New Rig? Worth Price

[unfeomateo 1]

I was looking at the Infinity Package from http://www.para-service.com/ and was wondering if the 3,299.00 price was a good deal considering what it comes with? Are the 7-Cell Triathlon main and Smart reserve from Aerodyne Research recommended or should I just buy the new container and look for a used main and reserve?

[AggieDave 6]

Have you talked with your instructors and possibly your S&TA about your possible gear choices? They would be able to help you out the most.

--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline."

[unfeomateo 1]

I have not yet gone to ask....but I will. just wondering if that all looks good

[SkydiveNFlorida 0]

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I was looking at the Infinity Package from http://www.para-service.com/ and was wondering if the 3,299.00 price was a good deal considering what it comes with? Are the 7-Cell Triathlon main and Smart reserve from Aerodyne Research recommended or should I just buy the new container and look for a used main and reserve?

I would personally buy used mains until you are going to settle on something for several hundred jumps. Used harness/container system is not a bad idea, either, if you can find something in good shape that fits. But, ultimately, the choice is yours. Just realize that you are bound to downsize in the next hundred jumps since you are still a student now, so by the time your new gear is made (2+ months) you might be looking for something different (depending on how many jumps you make, etc). Definitely take Aggiedave's advice and talk this out with instructors and experienced jumpers at your dz unless you have lotsa $$ to burn.

Good luck:)
Angela.

[unfeomateo 1]

I would personally buy used mains until you are going to settle on something for several hundred jumps. Used harness/container system is not a bad idea, either, if you can find something in good shape that fits. But, ultimately, the choice is yours. Just realize that you are bound to downsize in the next hundred jumps since you are still a student now, so by the time your new gear is made (2+ months) you might be looking for something different (depending on how many jumps you make, etc). Definitely take Aggiedave's advice and talk this out with instructors and experienced jumpers at your dz unless you have lotsa $$ to burn.

Good luck:)
Angela.

[SkydiveNFlorida 0]

Maybe if you see something you like in the classifieds, you can ask an instructor or friend what they think of the deal. And, always have things sent to your rigger for inspection before sending funds. You only lose shipping if you don't want them.

I got a used pd reserve for around 700$, but you can buy a new one for around 900-950$, I think. Just make sure with used reserves that you absolutely have it inspected before purchase. Sellers will usually have no problem sending an item to an intermediary (rigger at your dz) for inspection before you send them $.

Definitely talk to your instructors before deciding on sizes for reserve/main if you are unsure. Certainly you'll get off cheaper buying used, but you will save time buying new. You just have to decide what you're more willing to part with (money/time) I bought everything used except for my Neptune alti and my sunglasses. I got my container, main, reserve, helmet, protrack & prodytter all used and in great condition.

Take care.
Angela

[masterrig 1]

Got to agree with AggieDave and all the others who suggested you get with your instructors & S&TA. There are good used rigs out there. Don't jump ('scuse the pun!) into the first deal 'you' see. Check with dealers or the classifieds right here at DZ.com. Good luck to you.

Chuck

[sundevil777 102]

I think they will likely offer an attractive package price on other main canopy choices.

Probably just have to ask.

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[sng2k 0]

They will offer deals on other mains. I just purchased what I feel is a very nice rig from them for what I was about to pay for a rig made in '01.