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Senior Member
Join Date: Jun 2000
Location: N. Phoenix AZ USA
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I have skydiving friends with no legs who jump. The landing is as slow and smooth as you want it.
Course then you have to factor in the winds (higher winds mean a slower landing speed, thus a smoother landing) as well as how heavy you are compared to the parachute. Bigger chute means you come down slower, and again a slower, softer landing. Smaller chute and its a lot more sporty (like a 911 versus a Caddy) but then lands faster... If you are 100 pounds it comes down slower, course if you are 230 pounds your descent rate will be higher!
Your choice... nice and docile or a bit sporty! You can have it either way, just not both at the same time! 
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