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"I think you'd have a hard time convincing 19th century American negroes and 20th century European jews of this." It's all right there in the history books, Dave.

"Assuming this WAS a surge -- Well -- is the old "double clutch" not taught any more???" Huh? I used to double-clutch old trucks years ago. How would one do that to a canopy w/no clutch?

"Both were symbols for the losing side in a war that had racist roots." Both Wars' roots were financial, not racial.

FWIW, One of the guys who did that Sixty Minutes piece on wingsuiting a few months back wears them. He jumps w/a ski helmet & goggles. They fit together as a unit. They sure looked BIG. I'd hate to wear 'em in the summer.

Be a good Nursey, & put on your French Maid outfit for him. I've seen Nookie heal . Don't feed him too much alcohol.

Thank You. Whichever it was? I don't want to do it again. Jumping a different canopy almost every weekend isn't speeding my progression along. Just had another deal for a nice 170 fall through today. I'll eventually buy a rig, sooner or later....

it was NEVER designed as a tractor motor. and NO they dont vibrate BADLY, but they are a V Twin and all V twins vibrate. You might want to actually find out a little about a topic before you try slagging it off. Yet again your ignorance is showing Fuck You, Squeaky. You're an absolute Ass. Stop twisting my words. You think you're entertaining by being such an abrasive wiseass. You're not. You might want to drop that attitude against the world. Most people do by the time they reach High School... Don't bother trying to PM me. You were blocked a long time ago after an earlier hissy fit of yours.

"Dogfish Head 60 AND 90 BITCHES!!!!" Rx: More Nyquil, & less booze. I love Google. "What the H*ll is a Dogfish Head 60/90???"

"The Moto Guzzi is a sleeper." An engine that traces it's lineage to a Sixties era tractor motor is a sleeper??? I'll confess I've never ridden one. I did see a neat looking one a few years back. It was some kind of super sport 1100, I believe. Do they vibrate badly?

I think it's safe to say I'll never jump a 7-cell BASE canopy. Not w/my back & neck. I'll see how well it translates next season, though. From a lot higher than 600 feet...

I haven't checked out any of these episodes, yet. I'll have a look. Thanks.

Because I rent at a couple of different DZs. I tend to fly different canopies. I believe this one was a 200 Nav. There was no crease forming up the middle, or folding back. Though, I'm not sure I'd looked up the last 2-3 seconds. I went from slowed flight, to a hard dive 45 degrees to the right almost instantly. Both instructors told me on the ground that it was a stall. Being so low, it got my attention... . You're saying it's possible & safe to sink a 1:1 WL (or higher) canopy w/o stalling? Not something I'd want to try again for fun. I'm sure it could come in handy for landing off, though.

An F111 canopy behaves differently in deep brakes thean a zero-porosity canopy. And since most people jump zero-P thse days, they assume that everyone else is doing so also. Therefore, they may be making incorrect judgements since your canopy is actually F111. Your canopy may not have actually been close to stalling, because F111 sinks more stable than zero-P, but it might have simply made others fear that if they presumed it was zero-P. Like others said, you want to know exactly where that stall point is, by practicing up high. Then you'll know how far you can pull on your toggles and still be safe, when you're down low. Question, My canopy wasn't folding back like it was about to stall. I held it in 3/4 brakes for I guess about 5-7 seconds. It didn't appear to be about to stall. I've done that drill up higher. I'm guessing the stall point gets wonky when prolonged deep brakes are used? I don't understand why the canopy stalled when I returned (abruptly) to full flight. When I was talked to. I was still shaking. I came away from it deciding to never try & sink it in like that again.

"I remembered seeing an older guy who jumps a big canopy for accuracy routinely use deep brakes. So I went into deep brakes and held it!" Been there_Done that_Wasn't fun... I was taught early in my student progression to sink it in if I was too high on final. "Don't worry. You won't stall it." That was on a 280 w/lengthened lines. Flash ahead to just after getting my A. I needed to sink during my pattern. I was on a regular 200 (0.93 WL). I went to 3/4 brakes, & held it for several seconds. I hardly sank @all. So, I shrugged, & let 'em up again. BAM!, insta-stall @600 feet. It kicked me 45 degrees to one side, & dove me towards the ground for a couple seconds. It scared the H*ll out of me. Two people nicely came up & explained to me how I screwed up, & almost died. Thanks Guys

"...pick up some extra-spicy pho or hot & sour soup on your way home." That's the least that Schmuck could do... BTW, sharing several rides to altitude in a cramped plane when you might be contagious but not symptomatic yet? That will get you branded as being far worse than just a Schmuck. Go enjoy a day @the DZ. Why should both of you be miserable? BUT... if you feel that tell-tale tickle in the back of your throat? Stay away.

Meh, the South lost and will not be rising again, Unless it's to go to a NAPCAR race. Neo-Confederates need to get over the fact that their beloved South LOST THE FUCKING WAR. What a limited view you have of Life. Confederate soldiers comported themselves well during the war. They defended their homes & loved ones w/dignity & honor. Their bravery & sacrifice commands respect. So does the Japaneses Imperial Navy, Wehrmacht, etal... When I view hate-filed, ignorant views like yours. I realize how little you reap from the experience of life. I'm glad. You don't deserve to.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commemorative_Air_Force Name The original name, Confederate Air Force, started as a simple tongue in cheek type of joke, poking fun at their ragtag beginnings. As the collection of warbirds at Central Valley Airport in Mercedes, Texas started to grow, someone painted the name on the side of the original P-51 Mustang "Red Nose". The name stuck, and it grew to the point where the airport was renamed Rebel Field, all members were called "Colonels" (a tradition which still remains), and it led to the creation of a fictitious leader named Colonel Jethro E. Culpepper. There was even a humorous CAF twist put to the old AVG Flying Tigers WWII "blood chit" that read, “This foreign person has come to China to help in the war effort. Soldiers and civilians, one and all, should rescue, protect, and provide him medical care.” The CAF version seen on the backs of flight suits and flight jackets stated, "This is a CAF aviator. If found lost or unconscious, please hide him from Yankees, revive with mint julep and assist him in returning to friendly territory. CONFEDERATE AIR FORCE". In 2002 it changed its name to Commemorative Air Force after a vote of the membership. Many felt the name Confederate Air Force was confusing, did not accurately reflect the purpose of the organization, and was detrimental to fundraising efforts.[5] This name change was deemed by some fans to be a move of political correctness. The reason for the name change as stated by the organization was "Because the word "Confederate" is offensive to some."

You're reminding me of a moment I had years ago. When I was 19. I bought a brand new '85 900 Ninja. Man, I was flying high w/that thing. It was a rocket ship. It was also very high-tech for the era. I used to fondly reminisce about it over the years. I happened upon one @a rally many years later. I cracked up laughing at it... The years make the shortcomings hazy to remember. H2s & H3s were fast for their time. That is, until they blew up. They're neat old bikes, though. I like them, & as well as the Z1. I attached a few pix of an H2 I'd found while researching a project bike. I'd love to build one some day. As for a '72 350??? Um...yeah...sure, Jim. You meet the nicest people on a Honda .

Definitely need to post the video on this one

"Deep in the closet, not even aware of it gay men." Not even aware of it??? I think he'd know.

Now, you accept the amounts admitted to by the thieves? Here's your $700 Billion: http://www.nytimes.com/packages/html/national/200904_CREDITCRISIS/recipients.html Like I said. If you don't recognize the theft? You're beyond help. TARP only headed off worse damage that would've been caused by their initial stealing. Get a bunch of those POSs in a board room, & let 'em play w/the numbers. You really think all that money will be repaid??? If you truly believe their BS & lies. You're either clueless, or work in the banking sector. Apologies to the OP. I'll drop the argument to prevent this being moved to SC.

Whose money do you think is in those bank bags? It's probably a bunch of pick-ups from small mom and pop businesses that deal partially in cash. And how exactly did the banks steal from you in the first place? They offer a service. They charge a fee for that service. If you don't want that service (ATMs, checking, savings, electronic fund transfers, etc.) store your frickin' money in your basement. If one charges you too much, go to another one. It's those types of skewed justifications to take from others that really make me shake my head sometimes. Skewed justifications? Hey Muffie... Bite Me . Those MFRs played willy_nilly w/our monies. Crashed the economy, & were then given another $700 BILLION in TARP funds (AKA: more of our money). If you don't recognize the theft? You're beyond help.

Dunno, Doug. I've known a number of gay men over the years. I've never met one who hates women. I'm not sure where you're getting that from.

"FUCK YEAH! I GOT SKYDIVING FRIENDS! FFFFFFFUUUUUUUCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKK YEAH!" Boozin after work, huh?

HELL NO!!!! You can't steal from a thief. Sons of Bitches already stole it from us. Of course, a private person's money would be returned.