storm cloud approaching, shadowed with purple and orange highlights from the sunset. There were also some tiny snow flurries which caught the sunlight too and shone like little beams of light. I fluffed the landing but I was still smiling. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    **200 Jump thoughts** I am surprised that this has not been discussed more. I find on the DZ that since the seriously high performance canopies have become more popular that people are taking canopies like to Stiletto less seriously - I have been guilty of thinking 'well maybe' myself. Then the brain fart passes and I realise that just because there are more dangerous canopies available now, the Stilletto has not got any less dangerous for someone of my experience. But it appears that some people think it has... Just my thoughts, take it or leave it. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    I am not in a position to do any of that yet but as soon as I can... I'll do anything except pack!! Plan to learn to throw SL students out next February which has got to be pretty dull... but its all jumps! Frank. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Sorry, you're too late - everyone has gone home... Best go to the pub... *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Dude, there are so many one liners on this site in the forums... I am sure that people would not mind you using them - as long as you PM them! *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Netheravon jumper here - there are a few more nethers types on here - Vt1977 and Gremlin to name two. We rock! Havent checked your profile - where do you jump? Frank. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Dont worry too much lass - its not that bad over here (assuming he is coming to join us in Iraq)
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    USELESS INFO

    damion75 replied to Yoshi's topic in The Bonfire

    The word trivia comes from the latin 'tri via' literally 'three roads'. This was the name of a junction in Rome near the main market where the women would meet up after their shopping to swap gossip. Women? Gossiping and talking b%ll*@s? Thank god that died out with the Romans... *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Dude - welcome to the forums, my only link with the skydiving world. They rock and help me stay sane. I am in Baghdad at the moment and I know EXACTLY how you feel...! You will be amazed how much you will find out about the sport on here - techniques, equipment, safety etc. And all the time in the world to absorb it over the next few months... Frank. *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.
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    Dogs Rock! Make sure you let us know that you have suceeded! Cant leave us hanging... *************** Not one shred of evidence supports the theory that life is serious - look at the platypus.