Why The Hook Knife Is Not Optional
Why the hook knife is essential safety equipment in skydiving. Real-world scenarios show how this simple tool can save lives.
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Staying Alive
Safety protocol, information and articles to help everyone stay alive when BASE jumping, skydiving and any other activity
Video: GoPro Snag Hazard, Fixed
A quick, cheap GoPro fix that removes a common snag hazard. This simple fix can help reduce bridle and line snag risks in skydiving.
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Injury Recovery Series: Gary Pacelli
A firsthand account of a skydiving accident, paralysis, recovery, and the realities of rebuilding life after a life-changing injury.
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CYPRES AFF Saves. Normal. Not Normal.
This article looks at a real CYPRES activation, why it happened, and what it teaches us about altitude awareness and decision-making.
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A Lesson in Staying Calm
A reserve deployment on climb out led to an extreme emergency. Why staying calm and thinking clearly can save lives.
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When the Engine Fails
What every skydiver must know about aircraft emergencies, jumper responsibility, and real-world safety lessons from the pilot’s seat.
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CYRES Fire: Two Out High Speed Activation
After an accidental CYPRES activation during a high-speed turn, a veteran skydiver shares the hard lessons learned for the entire community.
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Emergency Procedure: Landing With One Arm
Learn how to land your parachute safely with one arm. This four-minute video explains the techniques every jumper should know..
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Opening Up the Airspace
A practical guide to staying safe and predictable in busy canopy traffic at larger drop zones.
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Injury Recovery: Rob Heron
Part of Skydive Mag’s Injury Recovery Series, Rob Heron shares his story of resilience and healing after multiple near-fatal injuries and the long road back.
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