FliegendeWolf 0 #1 April 19, 2004 Well, I sent my rig to be repacked last week, and the rigger didn't like what he saw. I guess the reserve had some staining on it, suggesting maybe water damage, and he wouldn't repack it because he wasn't able to assess whether the fabric was airworthy. This irks the hell out of me, because I know I didn't get it wet, and the rigger I had inspect it when I purchased it never mentioned anything like this to me when I bought it last year. I called Paraflite, who recommended I get a second opinion before I shipped it to them to inspect, so my fingers are crossed that I'm not dealing with a car cover here. But I'll be really annoyed if I have to start renting gear again! A One that Isn't Cold is Scarcely a One at All Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #2 April 19, 2004 Hope all turns out well for ya bud. If you need me to kick someone's ass, i'm here for ya!! ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #3 April 20, 2004 Hey.........look at the bright side. At least you didn't figure this out at 1000 ft when a couple cells blew out of your reserve. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #4 April 20, 2004 Is it staining from just water, some other unidentifiable liquid, or is it mildew? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FliegendeWolf 0 #5 April 20, 2004 No idea. The rigger didn't know what it might be from.A One that Isn't Cold is Scarcely a One at All Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gravitymaster 0 #6 April 20, 2004 QuoteNo idea. The rigger didn't know what it might be from. It's fairly easy to perform a pull test and acid test on the fabric. Usually you can just stress the fabric with your fingers. I agree with Paraflite, I'd get a second opinion before sending it to them. I wouldn't get too stressed out about it until the testing is done. How old is the reserve and are you able to get in touch with the previous owner? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FliegendeWolf 0 #7 April 20, 2004 Well, I'm lucky I still have the old e-mails I used to correspond with her, otherwise I wouldn't have known how to get in touch with her. Good thinking, though, I popped her an e-mail. She was very nice when I spoke with her last year, so maybe she'll be able to offer some input. The reserve is a 1989 Swift-Plus.A One that Isn't Cold is Scarcely a One at All Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kevin922 0 #8 April 20, 2004 QuoteThe reserve is a 1989 Swift-Plus. Uh.. i think that is an indication it needs to be replaced anyway.. I know my rigger won't even pack reserves that get to be a certain age.. i think 15 years? Kevin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattM 0 #9 April 20, 2004 Quote The reserve is a 1989 Swift-Plus. Two words: Performance Designs :-) Matt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DShiznit 0 #10 April 20, 2004 why risk it when there are many fairly new reserves (PD) for $500? Suck it up and get a new (used) one. It's your life. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FliegendeWolf 0 #11 May 3, 2004 $&*#! The reserve is now being sent back to Paraflite for inspection. I was hoping to have my rig back in shape for Scott Miller's canopy control course on the 21st, but I don't think that's going to happen now. There's rental gear, but does it really make sense to take a canopy control course on a canopy that I won't typically be flying? I guess I'm pretty pissed off that this is the first I've heard of this. This is specifically why I had a rigger inspect the canopy when I bought it, and I have no idea why he never mentioned this problem to me.A One that Isn't Cold is Scarcely a One at All Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris 0 #12 May 3, 2004 QuoteThere's rental gear, but does it really make sense to take a canopy control course on a canopy that I won't typically be flying? Sorry to hear about your reserve, but better safe than sorry. As for the rental gear...absolutely you should still take the class. The skills you will be learning will translate over to any canopy you will fly now, or in the future.Sky, Muff Bro, Rodriguez Bro, and Bastion of Purity and Innocence!™ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 226 #13 May 3, 2004 Quote As for the rental gear...absolutely you should still take the class. The skills you will be learning will translate over to any canopy you will fly now, or in the future. Could you talk to the gear shop and see if you could put your canopy in thier container? Sounds like that would be reasonable. It would save wear and tear on thier canopy.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
