Neptune or Pro-Track

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I've got some dough and need to acquire an audible/frefall computer for logging freefall speeds etc. I have no need for a visual alti as I love my Alt-2.

I have heard numerous pros/cons for both products and was hoping to hear from a few of you who use, have used, either or both and can give a genuine opinion based on "overall" performance and reliability.

Any suggestions? (sound of can opening.....worms!)

Anvil Brother #69

Sidelined with a 5mm C5-C6 herniated disk...
Back2Back slammers and 40yr old fat guys don't mix!

[IanHarrop 42]

do a search with both names and you'll find this has been discussed a whole bunch.

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[sundevil777 102]

I would not want to get a new Neptune or Protrack given the products Alti-II is coming out with soon. Of course you want it now, but that is a good reason to buy a used unit, then maybe resell it or buy a second later when the new toys are actually available, assuming of course you don't have money burning a hole in your pocket. I got my barely used Protrack for $125.

People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am

[Spatula 0]

Check out this tread (familiar Subject?) ...should answer your ?'s...did for me...

http://dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=1707215;#1707215

[mysky 1]

Have had a pro track for years. 3000+ jumps later it's still kicking a**!!! I also agree with some of the other folks that if you can wait for the new equipment to come out you should do so. Go to their website and see the new stuff they have. It's incredible to say the least. Hope it performs as good as it looks which with their reputation I'm certain it will.

There are 3 kinds of people in this world, those that know how to count, and those who don't.

[jerry81 10]

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I would not want to get a new Neptune or Protrack given the products Alti-II is coming out with soon. Of course you want it now, but that is a good reason to buy a used unit, then maybe resell it or buy a second later when the new toys are actually available, assuming of course you don't have money burning a hole in your pocket.

You probably mean the L&B's new line of products. Of those, I think only the Altitrack offers jump logging, so for this guy it's still just a choice between Protrack (proven over time, getting cheaper because of the new stuff) or Neptune (more functions and upgradeable). Personally, I'd recommend the latter.

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[nbblood 0]

I have used both. The Neptune is easier to use and has more options, including the ability to be a visual altimeter. However, I have been through four of them. I think the last one lasted a little over a hundred jumps. Although, Alti II has terrific customer service and I've had no problem replacing broken units, I quite simply have had evough of that. So after the last breakdown, I bought a Pro-Track and that's what I use now. Also a very good unit though it is more complicated to use and not as many options.

I know other people have used Neptunes with no problems. Maybe I am just jinxed. Whatever. I've got one cheap if you want to send it in and get it replaced. I haven't bothered this time.

Blues,
Nathan

Blues,
Nathan

If you wait 'til the last minute, it'll only take a minute.