freeheelbillie

I would agree…which is why I disagree with the “bailout” all together. THINK! people THINK! This will and I repeat will leave the front door (not the back door) open to more government control. Example: what to invest in and where, how much to pay employees, who to and not to do business with. Don’t you see the danger in this? Aside for the fact that these measures completely overstep the scope and function of government…This is Socialism, plain and simple. As long as you can admit this to yourself and are okay with becoming a socialist country you should have nothing to worry about. Hey the government has done a real bang up job managing the tax payers dollar so far, I m sure things will be fine. God help us. Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

I was with you until the end of this post...I think as the author of The Declaration of Independence 'Ole Tom Jefferson would roll over in his grave to hear you say what you have about free market practices. I am sure you would agree that lack of responsibility on the part of the lender as well as "greedy" public struggling to keep up with the Jones's got us where we are today. Capitalism is not broken! Government on the other hand does not answer to the natural checks and balances that the private sector does (and that's why Barney Frank and Chris Dodd retain their positions). That's why your well intentioned viewpoint is unrealistic. Certainly the bright side in this dismal economic environment is that the solutions lies in government....less of it. If you want to see real wealth, wealth that lifts every man, then release men from the shackles of tyrants, bureaucrats and weight of the federal bureacracy. I understand that you have no faith in mankind (although I think that's a pretty sad way to go through life, you should find some volunteer work to do), however, if you become a true free marketer, a libertarian, you will understand that although free markets are imperfect, they have proven to be the one system that actually does improve mankind and advance humanity. Maybe I've just been a better student of history. I also understand the attraction of Mr. Obama if you just listen to words and didn't pay attention to his prior voting record. His theme of "hope" and "change" is an easy one to fall for, but change for the sake of change means nothing. I judge on deeds, not words and his deeds up to that point in time didn't earn my respect and still have not. As a citizen I support the country but I can't support socialism under any name or for any economic reason. I therefore reserve the right to change my mind if Mr. Obama proves to be a defender of freedom and liberty. I would rather lose everything I have worked for than to give up the opportunity to live in liberty and freedom. Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

I can only imagine that edema in the legs would be do to aggravation from landing.Do you do maneuvers that create G-Forces on your lower extremities? This could also compound your edema. Not sure if you were wondering about rapid gain and loss of altitude or not. If so 12,500 is not a "typical" altitude for pulmonary or cerebral edema considering the short amount of time spent at altitude. Maybe your issue is aggravated by your leg straps. Hope that helps =) Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

I just got the same letter today. I guess I need to check my mail more often. So do we know if this is due to the economy or is this due to lack of readership/sport decline???? Either way it's a bummer! Billie Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

Not to be an ass but I was in the same boat 2 years ago, good luck you'll need it. Unless you can be certain that she does not talk to another women through the entire process chances are you are going to butt heads. Once this happens the delicate balance of "mutual" will fall apart. GET A MEDIATOR (aka referee) Feeling are bound to surface that are not out in the open right now...men react one way women another. Hell hath no fury like a women scorned. I wish you luck...it could take 90 days, it could take 2 years. Be strong brother Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

I feel the same way and LOVE Eldo...hard not to. The last real climbing I did was linking the Upper and Lower Exum on the Grand Teton (late Sept trip)...went from high camp all the way back to the car in a day. Not sure I would be ready for any of those routes right off the couch but maybe later this summer! We should get together and knock back a few brews. Billie Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

If I can talk the lady into an afternoon at the DZ I may just do that! I still climb, mostly Alpine anymore. The crags are so packed I would rather do something else. What about you? Billie Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

Failed level III for lack of stability, back in August. I have spent an hour in the tunnel working specifically on AFF dive flows (with coaching) since then. I feel really comfortable with exit and have no real nerves to deal with about the actual act of jumping. I made it a point to get my tunnel coaching from AFF instructors and the feed back that I got last time was I should have no issues passing through level 7 now. Currently, I just want to be sure I am sticking my landings under canopy (which will take time and attention to detail) Obviously I want to have fun with the process and have been. But, I have a habit of wanting to know everything safety related (comes from my time as a mountaineering guide) Thinking that I will head to the DZ next weekend and hope for a mild day here in CO! I will most likely have to do level II over because of the time that has passed...hey a jump is a jump! =) Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

Again, thanks. I am a beginner and feel like a have a clear idea of where I would like to take myself in this sport. I just want to be sure that I am doing it in the safeist, most efficient and fun way possible. Thanks again...it all helps! Billie Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

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Has anyone flown one of these...just wondering what they are like. Also wondering (yes I am getting way ahead of myself) if they are as they claim, a good way to train for wingsuit flight. falling asleep at work, Billie Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

Just another new guy...I have to say that it has been a long time since I have been a new guy to much of anything. I started doing most of the things I enjoy at a very young age (ie. climbing, mountaineering, tele-skiing) so its refreshing to start using the gray matter again! Getting my AFF certification has been in the back of my mind since I did my tandem back in college (1997). Unfortunately, it was after a long night of psychedelic partying with friends and the experience is mostly a blur. Ahhh to be young a stupid again! I have only completed through level 3 and will need to do that level again as I have not jumped since August 2008, but I will start again in February. I have spent a little over an hour in the tunnel though and feel like I am making headway. Any advise that is not already posted or asked over and over again is welcome. Maybe I ll see ya out there! Billie Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

88.00/ cleaning once a month from top to bottom. Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

I just wanted to thank the staff and Skyventure as a whole. FREE NIGHT and tons of fun! As a new guy to the sport still working through AFF I was impressed that to see this kind of giving back to the sport. Thanks so much for the food...coaching and tunnel time. Did I mention that it was FREE!? Billie Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

I have not tried one on but I really like that design. It reminds me of a motorcycle helmet that I used to have. Is it a quiet helmet in freefall? Thanks, Billie Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

NOW THATS SOME FUNNY $HIT! Thanks for the LOL man, B~ Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...

I am just curious about what type of full faced helmet provides the best; fit, peripheral vision in an emergency, best visor locking system and all round comfort. I am sure this varies but most shops only have a couple of models to try on. Thanks for the help! Billie Gently pushing comfort zones since 1976...