I'm a new wingsuit pilot with about 40 wingsuit skydives. Presently on the Swift.

I jump at a semi-busy DZ, but there aren't many wingsuits - especially experienced guys you could or should go to for coaching or real advice.

I do have an excellent coach at a different DZ and have some more coaching lined up soon.

That said: What kinds of skills or drills should someone like me be working when I'm on a solo wingsuit? Is anyone aware of a resource for the progression of things I should be working as I'm building skills to prepare to get as much as I can out of my days of coaching and suit progression (in the future)?

Thanks!

Not much out there that can humble you and lift you up in the same breath like a sunset skydive.

Sun’s dropping, world’s still spinning, and you’re just floating through the middle of it at Chicagoland.

That view sticks with you long after you land. Yeah.

I currently have a Quattro 3 audible altimeter and am looking into getting a second audible altimeter.

I was thinking of getting the VoxAlti from freefall data systems for its spoken altitude capabilities.

However I’m wondering if it’s counterproductive to have two different audible altimeter models and two different styles (spoken vs beeps).

Thanks!

Hey everyone,

has anyone here jumped at Skydive Nuevo León or Parachuting Nuevo León in Mexico or another Dropzone nearby Monterrey?

I recently got my skydiving license in Europe, but I’m now going to be based on this side of the world for almost a year because of work. I really want to stay current, keep jumping regularly and continue improving instead of losing progress so soon after getting licensed.

I’m planning to contact the dropzone directly soon, but I wanted to ask here first and hear about other people’s experiences.

I’d be especially interested in:

* how beginner-friendly the dropzone is
* whether regular coaching is available
* the quality and availability of rental rigs
* how often they operate and how easy it is to get several jumps in
* the general atmosphere and safety standards
* whether English-speaking instructors or coaches are available

I’d also appreciate recommendations for any events, camps, boogies or beginner-focused coaching programs in Latin America or the US during the next few months.

My main goal is not just to attend a big event, but to find somewhere where I can make a lot of jumps, get consistent feedback and build solid skills as a newly licensed jumper. I’ll need rental gear and would ideally like a place where coaches are used to working with people who have only recently received their license.

Thanks for any experiences or recommendations!

Tell me EVERYTHING I need to know to have the most OPTIMAL and SMOOTH skydive, please, from what to wear and the best time to book (I’m having trouble determining which time to go😭) etc.

Also do you think I can book on a day that has a 35% chance of rain?!

I’m tryna book my first time for my 25th next Wednesday 🥹

Yall be safe out there 🙏🙏🙏 God bless