Jessica 0 #1 March 31, 2003 I have a used Bev suit that's a little tight on me. The torso is a bit short, and it's made for someone who weighs about 15 lbs less than me. Is there anything I can do to fix it? I'm thinking about doing the Airspeed mod I read about here (a slit in the back just below the collar) to allow me to arch more. Does anyone else have tips? Maybe I'll just go on a diet.Skydiving is for cool people only Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #2 March 31, 2003 call Bev or email her. she's been pretty good with me about jumpsuit mods. if there's anything that can be done she'd know and is willing to help out/give advice. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #3 March 31, 2003 OK, just hit send. Thanks! I'd appreciate other tips.Skydiving is for cool people only Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cheneyneel 0 #4 March 31, 2003 through having a number of different jump suits I find so much easier and QUICKER just to use a local taylor.. I am sure that the suit company can help you but then you have to ship it, let them do it and then have it shipped back.. Go to a taylor and they will have it next day or day after for like 10$ for what your talking about and just as neat as anyone from the suit company.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #5 April 1, 2003 What would I ask the tailor to do, though?Skydiving is for cool people only Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #6 April 1, 2003 i tried taking mine to a few tailors. they took one look at the cordura, the booties, the pleats, grippers, etc and handed it back to me like i was joking in the first place. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #7 April 1, 2003 I don't mind sending it back to Bev. I can't really use it like this anyway. I'm just wondering if there's anything she can do -- it's not like she can add more spandex to the back panel to accommodate my fat ass, is it? Or can she?Skydiving is for cool people only Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stacy 0 #8 April 1, 2003 she may be able to. i don't know for sure, but if this is something do-able i'd think she would be the one with the knowledge. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
floormonkey 0 #9 April 1, 2003 Hey Jess- there's a place in San Marcos we've used to do a few alterations with no problem (and quick turnaround). They can do just about anything, I'll get their number for you if you want. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #10 April 1, 2003 Oooh, you are an awesome little monkey. Skydiving is for cool people only Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
floormonkey 0 #11 April 1, 2003 Victory cleaners, 512.396.4606 From SA-take the exit before the DZ, go left (under 35). The road turns right, then left, it's on that corner. Quote Oooh, you are an awesome little monkey. So does this mean I'm still an asshole? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessica 0 #12 April 1, 2003 Bev got back to me right away, and she sez she can put a gusset in the crotch which would help with the torso length, and she can adjust the size of the side panel to accommodate all the beer I've been drinking. Sounds like a good deal to me, since I can't really use the suit as is. Thanks for the tips, guys. QuoteSo does this mean I'm still an asshole? Um, duh.Skydiving is for cool people only Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dave610 0 #13 April 2, 2003 Do they need to use any special thread or anything when sewing on a jumpsuit? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
