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  1. Sure they CAN work. However, less than 1% of the people that start this business ever reach the "upper levels". Be wary of the information you get from the people that have a stake in you joining. "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  2. Like Nanook said, it's Amway. Funny that the people involved are reluctant to tell you that up front. Be skeptical. "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  3. So Chad, are you writing all this down? Heal fast! Steve "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  4. The feild elevation was really high.... "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  5. I have a repair manual on CD. PM me your address and I'll mail it to you. Steve Babin "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  6. Not true... I've seen several AADs fire after reserve pilot chute launch and before enough deceleration has occurred. Skycop had pulled his reserve but not in time to prevent the (student) Cypres from firing. Steve Babin "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  7. He had a different girlfriend there Sunday. He's probably happy being single for now.... "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  8. Which day? "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  9. stevebabin

    Line Mod

    I do have WLO toggles on this rig. It did not feel like I would have enough altitude to jettison a brake line after opening (on this jump). Thanks for the input, though. Steve edited for content. "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  10. Got the following in a PM from Solange555: Forums: Messages: From : Mr.Mohamadou. From : Mr.Mohamadou. From: solange555 Date Sent: Mar 8, 2005, 4:52 AM From : Mr.Mohamadou. Abidjan - Cote d'Ivoire. West Africa. E-mail : mohamadou_555@yahoo.com Attn : Director, If I must be fair to myself and to all, I would want to believe that this mail may keep you a little uneasy considering the fact that we do not know each other but frankly, that's the primary reasoin why I chose to contact you. I really am so sorry as I never meant to put you off-guard by what I intend to tell you here and will appreciate it greatly if you do understand totally my situation and position regarding the subject matter that I am divulging here. The political situation in my country here, Cote d'Ivoire has indeed dealt a great blow to me and my family. I have considered many options regarding my condition and resolved that I must forge ahead with my life if not for any toher thing to fulfil my dreams and the good intentions of my father who was murdered in cold blood by some group of rebel vagabonds. Their gruise was that my late father was suspected to be opposing their political ambitions with his wealth hence he was marked and eventually eliminated. My late father was a very wealthy businessman and contractor and excelled in all his endeavours. I was away at school in Ghana when I got the news of my father's assasination early last year and felt devastated as my father was everything to me. The assailants capitalised on the rebel activities in my area Bouake to kill my father as they claimed that he didn't want to join their group and fight the government hence he would be killed. The governement was handicapped to do anything since the rebels controlled the town till now. When I came back, I was advised not to stay in the area since my father has been buried already. However, before now, I am aware of the fund ($17.5m) he deposited with a bank here in Cote d'Ivoire which he intended to transfer overseas for investments which he did not achieve following his sudden demise. He made me the next of kin to the fund and had before now explained a whole lot of things concerning the fund to me in the event that he is not able to carry on with the project. I have tried severally since the sudden death of my father to have access to the fund but was denied as according to the bank officials, the agreement of deposit the bank had with my late father, I should not be allowed to have a direct access to the fund unless I am 22 years age or I should have someone who is older than the stipulated age to interced on my behalf with my consent. This is why I am contacting you now to help me get the fund released and transferred into your account in your country so that you could have me come over to your country to complete my education while you take care of the investment of the fund. I shall be glad to get your positive response so that I will proceed to giving you the bank contact details to make the contacts and request for the release and transfer of the fund to you. Awaiting your response, I remain as always, In His loving arms, Mohamadou. Obviously a scam, suprised it was sent to me via PM. Steve Babin "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  11. I'm sure rec.skydiving will welcome you with open arms. Are you certain you'll be welcome in Arkansas? Steve Babin "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  12. stevebabin

    Line Mod

    205ft Span, Velcro rig, Dagger 266, PCA, slider down, tailgate,line mod. On opening, the right toggle wasn't there. Flew and landed with rear risers. I was wondering what considerations there might be to routing the brake lines inside the guide rings. With the tailgate(hopefully) preventing line-overs, would this be advisable? Specifically, are there any packing or opening anomalies to consider with this setup? Any insightful thoughts? Thanks, Steve Babin "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  13. stevebabin

    Line Mod

    Are there any disadvantages to routing your brake lines through the guide rings on a slider down PCA jump? (aside from the obvious inablilty to clear a line over...) "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  14. I also lived through the ones in Huntsville in 1973.(and 1989) I was 8 at the time. Did you grow up there? Steve Babin "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  15. Yes, there were several tornados that day from this system. "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  16. The "small" refers to the reduction in the file size of the photograph. I have it on video for about 3.5 minutes. It was an F-3 and will be highlighted on an issue of "Storm Stories" on mar 11 on the Weather Channel: "Friday, March 11 - 8:00 p.m. - "Shelter From The Storm" - Pierce City, MO, is devastated by an F-3 tornado. Most residents take shelter in the Armory since it's thought to be one of the sturdiest structures in the area. More than 12,000 homes were lost and 45 people died in the area between Kansas, Missouri, and Tennessee." "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  17. I took this picture as this tornado passed through Pierce City, MO on 5-4-2003. Blues! Steve Babin "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  18. http://www.alexmusson.com/fandango/index.htm "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  19. It Dosen't matter if it's WalMart or a Mom&Pop store. You know what's right. I applaud your efforts in doing the right thing. "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  20. I thought WalMart was owned by its stockholders... "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  21. KBone- Have you visited the shithole that rec.skydiving has become? I don't mind a little moderating... "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  22. PM sent. Steve "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  23. This would be prophetic. Could you give an example? I'm a skeptic and tend to think the dream is a reflection of what the dreamer is dwelling on, nothing more... "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."
  24. Why does it "have to mean something"? "Science, logic and reason will fly you to the moon. Religion will fly you into buildings." "Because figuring things out is always better than making shit up."