Question about gear for someone Starting out.

[DonnyB 0]

Ok, im just starting out and my friend is getting out and selling his gear. this is it:

Javelin J2 harness and container DOM 97. Triathlon 160 main DOM 97 new line in 2005. Raven 1 reserve by Precision DOM 95. AAD Cypres installed in 99 last serviced in 05. The rig is in great condition and have is on protective bag. Full face helmet parasport Z1 size L with audible altimeter Pro ditter. Altimaster 2 wrist altimeter.

I am 5 11, 190ish. was wondering if this gear would work for me? Thank you.

[skybytch 273]

It might. And it might not.

You're 190 pounds body weight. That makes you about 210 out the door. 210 out the door on a 160 main is a wingloading of 1.3 - that is considered by most to be excessively high for someone just off student status.

Look for a main and reserve in the 190-210 sq ft range. Your legs and ankles will probably thank you.

Oh, and talk to your instructors about what size canopies to buy before you buy anything.

[DonnyB 0]

thank you very much, that was all the info i was looking for.

[Psychonaut 0]

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thank you very much, that was all the info i was looking for.

Depending on the price, you could always snag it and throw it in the closet for a while..

Stay high pull low

[Andy9o8 2]

I strongly urge you to read the following, thoroughly:

http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=3470220;search_string=downsizing%20chart;#3470220

http://www.bigairsportz.com/pdf/bas-sizingchart.pdf

http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/safety/detail_page.cgi?ID=47

[Bertt 0]

Will he split the gear? The helmet, ditter, and altimeter might be a good buy for you if the price is right.

You don't have to outrun the bear.