Skydive Expo 2012

Where to stay??

Expo — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:19:23 +0000

If you are coming to the Skydive Expo and have not found a place to stay yet, please check out the local (and near-local) options available to Expo visitors.
The Clarion Inn and Comfort Inn in DeLand along with the Plaza Spa and Resort all offer special deals to skydivers. Make sure to mention the code “Skydive Expo” when you book to get the Expo discount.

Pre-Registration Open

Expo — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:23:27 +0000

Pre-registration is now open for Skydive Expo 2012!

Pre-register now at www.skydiveexpo2012.ezregister.com.

The cost is $27.50 online before March 31, and $30 after April 1 and at the door. Registration includes the Expo hall, unlimited seminars, load organizing, and t-shirt. Jump tickets are not included in registration.

Confirmed Vendors!

Expo — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:04:23 +0000

To see a list of all the vendors coming to exhibit at the Expo, please click here.
We will keep this list updated as new manufacturers are added. Over the next couple of weeks, we will add detailed introductions for each one to give you a little preview of what they will have to show you at the Expo.

Vendor: Airtec – makers of the CYPRES

Expo — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:02:15 +0000

Most all jumpers have heard of the CYPRES (CYbernatic Parachute RElease System) – an automatic activation device for your reserve. The makers of the CYPRES travel all the way from Bad Wunnenberg in Germany to introduce their product to Expo visitors. Since this unit is normally buried deep in your reserve container, this is your chance to get to hold one, watch the cutter fire and learn about the different settings and models offered. You can’t miss their booth – a bunch of guys proudly sporting fuchsia colored shirts don’t go unnoticed.

A little bit about the history of the company, compliments of representative Rob Kendall:
“The 1st Original CYPRES unit was sold in January 1st 1991, so for or more than 20 years Airtec have been making the most reliable AAD on the market!
The idea of the the 1st electronically based AAD stemmed from a tragic accident. The best friend of Helmut Cloth (owner and inventor of the CYPRES AAD) died after impacting with the ground because for reasons that will never be known he was not able to deploy either his main or reserve. Helmut Cloth devoted his time and more funds than he had to try and build a device that would prevent others from feeling the same loss he did. After 6 years of designing and building a device that had not previously existed The CYPRES was born!
As well as providing the Civilian Skydiving world with the Student, Tandem, Expert and Speed AAD we also provide AAD solutions for Military personnel, a unique unit for pilots and Smoke Jumpers (Firefighters) and Military AATV units. All in all we have a palette of more than 17 different AAD products that are used globally.”

When asked what CYPRES crew hoped to impart to visiting skydivers at the Expo, Rob answered with this: “INFORMATION, The guys at the CYPRES stand have made their way directly from CYPRES HQ with one main objective: to answer as many questions as possible. The CYPRES AAD is a complex device designed to be used with simplicity in mind but skydivers are inquisitive and we are on site and more than happy to answer any question you may have. Come on and give us a try!”

At their booth, CYPRES plans on demonstrating cutters in action and they hope that you will visit their booth hungry for information about the unit. Michael “Albi” Alberts is their new “kid” on tour, accompanying veteran Rob Kendall.

And lastly, a copule of cool notes about the CYPRES:

CYPRES has produced more than 148,000 CYPRES units to date
Close to 100 million Jumps made with CYPRES units
Around 3000 Lives saved
CYPRES has never failed to activate and cut the loop when the conditions were met

To learn more, visit their website or Facebook page.

Pre-registration for vendors coming to a close

Expo — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:20:14 +0000

It’s been a busy couple of months behind the scenes and the Expo organizers have been hard at work planning venues, layouts, setups and all the nitty-gritty stuff that goes into making an event happen.

But now it’s time for the fun stuff – finalizing the lineup of vendors, organizers and speakers that will be on hand here in DeLand the first week of April 2012.
Our goal is to create an environment where skydivers of all levels of abilities can come and learn about their equipment, get caught up on the latest and greatest, attend seminars by some of the industry giants and finally complete the week by getting on some awesome loads at Skydive DeLand.

As always, please do stalk us on Twitter and Facebook, we would love to hear from you with any requests or questions you might have for us!

It’s on for 2012!

Expo — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:44:49 +0000

We had so much fun in 2010 that we have decided to do it again in 2012 – except this time with much better weather! The Skydive Expo is a 6-day multi-part event, where we will focus on showcasing equipment, offer educational seminars and do some jumping.
The main focus of the Skydive Expo will be the trade-show where manufacturers from all over will feature their gear at booths, answer questions and show off the latest and greatest and some demo gear will be available. Daily seminars will be offered on a wide range of skydiving related topics by some of the best and brightest minds we can find in the industry.
Load organizers will on-hand be at Skydive DeLand during the jump portion of the Expo, putting together small, low-key, pick-up-style jumps throughout the event.

So, now would probably be a good time to let your boss know that you need some time off the first week in April and book your tickets to DeLand, Florida for April 3-8, 2012. Bring your gear, a thirsty mind and be ready to have an awesome time. Watch this space for more information on organizers, hotels, seminars, pre-registration and all that good stuff.

If you are a VENDOR that is interested in exhibiting your wares at the Skydive Expo 2012, please contact Kolla for more information. Space is limited and we do expect to sell out again, so get in touch sooner rather than later.