Jul
25
The Skydiving History
The Skydiving History
The Skydiving History
Skydiving is a well loved sport, especially for the
extreme goers out there. However, it may seem that
skydiving is something new as a sport, but in reality,
it has a very rich and colourful history that can be
very interesting to know, whether you are a fan of the
sport or simply curious about it.
Milestones [...]
Jul
25
The Less Popular Types Of Skydiving
The Less Popular Types Of Skydiving
The Less Popular Types Of Skydiving
Skydiving has a lot of types. However, there are ones
that are commonly known such as freestyle, formation
and freeflying. Although these three are considered to
be the ones that are always done and seen on
television or in media, there are still other types of
skydiving that are most [...]
Jul
25
Skydiving Photography Considerations
Skydiving Photography Considerations
Skydiving Photography Considerations
Being a skydiving photographer is just as extreme as
being a skydiver. So if you plan on becoming one,
there are some considerations that you might want to
deliberate on first before you go out and buy your
camera. Here are some of them.
The Price Of Art
Getting to fly a camera is just as fun [...]
Jul
25
Skydiving Myths Revealed
Skydiving Myths Revealed
People who have not tried skydiving have a lot of
misconceptions or “myths” about the sport. Sad to say
a lot of people are misled by these myths and tend to
have wrong perceptions about the sport. Here are some
of the most common skydiving myths that buzz around
and the true explanations to them.
Friends And Secret Signals
Most [...]
Jul
25
Skydiving Equipment: Knowing Your Jumpsuit
Skydiving Equipment: Knowing Your Jumpsuit
Appropriate equipment is vital if you want to try or
even pursue the sport of skydiving. Your jumpsuit is
considered to be one of the most important equipments
that you’ll need to take a dive. If you’re new to the
sport, you should learn some certain jumpsuit
essentials first before you go off on a jumpsuit
shopping [...]
Jul
24
Skydiving Accessories And Gadgets
Skydiving Accessories And Gadgets
Other than weights and jumpsuits, there are other
gadgets that you may need for you jump. Here are some
of them.
Altitude Devices
Altimeters are one of the obligatory pieces that you
would use for skydiving. You may be surprised with the
vast variety of choices. However, it is recommend that
you use one that’s easy to read and [...]
Jul
24
Skydiving 101: The Truth About Parachutes
Skydiving 101: The Truth About Parachutes
Skydiving is considered to be a very extreme sport,
yet a lot of people nowadays are becoming very
inclined to it. As time passes, more daredevils come
into being and get hooked on this breathtaking sport.
However, due to the danger coupled with this sport, a
lot of people that have not tried it may [...]
Jul
24
Indoor Skydiving
Indoor Skydiving
Most people think that skydiving can only be done
outdoors in the sky. However, with the development of
technology, there is now an indoor rendition of the
sport, which is done through vertical wind tunnels.
What Is A Vertical Wind Tunnel?
Vertical wind tunnels (VWT) are wind tunnels that
blows up air in a column. This is actually a
recreational wind [...]
Jul
24
All About Skydiving Weights
All About Skydiving Weights
If you want to go skydiving, having the proper
equipment is a must. Although there are some equipment
that are considered to be staples or standards when
diving, there are also those that can be add-ons
depending on your body and the type of jump you’ll be
doing. One of these extra equipments is called
weights.
What Are Weights [...]
Jul
24
A Guide To Skydiving
A Guide To Skydiving
Skydiving, as the word implies, is an activity in
which you’ll be literally diving down from the sky
with some safety measures, of course. It’s done from
an airplane or a helicopter which takes off from a
drop zone, which is like a small airbase.
A Bird’s Eye View Of Skydiving
If you’re planning to do this breathtaking [...]
Sep
16
Skydiving Parachutes What Are They Made Of
There can be no skydiving without the skydiving parachutes. First and foremost a student of skydiving must know every detail of the skydiving parachutes before proceeding to learn the "how to" of this extreme sport. Skydiving parachutes are the indispensable part of this adventure sport. You can have all the rest of the gear, gadgets [...]
Sep
16
Skydiving Weight Limit
Skydiving is truly an exhilarating sport that is extreme in its experience. One can feel high when he or she gets glided left and right and even topsy turvy 360 degree on a canopy ride. For a long time now, skydiving has drawn many enthusiasts who went on to become addicts to this sport. [...]
Sep
16
Skydiving Indoors
Imagine a situation when you and your friends were very much excited about going on a skydiving adventure. All of you prepared very seriously, learnt all the lessons by heart. You also made it a point to soak in each bit of information your instructor passed on to you. You were eagerly looking forward to [...]
Sep
9
Skydiving Clothing
A recent tourist to San Francisco who wears a shirt with “I left my heat in San Francisco” is just expressing his love for the city. Similarly a visitor to New York would be proud to wear a T-shirt with “I love New York” painted boldly on it. Such simple messages express feelings very [...]
Sep
9
History of Skydiving
The word “Skydiving” brings out different emotions in different people. While a newbie will be frightened and excited, the veterans will be full of confidence and look forward to another round of adventure. Even though thousands across the world have experienced this extreme recreational sport, the history of skydiving is yet to become well known.
The [...]
Sep
9
Skydiving Lessons
Flying or floating on air was thought to be impossible till the advent of skydiving. Skydiving gives one a unique feeling of rush not seen anywhere else. The thrill and excitement that the skydiving enthusiasts get are incomparable and it remains a grand adventure of a lifetime. You will literally go into another world [...]
Sep
9
Parachute Skydiving Learn the Basics
One can say Parachuting is the mother of the highly popular adventure sport - skydiving. These two are inseparable because without a parachute there can be no skydiving! Hence the term "parachute skydiving" has come into existence.
While it is not clear who first started the concept of parachute skydiving, Chinese history has some accounts [...]