I've heard before that BASE got it's start with some skydivers doing pull-offs from towers. Letting the canopy out, let the wind catch it and mostly inflate it, and then launch. I'm wondering how well this works. Ups and downs, that type of thing. I can see you would be starting real close, and might have a chance to rock back into the tower or wires. Anyone have experience with this, and/or thoughts/suggestions/look-out-fors.
After seeing the dude with the paraglider launch the bridge (low wind?) I would like more info on this subject. A 9 cell PD F-111 canopy, about a 1:1 wing loading, good landing areas, no bags, things like that. one reason I ask is I have no BASE rig. Have my sweethog, but unless my arss is climbing 2,000 ft, I wouldn't use it. So, can I get down from sightseeing at my favorite 300 footer this way.
YES, I know, get a BASE rig, problem solved. With lack of cash, it's easier said than done.
and yes, I know---HOW MUCH IS YOUR LIFE WORTH COMPARED TO A BASE CONTAINER????????? just wondering about some considerations of pull-offs.
2,000 feet is a long climb, and the landing area sucks!
Thanks......
Thomas

"You have to let go to accelerate."