crazy1234 0 #1 December 26, 2013 Hi!why does not work RSL complete failure of the main parachute? sorry for my english Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluhdow 31 #2 December 26, 2013 Because a complete failure of the main, or "total malfunction" means the main never comes out of the container (e.g. pin lock). An RSL works by connecting your departing main canopy to the reserve pin (cable). If the main never departs, the pin never gets pulled via the RSL.Apex BASE #1816 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #3 December 26, 2013 Similarly, if your main risers never leave the container, the RSL just slides off the reserve ripcord, when you pull the reserve ripcord handle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites