ArmyBitch 0 #1 February 24, 2003 As lame as it may sound, I'm in need of info on what to buy when it comes to my own skydiving rig. I never thought I'd see the day when I could afford one, but selling your soul to the milirtary has its advantages in the financial department, especially if you're single. Now I am faced with the problem of knowing my ass from my equipment...what are the essential elements of the purchase, where is the best place to buy new gear, and what brands are most dependable and suitable for a beginner like me? I need to know what the difference is between a rig and a container...sad, isn't it? Yeah...so, I'm like, really new to this scene, but my heart is in it... I think that no matter how stressed I get over my work in the Army, as long as I can go skydiving at least once a week, I'll be able to remain sane. So, if anyone wants to help me out with my little dilemma, I'd really appreciate it. Thanks, Holly Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #2 February 24, 2003 Welcome to skydiving and to the forums! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #3 February 24, 2003 Skymama gave you some good info. Also, while you may ultimately choose to buy some gear else where, give Lisa (aka Skybytch) a call at Square One. I'm sure she can give you lots of valuable info. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dkpbxman 0 #4 February 24, 2003 As skydiving equipment can sometimes be very expensive (besides saving your life) you want to get the best (for you) that you can. Talk to any army riggers you know, visit dropzones and ask there. There'll be no shortage of opinions. Find out as much as you can and then decide. Good luck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sarge 0 #5 February 26, 2003 Quote I think that no matter how stressed I get over my work in the Army, as long as I can go skydiving at least once a week, I'll be able to remain sane. "Doctor, we have a patient here seeking sanity?" "HMmmm??? well it appears she may be another one of those 'jumpitist' cases...? " "Ok !! Up her dose to ten jumps a week and set her up in the Gear section therapy group for at least four weeks!" "Diet of strictly barley and hopps in liquid form!" " Make sure she checks in to the talk-back often so we can monitor her progress!!" "Put AggieDave on this one.... my malpractice insurance is skyrocketing!!" .-- I'm done with the personally meaningful and philosophical sigs!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
