… and RAIN! <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/wet-skydive-spaceland-houston-by-JP-Furnari-FI-1024x576.jpg\")
A wet, wet, WET landing area at Skydive Spaceland
Photo by JP Furnari<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nOne of the most common questions we see in our social media news feeds this time of the year is, \u201cHow wet is the landing area?\u201d <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you have to ask, the answer is usually \u201cunderwater!\u201d <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSo, we have at least a fair chance of landing in a puddle from time to time. As you might have already discovered, it\u2019s far from the end of the world! There are a few things that can help you land more safely and better manage your gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water landing technique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Puddles are the last hazard to avoid. Water won\u2019t hurt you unless it\u2019s deep enough to drown in and you can\u2019t swim. Plan your landing pattern to avoid obstacles and people first, puddles last.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWater won\u2019t hurt you unless it\u2019s deep enough to drown in <\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/A-goodspaceland-houston-wet-landings-by-Erendira-SanchezIMG_0045editFILG-1024x576.jpg\")
Instructor Hank Prewitt surfs the main landing area, showing us how it\u2019s done
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t dodge puddles if you\u2019re on final. Since no one WANTS to land in the water, it\u2019s very tempting to turn a little left or right to avoid a puddle when you\u2019re about to land. However, remember two things: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- One, low turns can hurt you a whole lot more than a little water! <\/li>
- Two, other skydivers may be flying near you, and your turns may cause them to turn low to avoid you and thereby risk injury. Not cool!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Water and mud are super slick\u2013be ready to PLF!\u00a0Whether you\u2019re touching down in a puddle or slick mud, chances are very good that you may slip and fall. As funny as it can be for the rest of us to watch others trying to stay on their feet in this scenario, it can increase your risk of injury. Just like if the ground were dry, always be prepared to PLF if your landing isn\u2019t going as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/spaceland-houston-wet-landings-by-Erendira-SanchezIMG_9975edit-FI-LG2-1024x576.jpg\")
Puddles are the last hazard to avoid, after obstacles and other skydivers
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLook after your gear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Once you\u2019re down, hop up quick to get the rig out of the water.\u00a0If the container soaks in water for any length of time, it will have to be dried before it can be repacked, meaning you can\u2019t jump it again for awhile. And if the reserve container gets soaked, there\u2019s a reserve inspection and repack in your future and that rig is down for even longer. Thirdly, there is the risk that if the reserve container gets very wet, your automatic activation device (AAD, Cypres<\/a> in our rigs) may have gotten wet enough that it will need maintenance as well\u2013>more potential downtime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/muddy-rig-350x467-1.jpeg\")
If the container soaks in water for any length of time, it will have to be dried before it can be repacked<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPick the canopy up out of the water quickly as well. If your canopy lands in standing water, pick it up as quickly as you can rather than waiting until after you\u2019ve removed helmet\/goggles, etc. The packers won\u2019t pack a wet canopy, so if you want to jump that rig again soon, pick it up quick to minimize its soaking time! Make sure you have every bit of the gear off the ground before carrying it in, as always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your jumpsuit or shoes get significantly muddy, you can hose them off out back by the observation deck or between the hangars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your rig gets significantly muddy, it\u2019s usually best to scrape off any clinging mud, then let the rig dry thoroughly before using a brush to knock the rest of it out of the fabric. If you brush it wet, you\u2019re just cramming the dirt deeper into the fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not sure if your rig needs any special care after a wet landing? Ask one of the packers or instructors for help if you\u2019re not sure how to handle your wet gear. If the rig needs cleaning and a repack, you will incur some charges from the riggers whether you are jumping your own gear or renting gear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Bring dry shoes and socks to wear after jumping.\u00a0Don\u2019t waste your last pair of dry socks and shoes on another water landing, but it sure is nice to have dry feet for the evening and on the way home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.skydivemag.com\/new\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/spaceland-houston-wet-landings-by-Erendira-Sanchez-WEB2.jpg\")
Stay safe, not dry \ud83d\ude42<\/em>
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nArticle<\/a> originally published on Skydive Spaceland’s website<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photo by JP Furnari<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
One of the most common questions we see in our social media news feeds this time of the year is, \u201cHow wet is the landing area?\u201d <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nIf you have to ask, the answer is usually \u201cunderwater!\u201d <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSo, we have at least a fair chance of landing in a puddle from time to time. As you might have already discovered, it\u2019s far from the end of the world! There are a few things that can help you land more safely and better manage your gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water landing technique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Puddles are the last hazard to avoid. Water won\u2019t hurt you unless it\u2019s deep enough to drown in and you can\u2019t swim. Plan your landing pattern to avoid obstacles and people first, puddles last.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWater won\u2019t hurt you unless it\u2019s deep enough to drown in <\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\nInstructor Hank Prewitt surfs the main landing area, showing us how it\u2019s done
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t dodge puddles if you\u2019re on final. Since no one WANTS to land in the water, it\u2019s very tempting to turn a little left or right to avoid a puddle when you\u2019re about to land. However, remember two things: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- One, low turns can hurt you a whole lot more than a little water! <\/li>
- Two, other skydivers may be flying near you, and your turns may cause them to turn low to avoid you and thereby risk injury. Not cool!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Water and mud are super slick\u2013be ready to PLF!\u00a0Whether you\u2019re touching down in a puddle or slick mud, chances are very good that you may slip and fall. As funny as it can be for the rest of us to watch others trying to stay on their feet in this scenario, it can increase your risk of injury. Just like if the ground were dry, always be prepared to PLF if your landing isn\u2019t going as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPuddles are the last hazard to avoid, after obstacles and other skydivers
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLook after your gear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Once you\u2019re down, hop up quick to get the rig out of the water.\u00a0If the container soaks in water for any length of time, it will have to be dried before it can be repacked, meaning you can\u2019t jump it again for awhile. And if the reserve container gets soaked, there\u2019s a reserve inspection and repack in your future and that rig is down for even longer. Thirdly, there is the risk that if the reserve container gets very wet, your automatic activation device (AAD, Cypres<\/a> in our rigs) may have gotten wet enough that it will need maintenance as well\u2013>more potential downtime. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf the container soaks in water for any length of time, it will have to be dried before it can be repacked<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPick the canopy up out of the water quickly as well. If your canopy lands in standing water, pick it up as quickly as you can rather than waiting until after you\u2019ve removed helmet\/goggles, etc. The packers won\u2019t pack a wet canopy, so if you want to jump that rig again soon, pick it up quick to minimize its soaking time! Make sure you have every bit of the gear off the ground before carrying it in, as always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your jumpsuit or shoes get significantly muddy, you can hose them off out back by the observation deck or between the hangars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your rig gets significantly muddy, it\u2019s usually best to scrape off any clinging mud, then let the rig dry thoroughly before using a brush to knock the rest of it out of the fabric. If you brush it wet, you\u2019re just cramming the dirt deeper into the fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not sure if your rig needs any special care after a wet landing? Ask one of the packers or instructors for help if you\u2019re not sure how to handle your wet gear. If the rig needs cleaning and a repack, you will incur some charges from the riggers whether you are jumping your own gear or renting gear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Bring dry shoes and socks to wear after jumping.\u00a0Don\u2019t waste your last pair of dry socks and shoes on another water landing, but it sure is nice to have dry feet for the evening and on the way home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nStay safe, not dry \ud83d\ude42<\/em>
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nArticle<\/a> originally published on Skydive Spaceland’s website<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have to ask, the answer is usually \u201cunderwater!\u201d <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSo, we have at least a fair chance of landing in a puddle from time to time. As you might have already discovered, it\u2019s far from the end of the world! There are a few things that can help you land more safely and better manage your gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water landing technique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Puddles are the last hazard to avoid. Water won\u2019t hurt you unless it\u2019s deep enough to drown in and you can\u2019t swim. Plan your landing pattern to avoid obstacles and people first, puddles last.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWater won\u2019t hurt you unless it\u2019s deep enough to drown in <\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\nInstructor Hank Prewitt surfs the main landing area, showing us how it\u2019s done
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t dodge puddles if you\u2019re on final. Since no one WANTS to land in the water, it\u2019s very tempting to turn a little left or right to avoid a puddle when you\u2019re about to land. However, remember two things: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- One, low turns can hurt you a whole lot more than a little water! <\/li>
- Two, other skydivers may be flying near you, and your turns may cause them to turn low to avoid you and thereby risk injury. Not cool!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Water and mud are super slick\u2013be ready to PLF!\u00a0Whether you\u2019re touching down in a puddle or slick mud, chances are very good that you may slip and fall. As funny as it can be for the rest of us to watch others trying to stay on their feet in this scenario, it can increase your risk of injury. Just like if the ground were dry, always be prepared to PLF if your landing isn\u2019t going as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPuddles are the last hazard to avoid, after obstacles and other skydivers
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLook after your gear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Once you\u2019re down, hop up quick to get the rig out of the water.\u00a0If the container soaks in water for any length of time, it will have to be dried before it can be repacked, meaning you can\u2019t jump it again for awhile. And if the reserve container gets soaked, there\u2019s a reserve inspection and repack in your future and that rig is down for even longer. Thirdly, there is the risk that if the reserve container gets very wet, your automatic activation device (AAD, Cypres<\/a> in our rigs) may have gotten wet enough that it will need maintenance as well\u2013>more potential downtime. <\/p>\n\n\n\nIf the container soaks in water for any length of time, it will have to be dried before it can be repacked<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nPick the canopy up out of the water quickly as well. If your canopy lands in standing water, pick it up as quickly as you can rather than waiting until after you\u2019ve removed helmet\/goggles, etc. The packers won\u2019t pack a wet canopy, so if you want to jump that rig again soon, pick it up quick to minimize its soaking time! Make sure you have every bit of the gear off the ground before carrying it in, as always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your jumpsuit or shoes get significantly muddy, you can hose them off out back by the observation deck or between the hangars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your rig gets significantly muddy, it\u2019s usually best to scrape off any clinging mud, then let the rig dry thoroughly before using a brush to knock the rest of it out of the fabric. If you brush it wet, you\u2019re just cramming the dirt deeper into the fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not sure if your rig needs any special care after a wet landing? Ask one of the packers or instructors for help if you\u2019re not sure how to handle your wet gear. If the rig needs cleaning and a repack, you will incur some charges from the riggers whether you are jumping your own gear or renting gear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Bring dry shoes and socks to wear after jumping.\u00a0Don\u2019t waste your last pair of dry socks and shoes on another water landing, but it sure is nice to have dry feet for the evening and on the way home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nStay safe, not dry \ud83d\ude42<\/em>
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nArticle<\/a> originally published on Skydive Spaceland’s website<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, we have at least a fair chance of landing in a puddle from time to time. As you might have already discovered, it\u2019s far from the end of the world! There are a few things that can help you land more safely and better manage your gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Water landing technique<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Puddles are the last hazard to avoid. Water won\u2019t hurt you unless it\u2019s deep enough to drown in and you can\u2019t swim. Plan your landing pattern to avoid obstacles and people first, puddles last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Water won\u2019t hurt you unless it\u2019s deep enough to drown in <\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Don\u2019t dodge puddles if you\u2019re on final. Since no one WANTS to land in the water, it\u2019s very tempting to turn a little left or right to avoid a puddle when you\u2019re about to land. However, remember two things: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Water and mud are super slick\u2013be ready to PLF!\u00a0Whether you\u2019re touching down in a puddle or slick mud, chances are very good that you may slip and fall. As funny as it can be for the rest of us to watch others trying to stay on their feet in this scenario, it can increase your risk of injury. Just like if the ground were dry, always be prepared to PLF if your landing isn\u2019t going as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once you\u2019re down, hop up quick to get the rig out of the water.\u00a0If the container soaks in water for any length of time, it will have to be dried before it can be repacked, meaning you can\u2019t jump it again for awhile. And if the reserve container gets soaked, there\u2019s a reserve inspection and repack in your future and that rig is down for even longer. Thirdly, there is the risk that if the reserve container gets very wet, your automatic activation device (AAD, Cypres<\/a> in our rigs) may have gotten wet enough that it will need maintenance as well\u2013>more potential downtime. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Pick the canopy up out of the water quickly as well. If your canopy lands in standing water, pick it up as quickly as you can rather than waiting until after you\u2019ve removed helmet\/goggles, etc. The packers won\u2019t pack a wet canopy, so if you want to jump that rig again soon, pick it up quick to minimize its soaking time! Make sure you have every bit of the gear off the ground before carrying it in, as always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your jumpsuit or shoes get significantly muddy, you can hose them off out back by the observation deck or between the hangars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If your rig gets significantly muddy, it\u2019s usually best to scrape off any clinging mud, then let the rig dry thoroughly before using a brush to knock the rest of it out of the fabric. If you brush it wet, you\u2019re just cramming the dirt deeper into the fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Not sure if your rig needs any special care after a wet landing? Ask one of the packers or instructors for help if you\u2019re not sure how to handle your wet gear. If the rig needs cleaning and a repack, you will incur some charges from the riggers whether you are jumping your own gear or renting gear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Bring dry shoes and socks to wear after jumping.\u00a0Don\u2019t waste your last pair of dry socks and shoes on another water landing, but it sure is nice to have dry feet for the evening and on the way home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Article<\/a> originally published on Skydive Spaceland’s website<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nLook after your gear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Tip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Photo by Erendira Sanchez<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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