Question regarding reserve sizes

[regulator 0]

Again I am putting together my order forms for my 1st new rig. I am presently jumping a 190 and I'm wondering should the reserve be the same size or smaller than my main.

Thanks for your help

Paul

[wmw999 2,588]

Your reserve should be the same size. Consider that if you ever use it, it'll probably be when you're not as focused on canopy control, and because of the loss of altitude from a cutaway, the location might not be what you were planning. Make it a canopy that can forgive a lot of mistakes.

Wendy W.

There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown)

[regulator 0]

Thanks for your help. So all reserves or 7 cell canopies right? Does that make it easier to open or does it have a more powerful flare?

Thanks for your help wendy!

[Gary73 10]

The thing that determines reserve size is your exit weight. Calculate that, decide which brand reserve you want, then go to that manufacturer's Web site and see what they recommend for your EW and experience level. Be conservative - you may not be using your reserve under ideal conditions.

Almost all non-tandem reserves have seven cells. That makes for a more stable opening. Flare varies by model, but since reserves are almost always made entirely from F-111 fabric they fly a little slower than a similarly sized zero-porosity canopy. As a result, the flare may not be as powerful, but it doesn't need to be if you choose the right size.

BTW, if you order a Mirage or Wings container, tell them your reserve is the next size up from whatever you actually decide on. Those two manufacturers are way too optimistic about how big a canopy their containers will hold. All your future riggers will thank you.

"Extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence." - Carl Sagan

[regulator 0]

I am actually ordering an Infinity container.

[likestojump 3]

Infinities are notorious for having a real tight fit, your rigger will thank you for ordering one size larger

[JerryBaumchen 1,468]

+1

Sorry, Kelly

JerryBaumchen

[KellyF 16]

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+1

Sorry, Kelly

JerryBaumchen

Jerry, your old geezer muscles have atrophied beyond the point of usefulness

As far as our reserve container sizing, I think we have it down pretty good- in fact, I think they have a little bit of room left in them. If you find our sizing to be too tight consistenly, I suggest brushing up on your technique since knowing how to pack small will make your life easier everytime you pack a reserve

[JerryBaumchen 1,468]

Hi Kelly,

Yea, but I'm working on putting a motor on my closing device.

So there!!!!!!

JerryBaumchen

[riggerrob 643]

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Again I am putting together my order forms for my 1st new rig. I am presently jumping a 190 and I'm wondering should the reserve be the same size or SLIGHTLY smaller than my main.

Thanks for your help

Paul

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You almost answered your own question.