devinhite 0 #1 July 7, 2012 hey everyone first to start off. new at the forums, so HELLO but now i have a quick question regarding size numbers. okay so im just browsing chutes and rigs and gear and all that stuff. and i always come across these size number. like for canopy size. the place im looking goes from 90-250. obviously i dont need to go that high. but is that square feet? and as for other numbers, there is stuff like FU-110..ECT... and RU- 110 Basically im asking can everyone please explain all these number which make no sense to me. AGAIN im just browsing to any help would be great before i decide to purchase. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #2 July 7, 2012 Yes, the size is in square feet. Canopies are usually identified by their name, and then a number, which is the size. The measuring methods vary a bit, but canopies listed as the same size are usually comparable sizes. By happy coincidence, the size in square feet goes along with your exit weight in pounds to give a wingloading ratio. Exit weight is your entire weight ready to go out the door. You, your clothes, all your gear. For beginners, keeping the wingload under 1:1 (one pound per square foot of canopy) is a good idea. The more heavily loaded the canopy is, the faster and more aggressive it will act. If you are of average size, a canopy around 230-250 is a good place to start. Once you have some experience, a 170-210 is a typical choice. This is general info. Your personal choice is dependent on your skills, experience, training, location (DZ elevation plays a part in size choice) and on and on."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
