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19,234 topics in this forum

1. NEW GPS Tracker   1 2

   By Squeak, July 30, 2015
   • 26 replies
   • 7,394 views
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   • Hellis
   • August 16, 2015

2. Online repository of manuals?   1 2

   By PhreeZone, October 22, 2006
   • 26 replies
   • 7,228 views
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   • bob.dino
   • November 16, 2006

3. **STUPID NEWBIE QUESTION** What makes a parachute work?   1 2

   By Nightingale, October 2, 2003
   • 26 replies
   • 2,955 views
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   • CrazyIvan
   • October 4, 2003

4. helmet said goodbye   1 2

   By sgt_ludy, May 14, 2006
   • 26 replies
   • 4,479 views
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   • sgt_ludy
   • May 24, 2006

5. My new jumpsuit..what ya think?   1 2

   By atsaubrey, August 23, 2005
   • 26 replies
   • 2,242 views
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   • slug
   • August 26, 2005

6. Mission Impossible: Newbie Question on AADs   1 2

   By Michele, November 8, 2002
   • 26 replies
   • 3,892 views
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   • FliegendeWolf
   • November 10, 2002

7. Smallest most aerodynamic container?   1 2

   By Jkralovec, July 1, 2009
   • 26 replies
   • 5,167 views
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   • NeedToJump
   • July 7, 2009

8. Repack a 5 cell swift?   1 2

   By bodypilot90, October 19, 2010
   • 26 replies
   • 4,081 views
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   • gowlerk
   • October 25, 2010

9. Portable sewing machine advice   1 2

   By mxk, February 3, 2015
   • 26 replies
   • 11,161 views
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   • mcordell
   • February 6, 2015

10. Only FF suits are cool...why?   1 2

    By mattyblast, December 12, 2005
    • 26 replies
    • 2,924 views
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    • RossDagley
    • December 16, 2005

11. Making parts   1 2

    By parafredo, February 13, 2015
    • 26 replies
    • 8,033 views
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    • riggerrob
    • February 15, 2015

12. live on a mountain. is that a reason to turn off Cypress?   1 2

    By Kuper, December 9, 2004
    • 26 replies
    • 4,221 views
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    • sundevil777
    • March 15, 2006

13. Knot in bridle   1 2

    By freeasabird, May 8, 2005
    • 26 replies
    • 6,558 views
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    • skydiverek
    • September 18, 2009

14. 800' Cypes Fire & Damaged Cutter Unit   1 2

    By Unstable, March 17, 2008
    • 26 replies
    • 3,365 views
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    • badlock
    • March 23, 2008

15. my pullout system   1 2

    By Steel, September 2, 2003
    • 26 replies
    • 3,470 views
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    • murrays
    • September 4, 2003

16. Reserve sizing ?   1 2

    By Phillbo, November 21, 2003
    • 26 replies
    • 2,458 views
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    • Tonto
    • November 25, 2003

17. Getting a Neptune, need a recommend & some ??s...   1 2

    By SkydiveNFlorida, February 24, 2004
    • 26 replies
    • 1,727 views
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    • SkymonkeyONE
    • March 3, 2004

18. Areodyne Tandem Canopy - A2. Comments?   1 2

    By clint, December 9, 2004
    • 26 replies
    • 3,517 views
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    • egons
    • June 6, 2005

19. Whats New at PIA??   1 2

    By Skydive2, February 16, 2011
    • 26 replies
    • 5,327 views
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    • danielcroft
    • February 23, 2011

20. New Jumper Gear to avoid   1 2

    By dvlax40, August 25, 2015
    • 26 replies
    • 7,538 views
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    • Unstable
    • August 27, 2015

21. Field pack safety?   1 2

    By nigel99, December 15, 2011
    • 26 replies
    • 3,272 views
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    • sundevil777
    • December 16, 2011

22. Packing Precision Aerodynamics chutes ???   1 2

    By MotherGoose, November 1, 2006
    • 26 replies
    • 4,014 views
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    • MotherGoose
    • November 7, 2006

23. Video Goggles   1 2

    By BigTom99, January 11, 2010
    • 26 replies
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    • johnboy
    • January 20, 2010

24. Anyone with an Infinity have hip rings and/or stainless hardware?   1 2

    By grue, July 5, 2005
    • 26 replies
    • 2,379 views
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    • tso-d_chris
    • July 10, 2005

25. Katana questions   1 2

    By ladyskydiver, July 6, 2004
    • 26 replies
    • 4,786 views
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    • Winkey
    • April 30, 2008

26. Dacron line strech?   1 2

    By skydiverek, January 21, 2003
    • 26 replies
    • 10,204 views
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    • masterrigger1
    • June 5, 2005

27. I'm new and need helmet advice...   1 2

    By jumpjunkie2004, March 25, 2005
    • 26 replies
    • 1,924 views
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    • ltdiver
    • March 27, 2005

28. Crazy to consider an F-111 canopy?   1 2

    By Airviking, November 5, 2010
    • 26 replies
    • 3,367 views
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    • jumpwally
    • December 8, 2010

29. Anyone still using a PISA Hornet?   1 2

    By gunsmokex, August 29, 2015
    • 26 replies
    • 8,374 views
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    • Fuck
    • September 19, 2015

30. packing a spectre   1 2

    By mrmanta, January 10, 2008
    • 26 replies
    • 7,259 views
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    • Zarkon
    • January 16, 2008

31. Scuff On Container   1 2

    By MagicGuy, January 10, 2007
    • 26 replies
    • 2,901 views
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    • dorbie
    • January 13, 2007

32. Tell me about your canopy...   1 2

    By Baksteen, January 11, 2008
    • 26 replies
    • 2,829 views
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    • Baksteen
    • July 14, 2008

33. Military discount?   1 2

    By Yites, January 30, 2009
    • 26 replies
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    • CrashProne
    • February 5, 2017

34. New Container! What do you think?   1 2

    By petejones45, October 9, 2009
    • 26 replies
    • 3,968 views
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    • lost_n_confuzd
    • November 2, 2009

35. 'Flop' or 'Roll' packing...   1 2

    By masterrig, August 31, 2004
    • 26 replies
    • 2,727 views
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    • sabr190
    • September 1, 2004

36. Can I do my delays with my own rig?   1 2

    By bazelos, February 12, 2006
    • 26 replies
    • 1,812 views
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    • MooChooser
    • February 19, 2006

37. What's wrong with my PC?   1 2

    By Marc11, February 1, 2009
    • 26 replies
    • 2,511 views
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    • dannydan
    • February 4, 2009

38. Should I buy an FXC 12000 AAD   1 2

    By jclalor, November 16, 2008
    • 26 replies
    • 8,379 views
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    • BlindBrick
    • November 20, 2008

39. stiletto reline   1 2

    By skymedic, July 8, 2004
    • 26 replies
    • 7,472 views
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    • icevideot
    • December 18, 2006

40. What's wrong w/ this photo?   1 2

    By Hooknswoop, March 27, 2005
    • 26 replies
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    • Hooknswoop
    • March 29, 2005

41. Packing a malfunction !!!   1 2

    By melushell, March 28, 2005
    • 26 replies
    • 4,384 views
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    • LilZilla
    • April 8, 2005

42. Paraglider rig with 3-ring and "sky Hook"?   1 2

    By shropshire, November 17, 2008
    • 26 replies
    • 6,435 views
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    • shropshire
    • November 19, 2008

43. Jump Shack Angel Fire or PD-R which one would you buy?   1 2

    By Maksimsf, November 15, 2012
    • 26 replies
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    • tommymc
    • March 4, 2017

44. Hybrid reserves?   1 2

    By mjosparky, April 7, 2004
    • 26 replies
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    • kaerock
    • April 12, 2004

45. Most reliable main...   1 2

    By skydiverkeith, August 2, 2010
    • 26 replies
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    • labrys
    • August 10, 2010

46. Stowless d-bags   1 2

    By vanessalh, July 15, 2013
    • 26 replies
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    • vanessalh
    • July 19, 2013

47. New FAA Written Test   1 2

    By masterrigger1, January 15, 2008
    • 25 replies
    • 4,583 views
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    • tdog
    • January 17, 2008

48. A question about Katana?   1 2

    By GRU, December 19, 2004
    • 25 replies
    • 5,323 views
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    • freakyrat
    • December 29, 2004

49. swift reserve 175   1 2

    By dorel, March 16, 2015
    • 25 replies
    • 6,602 views
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    • gowlerk
    • March 23, 2015

50. Chest strap question   1 2

    By alan, December 26, 2005
    • 25 replies
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    • CrazyL
    • December 30, 2005

51. Should I?   1 2

    By skydivingdutch, September 9, 2003
    • 25 replies
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    • ifics
    • September 29, 2003

52. Brake line length question   1 2

    By TracyS, March 29, 2013
    • 25 replies
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    • TracyS
    • April 15, 2013

53. Anyone know where to get Vigil closing loop material and washers?   1 2

    By riggergreg, June 3, 2011
    • 25 replies
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    • riggerpaul
    • June 6, 2011

54. RSL ground detachment (Re:skyhook).   1 2

    By Freeflysmiley, February 17, 2006
    • 25 replies
    • 3,673 views
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    • RossDagley
    • February 22, 2006

55. another canopy question from a newbie   1 2

    By superstu, December 4, 2002
    • 25 replies
    • 3,123 views
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    • drenaline
    • December 9, 2002

56. AAD investigation after a fatality - partial?   1 2

    By skydiverek, January 10, 2012
    • 25 replies
    • 5,800 views
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    • dpreguy
    • January 13, 2012

57. Packing a new PD ZP Canopy   1 2

    By CanuckInUSA, December 4, 2002
    • 25 replies
    • 7,182 views
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    • skymedic
    • December 5, 2002

58. How much did you fork over??   1 2

    By ifics, October 15, 2003
    • 25 replies
    • 2,623 views
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    • samhussey
    • October 18, 2003

59. SKYDIVERS ARE GETTING SCAMMED WITH FALSE INFORMATION TO BUY RIGS   1 2

    By skyfreemonic, July 28, 2013
    • 25 replies
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    • OWB
    • February 23, 2014

60. VISO   1 2

    By za_skydiver, June 4, 2006
    • 25 replies
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    • bob.dino
    • August 17, 2006

61. Reserve Deployment Thoughts   1 2

    By Hooknswoop, February 21, 2002
    • 25 replies
    • 5,206 views
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    • billvon
    • February 25, 2002

62. L-39 Ejection seat chutes   1 2

    By WGore, August 11, 2010
    • 25 replies
    • 13,990 views
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    • NickDG
    • August 14, 2010

63. Wings vs. Infinity   1 2

    By Kimblair13, July 16, 2004
    • 25 replies
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    • SkymonkeyONE
    • July 21, 2004

64. Spectre openings - and opening times in general   1 2

    By The111, December 4, 2003
    • 25 replies
    • 3,344 views
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    • andybr6
    • December 8, 2003

65. New rig. Can't reach BoC   1 2

    By base615, April 12, 2021
    • 25 replies
    • 3,103 views
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    • base615
    • April 17, 2021

66. Reserve Parachute Deployment   1 2

    By paulzeee, February 2, 2010
    • 25 replies
    • 7,244 views
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    • BKR
    • February 11, 2010

67. my first rig?   1 2

    By froggie, April 26, 2001
    • 25 replies
    • 7,873 views
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    • froggie
    • May 18, 2001

68. low profile metal reserve handle   1 2

    By sundevil777, March 27, 2003
    • 25 replies
    • 7,175 views
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    • riddler
    • May 24, 2003

69. Heatwave or Stiletto?   1 2

    By ragingbull, May 9, 2003
    • 25 replies
    • 5,715 views
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    • trigger
    • May 10, 2003

70. Bill Booth: Skyhook availability for non-RWS systems?   1 2

    By CanEHdian, April 14, 2004
    • 25 replies
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    • billbooth
    • February 18, 2007

71. heat shrink on lines   1 2

    By justme12001, April 17, 2015
    • 25 replies
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    • masterrigger1
    • April 29, 2015

72. 21 sq.ft Xaos pic...   1 2

    By GroundZero, February 7, 2003
    • 25 replies
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    • skygod7777
    • February 19, 2003

73. New Vigil Safety bulletin   1 2

    By skydivepete, April 19, 2006
    • 25 replies
    • 10,671 views
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    • wimdevos
    • May 22, 2006

74. Why is RIPCORD considered the best system for the Reserve, and the worst system for Main?   1 2

    By skydiverek, April 8, 2005
    • 25 replies
    • 7,224 views
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    • RogerRamjet
    • April 12, 2005

75. crack 3 ring   1 2

    By Fab, November 10, 2005
    • 25 replies
    • 3,616 views
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    • NickDG
    • November 12, 2005

76. Should i get a Factory Diver?   1 2

    By Viking, August 5, 2003
    • 25 replies
    • 2,966 views
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    • slotperfect
    • August 8, 2003

77. Storing your rig....   1 2

    By Zoter, March 9, 2004
    • 25 replies
    • 2,687 views
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    • skymedic
    • March 11, 2004

78. How do I hook these risers to this canopy?   1 2

    By BravestDog, October 22, 2003
    • 25 replies
    • 2,537 views
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    • BlindBrick
    • October 24, 2003

79. Curved closing pin material   1 2

    By flighty, May 8, 2012
    • 25 replies
    • 9,356 views
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    • Hellis
    • May 16, 2012

80. Cobalt vs. Comp Cobalt   1 2

    By prost, August 22, 2001
    • 25 replies
    • 8,481 views
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    • alan
    • September 11, 2001

81. Can packing damage a canopy?   1 2

    By ee7joa, July 23, 2002
    • 25 replies
    • 7,121 views
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    • RTB
    • August 3, 2002

82. Taking a free packed rig to terminal   1 2

    By mrbiceps, February 10, 2010
    • 25 replies
    • 4,227 views
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    • Andy_Copland
    • February 11, 2010

83. Making low bulk main pack a size larger?   1 2

    By cbassmnm, February 16, 2021
    • 25 replies
    • 3,606 views
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    • gowlerk
    • February 27, 2021

84. how to pack my triathlon 175 to snival   1 2

    By airborne82nd, September 17, 2004
    • 25 replies
    • 6,065 views
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    • BillyVance
    • September 30, 2004

85. Para-Concepts / Icarus SCREW Skydiver   1 2

    By mgoldade, November 7, 2009
    • 25 replies
    • 6,473 views
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    • Beatnik
    • November 11, 2009

86. Expired Cypres   1 2

    By Lastchance, February 12, 2010
    • 25 replies
    • 8,776 views
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    • Lastchance
    • March 9, 2018

87. So the student harness I used was very painful on my legs.. suggestiosn for when I get my own?   1 2

    By grue, July 25, 2004
    • 25 replies
    • 2,822 views
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    • askir
    • August 17, 2004

88. Do high glide ratio canopies exist, i.e. 6:1?   1 2

    By jumpflorida, December 11, 2008
    • 25 replies
    • 13,372 views
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    • eric.fradet
    • December 18, 2008

89. engineering question for riggers   1 2

    By phildthedildo, July 2, 2008
    • 25 replies
    • 2,942 views
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    • VTmotoMike08
    • July 3, 2008

90. Senior or master rigger?   1 2

    By mcordell, February 13, 2010
    • 25 replies
    • 7,820 views
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    • fcajump
    • April 26, 2010

91. Screwed with my Diablo 170?   1 2

    By OnyxSkyDV, September 22, 2005
    • 25 replies
    • 5,224 views
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    • OnyxSkyDV
    • September 28, 2005

92. Looking for parts/info butler beta emergency bailout rig / lopo round   1 2

    By medic0079, March 15, 2017
    • 25 replies
    • 9,157 views
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    • riggerrob
    • March 20, 2017

93. Elderly parachute usage or disposal   1 2

    By low&slow, November 20, 2022
    • 25 replies
    • 3,063 views
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    • low&slow
    • December 1, 2022

94. Universal, snag resistant GoPro mount.   1 2

    By LeeroyJenkins, December 3, 2015
    • 25 replies
    • 10,839 views
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    • LeeroyJenkins
    • December 7, 2015

95. Gear Bag Wanted   1 2

    By fundgh, July 2, 2003
    • 25 replies
    • 3,918 views
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    • CrazyIvan
    • July 11, 2003

96. PD price increase......   1 2

    By JerseyShawn, March 27, 2011
    • 25 replies
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    • Glandu
    • March 31, 2011

97. Sunglasses or proper goggles?   1 2

    By Scoop, September 27, 2005
    • 25 replies
    • 5,593 views
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    • vt1977
    • October 24, 2005

98. Individualy customized parachutes?   1 2

    By filioque, February 11, 2008
    • 25 replies
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    • filioque
    • May 7, 2008

99. Wings options suggestions   1 2

    By droquette, June 7, 2004
    • 25 replies
    • 5,351 views
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    • skymedic
    • June 9, 2004

100. Break cord / tape grades   1 2

     By mathrick, December 17, 2015
     • 25 replies
     • 8,176 views
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     • Hellis
     • January 10, 2016