Sky Diving Equipment

All About Indoor Skydiving -- Seattle

Sat, 03 Nov 2007 05:45:55 -0400

Of course, when you are in flight a few minutes might feel like an hour! The strange sensation of floating in the air is so different that time seems to go very slowly. Unlike actual skydiving, there is no jumping involved with indoor skydiving. Rather than jumping from a high area, you stand on the ground. You are lifted off the ground by the wind and kept in the air. The powerful wind current lifts and keeps you aloft and simulates the same conditions as you would experience during an actual skydiving session. Tags: Indoor Skydiving Seattle

What is a Skydiving Wind Tunnel?

Sat, 03 Nov 2007 05:45:55 -0400

If you've ever experienced traditional skydiving, you may find a skydiving wind tunnel a bit different. Some seasoned jumpers feel the tunnel is quite restrictive, but of course they are accustomed to the wide open sky. Wind tunnels are ideal for training purposes and are often used by competitive skydivers as well as those preparing for their very first jump. The conditions in the tunnel are very similar to actual skydiving conditions, therefore this is an effective way to train yourself. To find out if there is a tunnel near you, look in your local Yellow Pages or try an online search. Tags: Skydiving Wind Tunnel

Is Simulated Sky Diving as Good as the Real Thing?

Sat, 03 Nov 2007 05:45:55 -0400

Simulated sky diving is also a great way to practice for real sky diving. Competitive sky divers use wind tunnels for training purposes. If you are preparing for your first real sky dive, using a simulator first can help you work on your body positions and give you the sensation of free falling beforehand so you will know what to expect. Believe it or not, sky diving takes more than the ability to fall from the sky. Whether you visit a wind tunnel for practice purposes or just want to have a good time, you're sure to enjoy this fun and exciting experience. Tags: Simulated Sky Diving