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    It's my guess the guy simply didn't see the berm, which is the same colour as the central area (usually flat and clear) of what appears to be a small track. Too bad for him if he didn't scout the LZ or get good intel prior to the demo. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    The Cypres activation altitude can be changed by the user. It has to be done each time the unit is turned on, but it can be changed. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    I suppose one could safely jump the 337 all day long with both engines running. The problem, as I see it, is if or when something goes wrong and a PC, rPC, etc. escapes and is drawn into the prop. The FAA may say it's OK, but there are too many other planes out there to jump for me to consider the 337. Edited to add: Here's a 337-A in flight. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Nope - nothing yet. Did you ship it priority??? "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    It's called the "Sleeping Bag Pack" and it has some degree of popularity. It's important that as you're rolling to keep the attachment point pulled out. The common way of sleeping bag packing is to lift the parachute onto your lap/chest after coccooning then fold it over and start rolling. Give a tug on the attachment point as you're rolling so it remains outside. It's very easy to bag this packjob and it gives good, consistent openings. Enjoy your new saffy. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    They're manufactured by a German company. It's interesting that it's not found in Poynter's. Contact them here and perhaps they can refer you to an American dealer/rep. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    I suspect it's because Mark started Rainbow Skydivers and is an (the?) organizer of the Rainbow Boogie so he's wanting to support manufacturers who support him. He's stating his ability to choose. The reason was implied. Nova "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    They should be taught and check for proper configuration of the reserve ripcord/SH lanyard and the Collins lanyard & cutaway cable routing. In terms of functionality and use, I think RSL instruction is sufficient. I think a student doesn't need to know the cutaway main is converted to reserve pilot chute and how that is accomplished. As with RSL instruction, let them know its intended function (open the reserve container upon cutaway) and drill them to follow-through with EPs regardless. .02 Nova "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Yes. Talk to your rigger. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Tailstrikes happen, and that sucks. It's human nature to place blame, I suppose, but the person to blame is the jumper. If a jumper thinks the plane has too much airspeed, ask for a cut. If it's nose-high, ask for a leveling. If the pilot won't, for whatever reason, sit down or jump. If a jumper feels it's not safe to exit, then don't! It's an individual's choice, and it's that individual's responsibility to know how to make that judgment call. We know the risks involved in skydiving, and they begin when the propeller starts turning. The exit needs to be planned as with any other part of the skydive. I think we don't need more hand-holding and we sure as hell don't need more USPA in what is a DZ matter - jump run configuration. .02 Nova "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Touché "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Shut up and jump! Grab your shit and come up to Lake George, NY. There's jumping onto the lake every weekend this month. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    *bump* "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Hi, MEL. Crash & I are going down on the 22nd for the seat practical. Our first stop will be Rick Thomas' office - but I appreciate the "hot tip". It's going to be a wham-bam kind of day. Stay warm! Nova "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Stuck Mic (ATC) website has it. Thanks anyway! "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Condolences "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Take it in stride, Ridestrong. You're a young jumper with little and limited experience, so when you come onto this forum giving highest praise for your rigger, it is taken with a helluva lotta salt. But the advice you've been given is good advice. Nobody is saying your rigger isn't good, or that he's not doing a good job. What's being said is that rigging isn't about speed. It's about attention to detail; it's about all the certainty that there can be. A complete inspection of a rig, even one that is brand new, is time-consuming if done meticulously. So I guess what's being said is that you don't have the experience to evaluate riggers, other than based on friendliness and word-of-mouth - neither of which are bad things, but they're not everything. A rigger who is perfect for your best buddy may not be a good rigger for you. Live and learn. Nova "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    What about this is a general skydiving discussion? "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Sgt. Pepper? If so, why change it? "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Handsome Dave gives very clear explanations for any questions regarding his reserve PRO pack method. He does this every January at a cost of ~US$1500 over a nine day period. Your link doesn't work but I think what you are trying to accomplish is coccooning after the side-folds have been made. The topskin only goes under the side-folds but not the flaked center cells. I would recommend not trying to pack using Dave's method, or any other method, on your own. You need someone there with you who knows what needs to be done, what you're looking at, and can guide you as you pack. You don't want to develop and ingrain wrong techniques or poor practices. .02 Nova "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Skydiver's Handbook "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Fixed that for you. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Background: I send about 2 emails a month from dizzy. I've just found that I'm unable to send email from dizzy and received this alert: Your e-mail could not be sent because it was detected as being spam. WTF?? Anyone else have this happen? "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Dude, you are 180° and accelerating. Try a Valium. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73
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    Jan, you said: The harness that MG put on Bo was not properly fastened. The video clearly shows Bo slung very low and partially out of the harness before exit. Do you have a copy of or a link to the vid? PM if you like. "Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73