SDC Rhythm XP

Great to be back at Skydive Chicago. We would like to thank Charlie McGee for a great and memorable 4 years on SDC Rhythm XP. With this we welcome Elliot Byrd to the team. Looking forward to a great Season.

12 hours left!!!

Grab some friends, sign up and get a taste of competition with teams from around the world!

Real judges, real scores, real winners!

Cloud Games 2026 Kick off the 2026 skydiving season with the SDC Cloud Games on June 12-14! Compete globally from your home DZ across 20+ disciplines. sdccloudgames.com

TonySuits is testing out an incredible new mobile 3D measurement scanner, and it’s a total game-changer. You just set up your phone, do a quick 360° spin, and it maps your measurements automatically in about 30 seconds.

To double-check the accuracy, you grab a manual backup measurement right after, submit both, and boom—future-proofed sizing data and some free TonySuits swag for helping them calibrate! 🎁

If you’re looking to get into a flawless new custom suit or just want a peek into the next generation of gear fitting, go check this out. It’s fast, incredibly cool, you get rewarded just for testing it, and you end up with the best suit in the business!

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It's always great to get to train at Skydive Paraclete XP. Great facilities, airplanes, pilots, grounds crew, manifest, and packers.

Flying the best and safest gear in the business just makes the training days even better. Huge thank you to the sponsors keeping us safe and looking sharp:
Sun Path Products, Inc, Cookie Helmets, LB Altimeters, TonySuits, Performance Designs, CYPRES.

Photo: Kevin Penn

Cloud Games 2026 is soon approaching!

June 12-14

If you have ever considered competing, or are a seasoned competitor, Grab your friends and compete!

USPA judges… Yes
Medals… Yes
Live review of results… Yes
1-3 days to complete… Yes
Tons of fun… Absolutely!

Join the fun of competing with teams from around the country and around the world.

Follow the link below for registration, and answers to most of your questions.

Cloud Games June 12-14, 2026CloudGames 2026 Take your team to the next level by competing at your home dropzone in this Global Remote Skydiving Competition! Real Judges, Real Scores, Real Winners. All we need is you. Events **see the rules page for links 4-Way VFS Open4-Way VFS Advanced4-Way VFS Intermediate2-W...

Rookiefest is more than just skydives — it’s the laughs, friendships, memories, and the chase for the traveling trophy 🏆✨.
September 20–21 at Skydive Chicago… coming soon! Don’t miss it.

🔗 Skydivechicago.com/events

Hey Rookies!! Want to jump with some of the best flyers in the world?!?
This weekend is your chance!
Rookiefest Sept 20-21
🔗 skydivechicago.com/events

Chris Webb- SDC Rhythm XP
Doug Barron- SDC Rhythm XP
Steve Loufek- SDC Rhythm XP
Greg Oldendick- SDC Rhythm XP
Jruss- SDC CORE
Steph Strange- SDC CORE
Ace Acevedo- SDC CORE
Joey Baker- SDC MatriX
Rook Nelson- SDC DZO
Steve Lefkowitz- Rhetirement Rhedux
Dan Schultz- Double Trouble
Erika Woodrum

✈️ Meet the Team: SDC Rhythm XP
4-Way FS Open
📅 At SDC: Since 2007
🪂 Team jumps: 30,000+ combined
🥇 Known for: Consistent high-level skydiving and professional coaching

Who they are:
Doug, Webb, Greg, Steve, and Charlie- A mainstay in the competitive scene for nearly two decades, Rhythm XP is defined by a legacy of excellence and a professional approach to the sport. They are a team that thrives on consistency and sharing their expertise through high-level coaching.

Vibe:
They bring a blend of fun and professionalism to every event, ensuring successful skydives while maintaining a supportive team environment. When it comes to training, they keep it focused and methodical.

What sets them apart:
Their ability to navigate the "never-ending story" of chasing perfection. They handle the intense pressure of competition by leaning on each other and maintaining a unified front.

Favorite moment:
The thrill of Round 11 at the 2019 USPA Skydiving Nationals.

Team mindset:
Challenging lineup changes and the pursuit of the perfect jump are met with one strategy: "Together as a team supporting each other."

Behind the scenes:
Success is built on the small things—from their signature pre-jump handshakes to their ability to overcome the hurdles of shifting rosters through clear, open communication.

DZ fuel:
The classic PB&J.

If aliens landed at SDC, what would you show them first?
The Pond.

If you had to pick a movie title that describes your training season:
The NeverEnding Story