ever gone skydiving? thinking of going?
549721
I have jumped static, freefall and AFF (accelerated Freefall) including one over the North Pole out of the back of a jet.\n\nThe flight up isn't too bad although, I wont lie to you, you will be scared ... the few seconds to the door are pretty nerve-wracking but once you are out (and past the sensory overload) you will be amazed.\n\nNot sure what type of skydive you are thinking about - for a first time jumper your choices are really a static line from pretty low (2000 ft ish) or a tandem (from c15,000 with a c50 sec free-fall). Both have their advantages but the freefall is probably what you want to feel.\n\nIf you freefall (most likely tandem for a first jump but you can do AFF)there is little or no sensation of falling but rather just being blasted in a strong (upward) wind. Pay the extra for a video of the jump - you wont regret it.\n\nIf you need any more info drop me a note.\n\n\nBlue Skies =8-)
438308
Look up skydiving places near you.  Some of them have trainer machines that are giant fans that blow air up at 100 mph and you learn to control yourself in them, simulating free fall.  You fly like Superman.  PS, it's very hard on the abs!
386591
I took my first SkyDive in Nagamibie northern Victoria in November last year.\n\nExhilarating would be a good word to describe it.\n\nLike falling with the initial rush tat you get when falling off or jumping off something, but never finding the ground. Truly awesome!!!\n\nI would recommend it to everyone because once the shoot opens, the scenery is beautiful and everything is completely silent. Such a beautiful experience.
1156576
Take a deep breath, be brave and get out there!
776499
I hate flying. It scares the willies out of me. So, I have not and will not ever take anything other than a straight through flight. During which, I am too busy praying for safety to do anything else! Well, between wiping the tears away. So, the answer is no.
176405
Yes. It depends on where you go, but it is generally between 225-250 lbs. The gear is rated to a certain maximum allowable weight, and skydiving centers usually err on the conservative side of this rating (with good reason). If you are in doubt, check with the skydiving center first.
501026
I've flown in the last few months and I enjoyed looking out the window during both takeoff and landing.  Well enjoyed it as much as possible while trying to entertain a baby :)
703172
yes !\ngo ahead\nyou seem to be very adventurous.\nvery brilliant idea of making a tour to the world.
1113027
Yup. Right now, I just enjoy (like a little kid) the flying (sometimes like a bird, and sometimes playful like superman). I tried aiming for a certain country....not sure if I got there, but I arrived somewhere...lol. So, next time, I'll aim for a place I've actually been before. When I realize I'm in my astral body, I'm not afraid anymore. I was very afraid for many years, because I didn't know what was going on. I'm still a little bit afraid when I realize I'm in the astral dimension/world, but I try to have fun with it now. A few times I felt entering and exiting, both accompanied by a buzzing/ vibrating sound...one time it was so loud that I almost couldn't stand it. Even then I didn't panic, because I knew what was going on. Getting back down, ...back into my body sometimes seems way too fast,...but I just tell myself, "I'll be fine.".. and depending on how my body is positioned I imagine using my arm and hand  in such a manner that would allow for a smooth - I call it: home- coming. It's so liberating to know that I'm not the only one who experiences astral  projection....because I only found out recently that there are many!
1084397
yes, I have and its a lot of fun. Scary at first if you have never done it before, but  once you get into the swing of things it's a lot of fun. You end up very sore at the end of the day if you haven't gone rafting before, but it is well worth it! My favorite place for rafting is  South Fork American River in California.
773784
i went skydiving last year and i believe we jumped out of the plane at 12,000 feet and the descent lasted about a minute
385247
Funny you should ask! Yes! I read an article in a magazine that told of a group of skydivers that do it naked. They even ejaculated. Seems improbable to me but they swear it's true. EW! Ever wonder where those little stray drops of moisture come from on a clear day?
564456
Sorry but you will not be permitted to do this unless you are "display" qualified.\n\nIt is way too dangerous for an in experienced jumper to jump into such an arena (you also need insurance).  If the pilot lets you jump without the experience and demo rating he could get in deep doodoo.  I have seen students up trees, onto roofs and injured on fences even in wide open DZs\n\nParachuting is not simply jumping out of a plane ... can you spot for the landing?  What about wind conditions?  Contingency planning?  \n\nSorry to burst the bubble but not really a practical proposition ... go to a DZ and try it out and you will see what I mean.\n\nHave fun but leave demo's to the professionals.  Drop me a note if you need any other info.\n\nBlue skies =8-)
1109626
Oh, yes, I would love to go. Although I would be very nervous, I think that going to the moon would make me feel like I was a part of something bigger, in life. All we know, here, is the earth that we live on. To travel into space, and look back at the earth, would give me such an amazing feeling. I would feel very small, and yet, very large. It would be so beautiful to gain a new perspective on life...life here on earth, and life as it exists in the whole of reality. Space; time; life; tranquility.
551951
yes. I believe you believe you can fly. As to the method which you believe you can achieve this through- that is an open question. Perhaps you mean by boarding an airplane/helicopter/blimp/ultralight/hang-glider... etc- Perhaps you mean by consuming mind altering substances- It may even mean that you propel yourself through magical means.. a la magic carpet, broom,wand, Icarus boots... etc... Maybe you have been genetically fused with a species that has been granted flight... Maybe you just close your eyes and imagine really really hard. Whatever your chosen mode I do believe that you might believe. I'll tell ya what I believe in... God. Peace n be safe in your travels... lol.
160534
I'm sure it's fun... but why jump out of a perfectly good airplane.  I think I'd enjoy the rush of B.A.S.E. jumping more so than leaping out of a flying plane.
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Would second the DeLand answer - I did Skydive U there.  There are lots of places ... suggest u find something local that is a big enough drop zone so you can get lots of lifts in a day.\n\nIf you want to do AFF (accellerated free fall) make sure you check they can do that.  \n\nA drop zone with a number of different aircraft can be a blast.  \n\nHave a look around for DZs then go an lurk ... ask the folks and u will soon find if its a friendly place (pretty much all are).\n\nBlue skies friend ...