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To ask if anyone has ever done a skydive?

33 replies

RottenTomatoes959 · 02/02/2019 16:46

And if so, what to expect? Extremely excited but absolutely terrified at the same time.
All tips welcome!

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E20mom · 02/02/2019 22:57

Yes, I love it! You get the most amazing adrenaline rush and feel on a high for the rest of the day.

I bet you'll love it.

And don't forget to keep your eyes open on the way down! Smile

mumstaxi2 · 02/02/2019 23:38

I did one one when I was a student (about 28 years ago) it wasn't tandem although there was a line to ensure the parachute opened. I loved the initial fall but then in the excitement completely forgot how to control the direction of landing - I came down through a very spiky tree. I walked away without injury but the guys recovering the parachute we'rent terribly happy!

Fcukthisshit · 02/02/2019 23:44

I did a tandem a few years ago! Was brilliant!

DickVanTyke · 02/02/2019 23:47

Yes, a tandem from 12,000ft, loved it and would definitely do it again. Enjoy!

Caucho · 03/02/2019 00:02

I’ve done a tandom. Was a little scary but not as much as bungee jump. I might be more afraid now being older. When I was in my 20s I’d be up for anything. I do think a tandem is a bit reassuring though as it’s unlikely the person you’re attached to wants to die and therefore your interests are alligned

Rosebud21 · 03/02/2019 00:08

Tandem dive from 14,000 ft in Australia 1998, over outer Great Barrier Reef & banana farms, landing on Mission Beach. The dive was exhilarating & weirdly calming, the cheek wobble is hilarious, listen to your instructor & enjoy the view

FridgeFullOfChocolate · 03/02/2019 00:43

I did one 15,000 feet in nz when I was travelling the world, it was amazing. I’d do one again if I didn’t have kids and responsibilities! I found the bungee jump from 150 feet scarier as you have to jump yourself rather than have someone throw you off/out.

Thurmanmurman · 03/02/2019 00:46

No. I’d rather saw off my arm with a rusty blade 😂

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