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Posted 02 April 2009 - 09:32 PM

I was wondering if anyone has tried this http://www.airkix.com/. I'm trying to think of something fun for me and my friends to do for my birthday. It says on their website that they can deal with people with physical disabilities I was wondering how difficult it may be with a sci as it's quite an expensive thing if it doesn't really work!
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Posted 02 April 2009 - 09:53 PM

Looks awesome, where is it Milton Keynes? Might give that a go myself, i've done a real skydive and loved it once you get a taste of it you want more.

Them places are normally well padded so i can't see it being much of a problem, since they can deal with people with physical disabilities i'm sure you'll be fine. Sounds like a great idea for your birthday. Just give them a ring and findout.

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Posted 02 April 2009 - 09:55 PM

Yes, it's at Xscape at Milton Keynes.
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Posted 03 April 2009 - 09:23 AM

Hey trin That looks amazing. Tricky, but amazing. Wish they would build something like that at our xscape up here, maybe in about ten years time....but if you can keep that horse in line, you'll be fine. I would hope they would want you to come in for a look and a chat first to make sure you can do it before taking your money off you.

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Posted 03 April 2009 - 09:34 AM

Indoor Skydiving looks a blast, I would give it a go. I am not over keen to try real skydiving as it has an added complication if the chute does not open!

Contact your doctor and let him give you some advice on possible risks. As for Xscape, I am sure given the all clear by your doctor they would be delighted to help.
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Posted 03 April 2009 - 09:34 AM

Hey Trin, i've been diving for almost 13 years now and 1 1/2 solo post injury. The air tubes, is what we use exclusively to test out out bat-suit's and get them tuned. I'd highly recommend one, I think you'd enjoy it quite a bit!!! :) Just make sure you wear your KAFO/AFO braces to keep your legs from fluttering around in the wind chop! :)
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