katzurki 0 #1 April 8, 2006 I want one. I want it bad! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vectracide 0 #2 April 8, 2006 The only way I would ever buy another Neptune is if they fixed the bugs that haunt every one I have ever had. Even the ones they send back to me have issues. And yes, I have had them compeletly replaced before as well. They eat batteries like a crack whore with a box of Ritz to boot. Unless these issues are fixed....its like a shine on a turd. Other than that, when it works, its great! ------------------------------ Controlled and Deliberate..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMURRAY 1 #3 April 8, 2006 QuoteI want one. I want it bad! I just bought a regular Neptune. This Ruggedized version must be brand new. I hope this doesn't mean the regular one is too fragile. I might end up using mine in my helmet only - where it is protected. bought it mainly for the under canopy alarms as a swooping aid... rm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bliston 0 #4 April 8, 2006 Just for the swoop alarms? Then you should have got an optima and saved yourself $80.Mass Defiance 4-wayFS website sticks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMURRAY 1 #5 April 8, 2006 QuoteJust for the swoop alarms? Then you should have got an optima and saved yourself $80. I have the option of using it either way. that is worth 80$ to me... rm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #6 April 8, 2006 The ruggedized Neptune was designed with the military customer in mind. Obviously it may have other potential applications as well.Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katzurki 0 #7 April 8, 2006 Quote I just bought a regular Neptune. This Ruggedized version must be brand new. I hope this doesn't mean the regular one is too fragile. I might end up using mine in my helmet only - where it is protected. bought it mainly for the under canopy alarms as a swooping aid... Nah, don't worry about it. Or I can send you a spare Neptune armor I have if you PM me your address. Ruggedized does not imply the regular Neptune is fragile -- heck I've serviced a Neptune that went through a 2-hour washing machine cycle and it worked fine except that the alarms sounded wobbly -- and it's currently only available for the military. I want one for the looks, not the sturdiness. It's just plain cool! D'awr! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #8 April 8, 2006 Quoteit's currently only available for the military Not quite a production item yet . . . it's still in the prototyping stage. It only has some more small refinements left to go . . .Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marks 0 #9 April 8, 2006 QuoteThe only way I would ever buy another Neptune is if they fixed the bugs that haunt every one I have ever had. Even the ones they send back to me have issues. And yes, I have had them compeletly replaced before as well. They eat batteries like a crack whore with a box of Ritz to boot. Unless these issues are fixed....its like a shine on a turd. Other than that, when it works, its great! I used to have problems, but all is good, after they replaced it a year ago. the battery last a long long time now. I just replaced the first battery since i got it. it almost lasted a year. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RMURRAY 1 #10 April 8, 2006 QuoteQuoteThe only way I would ever buy another Neptune is if they fixed the bugs that haunt every one I have ever had. Even the ones they send back to me have issues. And yes, I have had them compeletly replaced before as well. They eat batteries like a crack whore with a box of Ritz to boot. Unless these issues are fixed....its like a shine on a turd. Other than that, when it works, its great! I used to have problems, but all is good, after they replaced it a year ago. the battery last a long long time now. I just replaced the first battery since i got it. it almost lasted a year. where do you have your Neptune mounted? - I mean for swooping... rm Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ntacfreefly 0 #11 April 8, 2006 One on my wrist and one in my helmet. Love 'em. Blues, IanTo the mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~ Lao-Tzu It's all good, they're my brothers ~ Mariann Kramer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
parachutist 2 #12 April 10, 2006 QuoteThis Ruggedized version must be brand new. I hope this doesn't mean the regular one is too fragile. I've had my standard Neptune over 2 years and I've abused it quite a bit, but it's still working well. I always wear it on my hand and I've bumped it into many items on planes. It doesn't seem to care. =] Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brianfry713 0 #13 April 11, 2006 It will soon be released to civilians. Contact Alti-2 or a dealer and tell them you want one. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nbblood 0 #14 April 11, 2006 QuoteThe only way I would ever buy another Neptune is if they fixed the bugs that haunt every one I have ever had. Even the ones they send back to me have issues. And yes, I have had them compeletly replaced before as well. They eat batteries like a crack whore with a box of Ritz to boot. Unless these issues are fixed....its like a shine on a turd. Other than that, when it works, its great! I couldn't agree more. I went through four of them before I gave up and sold the replacement I was sent. My pro-track works reliably and doesn't need any "armor" or anything else to keep it from breaking. I loved the Neptune's functions and user friendly operation, but I never had on last more than about 50 jumps. I also must say that Alti IIs customer service was very impressive. Although I had all kinds of problems, I never had a problem getting resolution from the company.Blues, Nathan If you wait 'til the last minute, it'll only take a minute. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #15 April 11, 2006 QuoteIt will soon be released to civilians. As of last Friday's conversation with Alti-2 it has not left the prototype stage. It's not completely available for anybody yet.Arrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
