Dwellar photos, RFN, 2016 - Page 31

Gravdigr · 12-08-2016, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by lumberjim

Rose color optional

If you're talking rosy-red cheeks, he's probably got something clear in a mason jar that will rosy those cheeks right up.

Undertoad · 12-09-2016, 12:27 PM

They now have these wind tunnels where you can do simulated skydiving for a thrill, if you are rich.

We went on a work expedition, intended to build emotional unity amongst an emotionally disconnected group. (That part would be worth any amount of $$$$$ if it is successful.)

You only get to go in the tunnel for 60 seconds, twice. This video is my second time. After a half minute, on your second jump, the instructor offers to take you up way high. So there's that.

It was an interesting experience, but the tiny amount of time spent was not worth $$$$$ in my opinion, unless you are under 35, in which case this sort of expensive adrenaline rush appeals to you.

Nevertheless, we paid a shit tonne of money (like about $100 per person) so we got a free video with it. ("free") (but it's standard def you cheapskates!)

My heart was racing after each "jump".

xoxoxoBruce · 12-09-2016, 12:54 PM

First flying squirrels, then flying snakes, now flying toads. The pigs can't be far behind.

I noticed the instructor hung on to you most of the time. Did he do that with everyone, or did some "solo".

lumberjim · 12-09-2016, 01:37 PM

Baller

Undertoad · 12-09-2016, 04:07 PM

The instructors hang on almost the whole time when you are a rookie - after more sessions, they let you go more.

Two of our group had been, before, and they got more solo time. But not much!

You're grinning the whole time. But it's not long enough in there to really experiment and learn how to even stabilize yourself, much less move around or go up and down.

After the group is done, they turn the fans up a little and the instructors do a showing-off session for a minute where they do a whole set of wild and wacky stunts.

You know, stuff you could do, if you paid enough times to get good.

glatt · 12-09-2016, 04:16 PM

That looks awesome. I would definitely do that on the company's dime.

fargon · 12-09-2016, 04:29 PM

I would puke, all that spinning. Glad you had fun.

sexobon · 12-09-2016, 10:13 PM

That was pretty good for only your second minute.

Ironically:

Last year I went to watch my brother try an iFly session. After the post-flight critique, the instructor asked me if I had any experience. I explained what I did in the military. I also asked the instructor to do a push turn (a.k.a. spot turn) during his next demonstration interlude to show my brother what it looked like. He asked me what a push turn was! I explained and went through the arm motions. He said they don't do that, they just turn using their legs. I told him that in military free fall, the 80 lb. backpack one would carry on the ground gets attached to the parachute harness and it flies with you behind your legs; so, you can't very well use your legs for turning. That gave him something to think about.

I like watching the team efforts in wind tunnels.

Griff · 12-10-2016, 10:04 AM

Flying Toad! Awesome!

classicman · 12-10-2016, 12:36 PM

That looks like a blast ... though I too would have difficulty with all the spinning. Damn sure I'd still try it though - especially on the company's dime.

lumberjim · 12-10-2016, 01:49 PM

I would totally do it. They might have to crank the wind up a notch or two, but I'm game

Gravdigr · 12-10-2016, 03:18 PM

You're full of of wind. With a great cross-section. You'll fly like a kite.

bbro · 12-10-2016, 06:06 PM

Last night. Giraffe again.
Cold giraffe. With a scarf and hoodie

xoxoxoBruce · 12-10-2016, 06:09 PM

Totally wrestleable, I don't even care if I lose. Beat me, whip me make me crawl.

bbro · 12-10-2016, 06:18 PM

You assume that I would not actually hurt you

12-09-2016, 12:54 PM	#453
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	First flying squirrels, then flying snakes, now flying toads. The pigs can't be far behind. I noticed the instructor hung on to you most of the time. Did he do that with everyone, or did some "solo". __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

12-09-2016, 01:37 PM	#454
lumberjim I can hear my ears Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 25,571	Baller __________________ This body holding me reminds me of my own mortality Embrace this moment, remember We are eternal, all this pain is an illusion ~MJKeenan

12-09-2016, 04:29 PM	#457
fargon Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: La Crosse, WI Posts: 8,924	I would puke, all that spinning. Glad you had fun. __________________ Annoy the ones that ignore you!!! I live a blessed life I Love my Country, I Fear the Government!!! Heavily medicated for the good of mankind.

12-10-2016, 10:04 AM	#459
Griff still says videotape Join Date: Feb 2001 Posts: 26,813	Flying Toad! Awesome! __________________ If you would only recognize that life is hard, things would be so much easier for you. - Louis D. Brandeis

12-10-2016, 12:36 PM	#460
classicman barely disguised asshole, keeper of all that is holy. Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 23,401	That looks like a blast ... though I too would have difficulty with all the spinning. Damn sure I'd still try it though - especially on the company's dime. __________________ "like strapping a pillow on a bull in a china shop" Bullitt

12-09-2016, 12:27 PM	#452
Undertoad Radical Centrist Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Cottage of Prussia Posts: 31,423	They now have these wind tunnels where you can do simulated skydiving for a thrill, if you are rich. We went on a work expedition, intended to build emotional unity amongst an emotionally disconnected group. (That part would be worth any amount of $$$$$ if it is successful.) You only get to go in the tunnel for 60 seconds, twice. This video is my second time. After a half minute, on your second jump, the instructor offers to take you up way high. So there's that. It was an interesting experience, but the tiny amount of time spent was not worth $$$$$ in my opinion, unless you are under 35, in which case this sort of expensive adrenaline rush appeals to you. Nevertheless, we paid a shit tonne of money (like about $100 per person) so we got a free video with it. ("free") (but it's standard def you cheapskates!) My heart was racing after each "jump".

12-09-2016, 04:07 PM	#455
Undertoad Radical Centrist Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Cottage of Prussia Posts: 31,423	The instructors hang on almost the whole time when you are a rookie - after more sessions, they let you go more. Two of our group had been, before, and they got more solo time. But not much! You're grinning the whole time. But it's not long enough in there to really experiment and learn how to even stabilize yourself, much less move around or go up and down. After the group is done, they turn the fans up a little and the instructors do a showing-off session for a minute where they do a whole set of wild and wacky stunts. You know, stuff you could do, if you paid enough times to get good.

12-09-2016, 04:16 PM	#456
glatt ™ Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 27,717	That looks awesome. I would definitely do that on the company's dime.

12-09-2016, 10:13 PM	#458
sexobon I love it when a plan comes together. Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 9,793	That was pretty good for only your second minute. Ironically: Last year I went to watch my brother try an iFly session. After the post-flight critique, the instructor asked me if I had any experience. I explained what I did in the military. I also asked the instructor to do a push turn (a.k.a. spot turn) during his next demonstration interlude to show my brother what it looked like. He asked me what a push turn was! I explained and went through the arm motions. He said they don't do that, they just turn using their legs. I told him that in military free fall, the 80 lb. backpack one would carry on the ground gets attached to the parachute harness and it flies with you behind your legs; so, you can't very well use your legs for turning. That gave him something to think about. I like watching the team efforts in wind tunnels.

12-10-2016, 01:49 PM	#461
lumberjim I can hear my ears Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 25,571	I would totally do it. They might have to crank the wind up a notch or two, but I'm game __________________ This body holding me reminds me of my own mortality Embrace this moment, remember We are eternal, all this pain is an illusion ~MJKeenan

12-10-2016, 03:18 PM	#462
Gravdigr The Un-Tuckian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: South Central...KY that is Posts: 39,517	You're full of of wind. With a great cross-section. You'll fly like a kite. __________________ These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA, EPA, FBI, DEA, CDC, or FDIC. These statements are not intended to diagnose, cause, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. If you feel you have been harmed/offended by, or, disagree with any of the above statements or images, please feel free to fuck right off.

12-10-2016, 06:06 PM	#463
bbro Insert witty comment here Join Date: May 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 2,182	Last night. Giraffe again. Cold giraffe. With a scarf and hoodie Attached Images __________________ Camping

12-10-2016, 06:09 PM	#464
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	Totally wrestleable, I don't even care if I lose. Beat me, whip me make me crawl. __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

12-10-2016, 06:18 PM	#465
bbro Insert witty comment here Join Date: May 2004 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 2,182	You assume that I would not actually hurt you __________________ Camping

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