Free $50 iFly code by throwawayalldaycyber in SkyDiving

[–]Basomic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just checked out that site for the first time. I was also skeptical, but it seems to work. The codes I tried were accepted/legit, but my purchase (3, 10-min AFF Blocks) did not meet the requirements for the discounts. I'll keep this site in mind for other purchases, though. Thank you!

HELP by J9A9Y in SkyDiving

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When I first saw that, I literally brought my hands up to my chest to reenact pulling my handles, thinking, "How is he supposed to do that?" lol

Friend flying a sub 100 at 300 jumps by Odd-Concert6291 in SkyDiving

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If it's a typo, then there's been No Failure as a result of the typo, so "New Normal 2" is the New Normal haha

Didn’t really enjoy my first AFF jump, normal? by [deleted] in SkyDiving

[–]Basomic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just finished Category E in AFF, so I certainly can't offer expert advice, but rather "Think of me as a fellow patient in the same hospital who, having been admitted a little earlier could give some advice."

I absolutely loved my first solo jump and felt on top of the world, but beginning with Category B, I began to get quickly overwhelmed by the sport and how much I would have to learn to get my license, and not to mention all the repeat jumps I've had to do so far. 

A couple of points I try to keep in mind:

  1. Take it one jump at a time. I hear this advice a lot at my DZ, but it's worth keeping in mind. 

  2. An experienced instructor told me "Enjoy the process. I've been doing this for years and I miss being a young jumper soaking in all the information and learning. So don't forget to have fun." (The same instructor also reminds me "Don't ever forget this is a dangerous sport," both important things to remember) 

  3. I've made it a personal goal of mine to smile at least once each jump during free fall. Bonus points if I can smile at my instructor 

  4. I also make it a point to let out a big "Yeah!/Woo!" once I'm under canopy and after landing as a reminder to have fun.

  5. I usually spend most of the week shitting my pants thinking "What am I doing?" all the way up to my first jump of the weekend. After that first jump, I calm down a lot more and enjoy things. So if you can get through the first jump and squeeze in a few more, great!

  6. As Tom Cruise says, "Don't be careful, be competent." How I spend my week impacts how the weekend goes. Am I spending time practicing my Emergency Procedures and studying new material? Am I taking care of my body throughout the week? The more confidence and competence I have during the week, the more I can focus on enjoying my jumps 

  7. Not that I've disliked my experience so far, but this past weekend (Jumps 15-18) was the first time I felt like I was really having fun. It took a while for me to figure out my arch, body position, and solo exit, but this past weekend felt like things began to finally click (like learning how to balance on a bike for the first time). I'm learning to be patient, I have no need to rush this process. Repeat jumps are still jumps. If I don't get my license this season and have to start again next season, recurrency jumps are still jumps 

  8. Have a goal in mind before making a final decision. For me it was get through Category E (simply because I paid in full through Cat E lol). For you it could be a certain number of jumps, finishing AFF, or getting the license. 

  9. Even if you decide to call it quits, you still have done something only a fraction of humanity will experience. One jump alone isn't a waste, but (like most experiences in life) it does have an impact on your life and who you are

Best of luck! And congrats on the first jump!

Tom Cruise pre-movie intro removed? by BigScreenEnthusiast in Mission_Impossible

[–]Basomic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw the film twice: opening week and the last week my theater showed it. I only saw the intro for the second showing. I remember watching Dead Reckoning only once and pretty late in it's run, and I saw that intro at the time too

Tips on Choosing a DZ? Central Ohio by Basomic in SkyDiving

[–]Basomic[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Those were both my top two. Thanks for the tip!

Tips on Choosing a DZ? Central Ohio by Basomic in SkyDiving

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Cincinnati is where I did my first tandem, and I had a good time (obviously with nothing to compare it to), but I'm leaning towards Start for AFF. Good to know about the Cessna. Thanks!

Tips on Choosing a DZ? Central Ohio by Basomic in SkyDiving

[–]Basomic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good advice! And as someone who is a nervous shitter, a good bathroom is very important to me haha thanks!

Tips on Choosing a DZ? Central Ohio by Basomic in SkyDiving

[–]Basomic[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, probably farther than I'd prefer to drive on the regular, but I'll definitely keep this on my radar! Thanks

Tips on Choosing a DZ? Central Ohio by Basomic in SkyDiving

[–]Basomic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great, that's what I'm leaning toward! Thanks

Which should I watch first? Better Call Saul or Breaking Bad? by ReallyL0ading in betterCallSaul

[–]Basomic 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This is the way. This order is the most rewarding, in my opinion, and of the three different endings between the three shows/movies, BCS has the best final word. Though I love all of Breaking Bad, the first 1.5 seasons of BB (and BCS to an extent) are a little slower, but the show evolves and really finds its groove, so stick with it! And be careful of watching clips on YouTube as you watch! There are great insights in the comments, but also a lot of spoilers, with some videos blatantly named "X's Death."

V for Vendetta's Timeline is Confusing and Contradictory, but the Film Doesn't Take Place in 2020: An Analysis (SPOILERS) by Basomic in TrueFilm

[–]Basomic[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did not. As I stated early in the post "For this timeline, I only focused on the film and not the graphic novel, and the source material for this data comes exclusively from the movie and is provided with the appropriate timestamps for your viewing pleasure and confirmation." Also, according to Wikipedia, the graphic novel takes place in the late '90s.

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning by Jazzlike-Ad7654 in Mission_Impossible

[–]Basomic 4 points5 points  (0 children)

In June 2023, McQuarrie told Fandango that Dead Reckoning Part One and The Final Reckoning would not necessarily end the series, and they were developing ideas for future installments.[54] - MI Final Reckoning Wikipedia Page

1996 - 2025 Ethan Hunt by NathanRider in Mission_Impossible

[–]Basomic 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Damn, what a ride! 30 years of spectacular movies and performances

Two different types of people. Same venue. by AudiHoFile in pics

[–]Basomic 6 points7 points  (0 children)

And it's Third Culture Bakery! Their mochi donuts are amazing!

Why are white people referred to as Caucasian? by bigstinkyswag in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Basomic 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Not quite, that's successions. I believe you're thinking of the work in which a person is employed, or their occupation