The Krāv Show

We discuss JRuss’ bus conversion, why Keith says every skydiver should get involved in competition and what it’s like to own a drop zone. We also talk about some often neglected safety issues related to canopy flight and the need for proper training and awareness. Keith also talks about his experience as a tunnel instructor, the challenges faced by the tunnel industry and why just being friendly is one of the easiest and best things you can do to help your home DZ be successful. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

JRuss and Chris discuss a biltong drying machine, their bus conversion project, autonomous vehicles, and skydiving. They also talk about exit separation, knowing jump run, and where to fly your canopy after opening. They emphasize the importance of understanding exit separation and how it is calculated based on the ground speed of the aircraft as well as knowing jump run and being aware of other groups in the sky. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

What it's like being a tunnel instructor? Why Summerfest is so fun and a new course taught by Pete Allum that we'll be releasing soon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

4-way competition, building a good team and what it takes to be a professional skydiver. We also have a very interesting discussion about why it might not be a good idea to kick your legs at another skydiver when you’re under canopy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

We talk about some legislation coming out of Hawaii that could potentially make lift tickets more expensive, we tell some plane crash stories and discuss whether it’s better to stay in the play or bail out and JRuss tells us all about the recent Max Pyro event he was a part of. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

Chris talks about a recent cutaway, we discuss differing ideas on how to safely deal with line twists and Dr. Ryan gives us some really great tips on how to effectively get rid of lower back pain. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

Raj gives us a POV of his own personal progression into the world of big way skydiving and record setting jumps. We hear about what it takes to be a part of these jumps, how to progress your flying skills, and a very positive message of invitation for more of us to join in the fun! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

Big way skydiving and record jumps look so fun! But, how do you get started? We talk about skills required for big way jumps, how to get involved in big way camps, and what big way organizers are looking for. We also connect with listener Brian Piper and offer up some coaching and feedback on an angle video he sent in. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

We discuss the women’s head up world record, why flat-tracking is so important to your progression, the benefits of joining jumps that are “too easy” and personal growth. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

Why you should high five a cutaway survivor, what makes for a good organizer and how to be a positive influence on the skydiving community. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

We talk about some of our favorite movies from the 1980's and then get straight into vertical flying transitions. Head up to head down, head down to head up, back flip transitions, front flip transitions and even cart wheels transitions; we cover it all. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

We hear a couple of embarrassing stories of Hero to Heal syndrome, we talk about what mixed formation skydiving is and how it can help you become a better flyer and we discuss Andy's simple but effective "Triangle of Progression" - sacrifice, time & money. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

Tom Baker and Mike Brewer have done some pretty cool stuff. We hear some great stories, a harrowing tale of a comeback after a speed flying accident, and chat for a while about a new discipline in the world of skydiving. Who's leading the way? An amazing group of people over at Momentum Flight! https://fptower.org https://www.momentumflight.com/home/flockandflow --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

Cameron McMahan and Ray Kubiak have some HUGE plans for the skydiving community!! They are building an amazing adventure resort near Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and it's all centered around a 14 ft. and a 17 ft. tunnel. They are excited to welcome in skydivers, pro flyers and outside coaches and hope to provide the skydiving community with something truly special and unique. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

The beautiful, flowing locks, a humble spirit, a talented and accomplished skydiver and wingsuit pilot; Jack Lane is a joy to be around. We hear how Jack got into skydiving, we talk about his philosophy of coaching and we drool over the amazing capabilities of the Mutant harness. Jack shares some really interesting technical aspects of the Mutant and we talk about the theoretical possibilities of getting into a spiral lock or "G" lock. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

The first of hopefully many to come Side Quest episodes of The Krāv Show. We leave the well-beaten path of skydiving and blaze a trail through a jungle of eclectic topics and ideas. In this episode JRuss shares a hilarious story about a visit to the doctor, we talk about pornography and we discuss the existence of God, good and evil and free will. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

We share quite a few laughs and hear a harrowing story about an AAD fire resulting in a two-out scenario during a high performance swoop. We also discuss canopy piloting and how gps data can keep you safe and help you progress; and we talk about big-way records, RW and being a part of a team. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

Ray Kubiak is the longest running tunnel instructor in the world. He has been coaching, teaching and instructing in the tunnel since 1996. That's actually not true, because when he first started instructing, all the "tunnels" were open-air and non-recirculating. In this episode you'll hear some hilarious stories, quite a few unique "Rayisms", a little bit of rambling, some great tips on how to be a good coach and all about the amazing adventure resort Ray is building in Tennessee with two wind tunnels; a 14 ft and 17 ft!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

We tell some pretty funny stories, we talk about how JRuss got into skydiving and tunnel flying, JRuss gives us a crazy tip on how to better avoid dust devils and we have a good discussion about being a good organizer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support

What things make for an effective coach or instructor? Are learning styles really a thing? Do videos of mistakes and bad outcomes really help us learn? Justin Wageman has a Phd. in Education and shares some pretty interesting insights, studies and theories about coaching, instructing, progression and learning. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kravtofly/support