mjosparky 4 #1 September 23, 2006 Things to ask/find out BEFORE buying a used rig. 1. Is the harness/container the correct size? a. Does the harness fit properly? b. Will the pack trays accept canopies that are the right size for your experience level? 2. Is the system free fly friendly? a. Riser covers in good shape? b. Reserve and main pin flaps? c. Bridle protection? d. BOC pocket tight? 3. Does the rig have SB’s or need upgrades? a. Hard housings for cutaway cables. b. Riser inserts for excess cable. 4. Over all condition of Harness/container system. a. Old or worn risers. b. Any stitching frayed or broken, on both harness and container. c. Excessive dirt or stains. d. Reserve PC/bridle and freebag the right size and in good shape. e. Main “D” bag the right one for system and in good shape, any tears, the grommets in good shape and stow band keepers in good shape. f. Main PC and bridle. Right choice for system, no tears, the right handle for system and check kill line for wear. g. Will system accept an AAD without modifications? I am sure I am leaving something out but you get the point. Get all your questions answered before laying down your money. Don’t rush into something your may regret a month later. Remember you are not buying bowling shoes, make sure it is right.My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CriticalLF 0 #2 September 26, 2006 Is it worth making this sort of info sticky or putting it in the gear section? I know what Sparky says is mainly common sense, but there isn't always a monopoly on that is there. Good Post The CLFThe CLF On break off turn and track as far and as fast as possible.... Because not only your life depends on it but so does mine!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sparkie 0 #3 September 26, 2006 Quotec. Bridle protection? what''s that? I know what a bridle is ;) but what is the protection meant here? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mostly_Harmless 0 #4 September 26, 2006 To make sure your bridle isn't exposed so that air can't catch it which could lead to giving you a horse shoe malfunction (or any other malfunction)._________________________________________ www.myspace.com/termvelocity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jakee 1,594 #5 September 26, 2006 QuoteWhat''s that? I know what a bridle is ;) but what is the protection meant here? Older rigs (like mine) sometimes have an inch or two of exposed bridle between the mouth of the BOC and where it tucks up under the closing flaps. Not usually a big deal in FS etc, but if you've left a little slack and/or are reaching high speeds in a sit/ stand there is a higher potential for a premie or horseshoe. Newer rigs have spandex covers or contoured flaps which completely protect the bridle from the airflow.Do you want to have an ideagasm? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #6 September 26, 2006 QuoteI am sure I am leaving something out but you get the point. Good stuff! The only things I would add - If the system is not freefly friendly, what will be the cost of making it so (if that is possible)? If it is not possible, do I understand and accept the limitations of this equipment and intend to skydive within those limitations? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 4 #7 September 27, 2006 QuoteQuoteI am sure I am leaving something out but you get the point. Good stuff! The only things I would add - If the system is not freefly friendly, what will be the cost of making it so (if that is possible)? If it is not possible, do I understand and accept the limitations of this equipment and intend to skydive within those limitations? Excellent add, thank you.My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
