flyingferret 0 #1 February 28, 2003 Guys, I am curious about what you use for links. I have a new canopy on the way, and am considering using slinks. I have read all the past threads on slinks in the rigging forum. But I was curious if you guys have any particular experience about using slinks and jumping camera. I know for sure that the slider will be coming down faster. Previously, I had type 8 risers. I jump a batrak with a PC-1 mounted left hand side.-- All the flaming and trolls of wreck dot with a pretty GUI. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajones 0 #2 February 28, 2003 Slinks - Main and Reserve. Supposed to soften openings just a tad, and I find it's a little easier to get the slider down. On the reserve - slightly softer openings, and no "lumps" in my container from hard links. Supposed to be stronger and less apt to fail than hard links, but I've never seen any real engineering data on this. I trust my rigger with my life, and he recommended them. The laws of physics are strictly enforced. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyingferret 0 #3 February 28, 2003 Cajones, all of what you say I have seen in the rigging threads. My understanding is that they have been TSOed, at least as high as rapide (TSO-c?-d?) I agree, I am hearing a lot of recommendations.-- All the flaming and trolls of wreck dot with a pretty GUI. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AndyMan 7 #4 February 28, 2003 PD's slinks website: http://64.226.67.31/slink.asp They mention that it has an "FAA 'TSO' approval", but don't specify if it's (c) or (d). That said, they're also known for being considerably stronger then old rapide links, and in tests, they were the last to fail, after risers, and after lines. I've got slinks on my main, and would put them on my reserve in a second, but it's questionable if it's legal to put them on my Tempo reserve. _Am__ You put the fun in "funnel" - craichead. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyingferret 0 #5 February 28, 2003 It is 'legal' It is simply a matter of if they are approved by the manufacturer. It may be difficult to claim any warranty, etc if you used gear not approved by them. My understanding is that they simply have to give the approval. But like I said I am more interested in anything that might be particularly said in reference to camera setups and slinks, of course there may not be anything different?-- All the flaming and trolls of wreck dot with a pretty GUI. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #6 February 28, 2003 I've had my slider shoot past the toggles and competly cover the camera before, had it been a top mount it might have entangled, but it was a side so It just covered it while I delt with it. I have had my old non-low profile thumb screw snag on the slider while it was tucked behind my helmet once or twice but since I've changed my screw and it no longer happens. Pc110 in a mindwarp and Dbox.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rdutch 0 #7 February 28, 2003 QuotePD's slinks website: http://64.226.67.31/slink.asp They mention that it has an "FAA 'TSO' approval", but don't specify if it's (c) or (d). That said, they're also known for being considerably stronger then old rapide links, and in tests, they were the last to fail, after risers, and after lines. I've got slinks on my main, and would put them on my reserve in a second, but it's questionable if it's legal to put them on my Tempo reserve. _Am Question? Can you sell a tso'd reserve with a link system that is only tso'c ? Ray Small and fast what every girl dreams of! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rdutch 0 #8 February 28, 2003 QuoteGuys, I am curious about what you use for links. I have a new canopy on the way, and am considering using slinks. I have read all the past threads on slinks in the rigging forum. But I was curious if you guys have any particular experience about using slinks and jumping camera. I know for sure that the slider will be coming down faster. Previously, I had type 8 risers. I jump a batrak with a PC-1 mounted left hand side. What kind of canopy did you order? If it was a PD they offer slinks at no additional charge, you might want to call them before they ship it to change your order to whatever you choose to buy. Oh yeah personally I prefer the Slinks marginally well over metal links, Skydive Magazine did a pull test on them and they were marginally stronger. And they wont break from being overtightened, undertightened. But you can install them wrong, I watched a guy 2 weeks ago install them wrong, being the nice guy I am I let him install all 4 before I told him, I thought he would realise and I didnt want to put him on the spot. Ray Small and fast what every girl dreams of! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyingferret 0 #9 February 28, 2003 Thanks Phree, that is exactly the kind of info I was looking for. What type of screw did you go to? I suppose that is a smart idea for line entanglement anyway. Rdutch, I ordered a Hornet, so as it stands, they come with stainless rapide. The decision to go was pased more on canopy performance, line wear, strength and getting the slider out of the way of the camera. But I wanted to make sure it did not introduce any effects I had not considered.-- All the flaming and trolls of wreck dot with a pretty GUI. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #10 February 28, 2003 The only downside to Slinks that I can think of is that if you don't want your slider to come down past them, you'll have to put bumpers on them. Other then that, they're proven just as strong if not stronger then Rapid links and if they do fail, you'll know immediately, since it'll fail completely. It wont just bend open and stay like a Rapid Link (which has happened to quite a few people over the years).--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrHixxx 0 #11 February 28, 2003 I use slinks on the main and reserve. After using them on my main for a year I was comfortable enough to change them on my reserve too. I like them because they are a simple yes/no answer to the link issue, they don't get loose or have to be protected to prevent slider or line damage. I did run a couple of passes of supertack between the tab loop and the other link loop on the reserve, since they aren't being tightened by successive deployments. This way it isn't possible for them to become undone in a pack job (sheer paranoia). I also plan to toss my mini risers and slinks in the trash after 500 jumps and replace them. I use my risers alot for canopy input, so I figure this is a safe number for replacement included with regular inspection. -Hixxxdeath,as men call him, ends what they call men -but beauty is more now than dying’s when Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyingferret 0 #12 February 28, 2003 I agree totally. I think slinks are the way to go. I just wanted to brainstorm about affects of the fast falling slider on camera rigs. Camera gear always adds another variable.-- All the flaming and trolls of wreck dot with a pretty GUI. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
base704 0 #13 March 7, 2003 I know of at least one individual that is (and has been for some time) using PD's reserve slinks on his base rigs... So far, so good...So what! base704 ncbase4 "Don't worry, if it doesn't work you won't feel a thing." base515You can get a lot more done with a kind word and a gun than with a kind word alone. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
