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Tafkam Hokie

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Forgot about how long the ride up was. But when I went, it was a static


line jump from 3K, not a tandem jump from 12K, so the ride up probably was not as long as you are thinking.

Still, in that 3K climb, I'm pretty sure I gave at least a slight nod to every religion I'd ever heard off just to cover my bases.

The whole experience was a weird rollercoaster of emotions. You start with tense, almost terrifying anticipation. Then you get the single biggest adrenaline rush I think is possible for a human to survive. After that is the most peaceful experience you can imagine (floating down under the parachute). Then wrap it up with another quick jolt of adrenaline as you realize HOLY CRAP THE GROUND IS COMING UP FAST!!!!!!


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Posted: 01/16/2019 at 8:07PM


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