Central California can get hot mid summer…I’m talking 110° hot. There is not much going on in Lodi or the general vicinity. Mostly dry fields and vineyards, but for me, it’s where I jump out of planes.
The drop zone is filled with unique characters of all ages and backgrounds, more or less a melting pot of alternative individuals. It is one of those things really hard to describe unless you witness it for yourself.
I love jumping in Lodi due to the care-free attitude, the extremely cheap prices, and the “I just want to jump” mentality. Much nicer and lets just say “by the book” dropzones exist but this place suits me the best!
If you ever want to learn to skydive…come to Lodi. $500 and 7 jumps later you are on your own. After that you can jump out of the plane for $15. Let me tell you…it’s a great way to spend $15!
The changing room…
This is where everyone comes to pack rigs, manifest for a jump load, prepare for a tandem jump or just hang out and talk about how rad you are. These hangers are where you can find some “colorful” people.
Tandem students watching the 10 minute instruction video before they are strapped to the belly of a tandem master who then pushes them out of the plane…often times screaming.
Annika packing one up…
Waiting for my ride…
Loading up…
Final approach…
Fill it up again!
Another perk to Lodi is the numerous large antenna’s in the area. This one stands 1800 feet off the deck!
Erik!! Its your cousin Lysa! You are amazing!! I feel so cool being related to you! Scott is going to be totally jealous of all of your adventures, this stuff is right up his alley. I love your blog, im excited to be able to see what you are up to, i cant believe how crazy you are! Your life is every little boys dream..
i jumped in las vegas, nevada skydive, and was awesom!!
i the best way to spend money