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I believe this is it. Danielcroft: See Post #70 "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

I've found PDF Redirect very useful. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

MST3K rocks "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

I guess you missed it, Sparky. It was a joke, referring to your being 'schooled' on forum etiquette. It's depressing to have to explain it. (OP sez to Sparky:) Please keep the thread on topic, which is what to do when low ------------------------------------------------------------ (Nova sez:) That'll learn you, Sparky! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

That'll learn you, Sparky! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

I don't agree. If the jumper is aware of jump run and can track away perpendicular thereto - maybe. But if he's that heads-up, he probably won't find himself down and out in the first place. IMO it's better to hold a position outside the column of the formation until breakoff altitude and then, breakoff as planned. This helps avoid encounters with previous or subsequent groups. Again - part of the dirt dive should be working out what to do if someone goes low/out/whatever. .02 N "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Pull altitudes should be agreed upon before the jump. If you go so low that you're not getting back, remain where you are, outside of the formation's column, until breakoff altitude. Breakoff as you normally would and pull where you are expected to. ETA: This should all be part of pre-jump planning. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Hello, Ferdy. Why do you take the time to post more of the same and ignore the elephant in the room? Furthermore, if you have photos of the parachute, post them. Paraman posted photos of what he received without delay or obfuscation. Is this nonsense? Maybe to you, but I'm thinking it's not so for the guy who is out the money which you enjoyed receiving. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Does this mean Julia and the gun are sleeping in separate quarters?? "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

+1 Although I might experiment with waterproofing the ink at my next refill. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

I'm bustin' yer ....ah...well, you get it, right? I'm enjoying reading the stories. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Chile. It's being discussed here. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Sorry, man, but it's boring. The first story is about a woman in a towel who's waiting for you and eager for you to come in . . . and all you do is eat ice cream and try to sell her an alarm? Where's the T&A? Where's the 3-way with the landlord/boyfriend? There's pot in the story - but it sits undisturbed in the background. Why mention it? Ever hear of Chekov's gun? Fuck the girl, smoke the pot, rob the boyfriend AND get the sale. That would be impressive. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Should a rigger re-tack the closing loop tape ends on each repack? How much play is too much? If the loop is in good condition and the correct length, a little wiggle is OK with me; any 'real' movement is not OK. Other riggers may judge differently. We can all agree, however, the exposed PC is subject to a lot of punishment from the pilot and therefore should be scrutinized at each repack. On this particular rig, I would have re-tacked the top closing loop anyway, but it was so far off center that the play in the mounting tape was irrelevent. That's my gripe, I suppose. By turning in the seat, sliding around, whatever, the pilot is going to put pressures on the closing loops. So I'm expecting to find a small repair needed. But tacking the mounting tape so far from where it should be and causing the PC to become damaged? That's poor rigging and it's here that the "looks good enough" method of rigging might be seen - except I find it hard to believe in this case that it did look good enough. I think it was "well, it's closed so I'm done" rigging. That's bullshit rigging in my book. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Playing Devil's Ad is fine - no worries. Attached is a drawing of the cap. The green arrow is where the closing loop was tacked when it came into my loft. The red arrow is where it should have been and to where I moved it. The closing loop was WAY out of place. The purple line shows how the cap was separated into two disproportionate areas. That's not as you said, poorly assembled, which I take to mean weak tacking that loosens. That's poor rigging and the rig is not airworthy. Shit happens, etc., but a five minute fix or proper assembly by a previous rigger (*the* previous rigger?) could have prevented this. Remember Sgt. Esterhaus. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

That's the story and he's sticking to it. This should never have left that loft. That's all I'm sayin'. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

When you have more jumps and are looking for your first custom rig, the brand will be more important. The biggest difference between the rigs you're wanting to choose between is appearance. I think you're going about this the wrong way. I understand wanting to get just what you want, but the fact is you're probably going to have to settle for the best used rig for your needs. What you should look for is a container suitable to the size parachutes you will use and a harness that fits. If you're wanting to decide which rig is "best", use the search feature. It's the age-old "Opinions And Assholes" thing and it's been discussed many times before. So decide what is important to you in terms of features, size and appearance. If cost is important, use that as a factor as well. Then go out and get the rig that best fits your criteria. Good luck and have fun! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Used: Container appropriate to the canopies you should be jumping. Harness as close as possible to your size. Good luck! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

That's pretty funny. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

I'm working on a Strong 303 and it came in with the PC 'tilted' up on the right side. Big time tilted up - about 3" of open space between the cap and the container that extends between the closing loops. When I inspected it I found the closing loop was tacked at ~160°. Almost 45° up from where it should have been. I tacked it back at 180° but when I closed the rig, the PC is still showing a large gap on the right side, although it is now down to about 2". So what I'm saying, I guess, is be careful with the Strong PC when tacking down the closing loops. It's not very hard to get them directly across from each other. You'll save the client a needless hassle. O - please don't say "Contact the last rigger". I would if he were a normal person, but doing that wouldn't result in anything positive. I'm just venting and giving a small PSA. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

That guy is almost as good as Eric Idle! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

What a difference divisions make! ETA: "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

I interrupt this thread to make the following observation: Having kept up with this thread, I'm curious that nobody has mentioned there is already at least one online tandem reservation service provider out there. I don't know their specifics, but they're not marketing, they're not sending to non-local DZs and they're not listing "member" DZs and pretending they are somehow, therefore, superior. As far as I can see, this company just acts as a server for online tandem reservations through the DZs website. Clean and simple. Please resume the discussion. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

Wow. I couldn't read your post at all. It seems an endless train of letters and words that defy one's ability to focus upon. But I think you're asking about exposure, safety and "appropriateness"? Being a parent and skydiver, I can tell you that if you're going to jump, make sure you have adequate insurance. Medical, death, disability. Modern gear and practices have made skydiving relatively safe but there is danger and risk. People are hurt and killed skydiving. I recommend keeping your ability to provide for your kids viable if you are hurt or killed. Some dropzones are kid friendly, some are not. If you want your kids to enjoy being at the DZ, find a family friendly DZ. My two older kids practically grew up at the DZ. It was good, but you have to keep in mind that the DZ is an adult playground. There is smoking, cursing, arguing, "playfulness" - and drinking after hours. Sometimes there are "safety meetings". It's up to you, not the DZ, to choose what you're OK with having your kids exposed to. Finally - the issues of kids, DZs, parenting, etc. have been discussed before. Use the Search feature (up above - there, below the blue menu bar) and you should be able to find information in past discussions. Good luck, have fun, be safe! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73

I'm pretty sure Sparky was responding to the OP, Cap. Unless your C license # is 10602. The implication is that with 35 years in the sport, even one who is not a rigger should know what is or is not acceptable and/or legal for a reserve. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73