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"What it comes down to is.... YMMV. OK Bytch I'll byte what's that mean?? Squeak ." Wayne, "your mileage may vary", basically Lisa is saying this is what works for her, your own personal setup may be different due a large number of factors. Consider line set material and type (eg CRW mods will add volume), slinks vs rapides, reserve size, AAD type, the size of d-bag. In fact anything that is inside the container has an effect to some degree. Also consider ease of packing, what may be unacceptably difficult to close for one person may be fine for someone else. -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

Now thats a nice looking site Levin. "Once you get to Spaceland you may never want to leave. Maybe not even to go home." When (or if) you do get home, you'll miss the place and all the good people terribly! -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

"and I doubt that they would make many changes between the PC105 and PC105E (except possibly PAL etc?) " I thought this frustrating issue died a couple of years ago, the 'E' does indeed stand for European models The EEC import tax is different for cameras which only record images, and cameras which are really VCRs with a lens attached. On many early model Euro cams (eg PC7E), the firewire (and analogue) inputs were disabled in the camera operating software. .The camera internals are the same worldwide, its the firmware, and CE markings (the only sure way of knowing whether you are buying a grey import) that are different. This meant a 10-15% saving on retail price. A couple of workarounds are available to activate the firewire 'in', most involve rewriting the camera operating software by using a 'widget' which is widely available and you just plug it into the LANC port. Some cameras cannot be in enabled, PC10E for example. Go here for further details..... http://www.datavision.co.uk/widgetlist.asp of commercial in enablers.....Not just Sony models either If you want to change your Sony camcorder from PAL to NTSC or vice versa, or configure true 16:9 aspect filming, for example, Google for an Israeli guy called "Arik Drori". He published the firmware updates a long time ago.... Be warned, in many cases rewriting your cam's operating software may void any warranty. If you are unsure about any of this, ask here, or PM me, I've in enabled a few cams in my time, with no complaints. Cutting a long story short many EEC cams did not give 'bi-directional' firewire, but its not the end of the world....we can fix it

"the new car is quickly making me forget about that rough ass ride on crappy Ohio roads." Your gonna love it when you start chucking it into the corners! Take care bro, this rice boiler kicks ass....... -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

"a frap hat offers the minimum of protection and a protec or bike hat offers the maximum" yeppers, try this, put on a frapp hat, go and bang your head against a wall really hard, now try the same exercise with a hard helmet, protec, bonehead, even a gath..... People will look at you strangely, but hey, its your head.

Legendary Caledonian vibes, once more headed across the pond to my far flung friends...... Heal soon Lew, keep the faith Cajones, look after the lady . -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

I think it was Heath Richardson that said,on the toughest part of of skydiving... "The toughest part is to achieve balance.....this stuff does strange things to people". Or words to that effect. Wisdom beyond his years.

"...in awe of the Caledonian Vibes from the islands...wherever they are... " You should be Gawain, Caledonian vibes are very powerful, rare, and sincere.....

"So, does that mean the vibes have a criminal intent? " You fools, Caledonia, Alba, and Scotland are the same place...... Either way Chris...I hope you got the long distance vibes.

"2004! WFFC 2004, be there! " Maybe next year.......(I said that last year) -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

"But my health and safety come first. " Fuckme....as if you haven't gone through the mill already! You got some top quality Caledonian Vibes headed your way......Ooooommmmm Keep the faith man.

Some day I'll have to show you the scars on my bank account. -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

I know how you feel Lisa. Jumps in year before Mininac arrived >400 Jumps in year after Mininac arrived

"This was gonna be a variation of the "Seven/Nine Cell Posse" threads, but I got carried away." Yo, Caledonian K-nail crew checking in! -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

Hey Jimmy, I think you have space for a teensie little extra camera on there..... Perhaps a small wafferrr monsieur.... -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

Horific Skreamer, we don't know how lucky we are sometimes.... -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

"[ flashes the seven-cell sign ]" Yo homie, Whassatt then? >Points right forefinger at ground, with thumb at right angle

"recording devices we normally associate with skydiving records," You need to think 'stunt' as opposed to 'record'. -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

Well played Bill.

7 cell clan fae Bonnie Scotland checking in here, spectre, and fury (fun crw puppy). -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

"dunno if this is acceptable under the bpa? ... anyone?" Section 6 of BPA ops manual (from the BPA website)... "4. INSTRUMENTS 4.1. Altimeters must be worn by all Student Parachutists (other than Tandem Student Parachutists), jumping Piggyback equipment. Also altimeters must be worn by parachutists carrying out planned delayed openings of 15 seconds or more, (other than Student Parachutists jumping Traditional equipment, on their first successful 15 second delay)." -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

Can't be arsed reading the article in depth, but where do hermaphrodites fit in? -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

"I think the missus and I are kinda planning going in 2 years..." I see a cunning plan forming. -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson

Hey Rem...Had some relative work to do in Orkney and Caithness.Bummer Quality party time, and vintage Highland Park are no substitute for the Jet...... Maybe next year...

"BB does rock and if you like Jazz..." And if you like BB, check out Buddy Guy, his last two albums were stonkin'....'Damn right I've got the Blues' and 'Feels like rain'. Very reminiscent of the master. -------------------- He who receives an idea from me, receives instruction himself without lessening mine; as he who lights his taper at mine, receives light without darkening me. Thomas Jefferson