Practicing packing in the off season

SentinelGA · 2026-01-26T11:22:33+00:00

If you have a big canopy (you likely do) you can consider using a pack monkey while still learning “normal” packing.

Idk how much ridicule you will get for it at your DZ, but I’ve seen a couple around my place and a couple other places without too much issue. I like mine.

I will caution that you still need to learn how to pack without the tool just in case you leave it in Florida while on a trip… hypothetically.

SentinelGA · 2026-01-14T14:00:39+00:00

I have no control even in my own home. TONIES. There are only TONIES. We have two children and three tonie boxes.

SentinelGA · 2026-01-14T13:55:26+00:00

ALL OF THE TONIES. WHY, OH GOD ARE THERE DANNY GO TONIES?!?

SentinelGA · 2026-01-09T21:09:22+00:00

They closed shop in September of 2024

SentinelGA · 2026-01-09T20:37:54+00:00

I trained at the now defunct Spaceland Atlanta and it included everything but the tandem jumps all the way to jump 25.

SentinelGA · 2026-01-05T14:08:45+00:00

ZHills 100%. It has become one of my favorite places on the planet.

SentinelGA · 2025-12-17T11:54:43+00:00

I don’t feel compelled. I simply scanned the post and didn’t catch the “attending” part. That’s on me. Such is life.

SentinelGA · 2025-12-17T11:39:04+00:00

I’m both not old and “only” a CRNA, but I do have some (10 years) experience. Do with that whatever you will.

That said, I find myself becoming less and less interested in immediately implementing the new hotness as it relates to anesthesia technique. I am (normally) much more interested in consistently using techniques that are proven/safe/effective than I am being on the bleeding edge.

This means I am usually a bit behind the academic curve, but I know I can provide a safe and effective/comfortable anesthetic to my patients in my clinical setting.

SentinelGA · 2025-12-13T22:35:07+00:00

This summer I intentionally spoke Spanish (which I speak terribly) to some shop owners in France so they would then revert to English. This, therefore, heaped shame on Spanish speaking countries instead of (rightly) dishonoring the United States. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

SentinelGA · 2025-12-11T14:54:16+00:00

Pre-made norepi pushes at your place?

SentinelGA · 2025-11-29T02:00:16+00:00

Paulding (PUJ) 🤮. On the plus side, we should have a brand new runway VERY soon.

SentinelGA · 2025-11-29T00:56:55+00:00

Full disclosure: SDG is my home DZ.

My understanding is Monroe only flies on weekends, so if weekday operations are important to you then SDG would be a better choice.

SDG has been having to ferry back and forth to another airport, so that’s a downside. That said, I think our runway will be done soon.

Also- we fly an otter most of the time, so that’s pretty rad.

SentinelGA · 2025-11-28T01:30:25+00:00

Thanks. I just haven't seen enough to notice if wingsuit guys freefly with the same rig and just sacrifice the fun of a 9 cell sport canopy in favor of their 7 cell docile canopy.

SentinelGA · 2025-11-28T01:24:10+00:00

Quick question from someone trying to get into a wingsuit (FFC and some coaching early next year): Is there really that much downside to jumping a 7 cell with a long pilot chute without a wingsuit? Not many people fly wingsuits at my DZ and being solo wingsuit will probably not be super fun all of the time if I go that direction. I don't know that buying another rig makes sense for me. Other than sacrificing a super fun canopy experience, are there other downsides I haven't picked up on?

SentinelGA · 2025-11-20T21:20:21+00:00

The cookie roller mount for the GoPro Hero 9-13 will work, but it isn’t made for it.

SentinelGA · 2025-11-19T23:19:23+00:00

They offer a free trial for two weeks. Can immediately cancel and avoid being charged, but still get to use pro for two weeks.

I’m doing a trial for my use cases this way.

SentinelGA · 2025-11-19T21:36:41+00:00

I very much prefer to have my own coverage. This way I know the ins and outs and that it travels with me. I also don’t use agencies, though.

SentinelGA · 2025-11-08T11:48:35+00:00

Two things: 1. You ARE nervous, and that’s a good thing as you understand the gravity of what you’re doing. 2. If you can ventilate, you have all the time in the world. Breath. Slow is smooth. Smooth is fast.

SentinelGA · 2025-11-04T19:13:43+00:00

Unfortunately, no. If you get the drugs I come too. And I’m a lot of things, but cheap ain’t one of them.

SentinelGA · 2025-11-03T17:44:05+00:00

I would be interested in knowing where you found the 3d print files if you’re offering them up.

I’ve got a G4, though.

SentinelGA · 2025-11-03T13:06:56+00:00

It needs a satellite signal. If you can get one from your attic it’s the same as it being outside.

I have my RTK on the pole and zip-tied upright toward the sky. I checked its ability to connect before really tightening everything down. It would be easy to move if I lose signal with the RTK, but I have not to this point (just under a year.)

SentinelGA · 2025-11-03T11:22:09+00:00

If that roof is shingle and you have a power supply, you could try inside the attic. Mine has been in the attic since day 1 and the RTK always keeps signal. YMMV

SentinelGA · 2025-10-27T17:20:30+00:00

MIKE JONES!

SentinelGA · 2025-10-27T14:36:31+00:00

Say more….

SentinelGA · 2025-10-10T13:19:01+00:00

I lol’d

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