Frodo 0 #1 July 20, 2003 I browsed through ~1,000 most recent threads and haven't found a poll quite like this one, so: * Which container are you using? (sorry if I missed a couple in my list) * Please upload a couple of pictures of your rig. I'm sure everyone will enjoy comparing each other's weird/cool designs, options, etc. * What are the major pro's and con's of your rig? * Let's say your rig is stolen. Which one would you buy next? Same? Another, but from same manufacturer? Or something else? (I have nothing to post myself cos I don't own a rig ) Tanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blahr 0 #2 July 20, 2003 QuoteI browsed through ~1,000 most recent threads and haven't found a poll quite like this one, so: * Which container are you using? (sorry if I missed a couple in my list) * Please upload a couple of pictures of your rig. I'm sure everyone will enjoy comparing each other's weird/cool designs, options, etc. * What are the major pro's and con's of your rig? * Let's say your rig is stolen. Which one would you buy next? Same? Another, but from same manufacturer? Or something else? (I have nothing to post myself cos I don't own a rig ) Tanks 1. A Vector 3 M 2. It ordered but not yet arrived. No Picture yet 3. Pro = Skyhook. Also I colored it REAL nice Con = its not here yet 4. I'd order the same again. I've jumped vectors in the past and always felt good about it :-) PLUS I like the skyhook, which the new rig is sporting Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BikerBabe 0 #3 July 20, 2003 1. For the past 7 years, a Vector 2. As of today, an Infinity. Pictures are attached below. Pros: the interior riser covers, lower price, customer service rocked, and it fits wonderfully. Cons: uhhh...I gues I just have to get used to a slightly different d-bag and closing setup. from my 3 jumps on it so far, I would have no qualms about buying another Infinity.Never meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #4 July 20, 2003 Early model Vector 3. Pros: I prefer the enclosed pilot chut over the pop-top type, but that isn't a huge deal. Cons: The bridle isn't completely hidden (half inch exposed). Would I buy another one? Probably not. It's a fine rig, but if I bought a new custom container, it would probably be an Infinity or a Wings (poor college student). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiverRick 0 #5 July 20, 2003 QuoteI browsed through ~1,000 most recent threads and haven't found a poll quite like this one, so: * Which container are you using? (sorry if I missed a couple in my list) * Please upload a couple of pictures of your rig. I'm sure everyone will enjoy comparing each other's weird/cool designs, options, etc. * What are the major pro's and con's of your rig? * Let's say your rig is stolen. Which one would you buy next? Same? Another, but from same manufacturer? Or something else? (I have nothing to post myself cos I don't own a rig ) Tanks I get accussed of being pro Mirage because I own one. In reality I own one because I choose to. I had the option to buy any rig I wanted and chose Mirage. Used to own a Talon, good rig in it's day. I would buy another Mirage if I was shopping today. never pull low......unless you are Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Unstable 9 #6 July 20, 2003 I have a Dolphin. I my Dolphin very much. It loves me back. On a related note - I was over at Skydive Kansas - and that is totally a Dolphin DZ - all the student rigs are Dolphins, and more than half of the jumpers there jump them. Just an observation. NM Blue Skies,=========Shaun ========== Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyer299 0 #7 July 20, 2003 I've put about 20 jumps on my Infinity and really love it. I can't say anything bad about it. It is a great priced container that IMO is just as good as rigs that cost a lot more money. I really like the way they look... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clownburner 0 #8 July 20, 2003 1. A brand-spanking-new Vector 3M, complete with Skyhook and some cool color options (like dual-color binding tape and other subtle things). 2. Later. I'm gonna go jump it instead of photographing it right now. 3. So far, I can't see any cons at all. I guess I might have gone with stainless steel and mini rings if I was more fashion consious; some people would see the nickel hardware as a con, but I sure don't. It's very comfy and as bulletproof as anything I've ever seen on the DZ. Yes, they're a little more expensive, but fully optioned it was only about 15% more than an Infinity, and that included the Skyhook, so I don't think they're as 'ridiculously expensive' as the popular opinion would have you believe. 4. I'd buy the same thing over again... I might add some custom embroidery though. 7CP#1 | BTR#2 | Payaso en fuego Rodriguez "I want hot chicks in my boobies!"- McBeth Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andy2 0 #9 July 20, 2003 I havn't jumped it yet but for whats its worth I will be jumping an OLD vector 2. Pros - price. Cons - you get what you pay for! I'll have to buy another rig when I start freeflying. --------------------------------------------- let my inspiration flow, in token rhyme suggesting rhythm... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luv2Fall 0 #10 July 20, 2003 Javelin (Blue & Yellow).....no pics yet. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brabzzz 0 #11 July 20, 2003 TSE Teardrop SF Pro's: Nothings going to move that reserve pin. Bombproof riser and main pin covers. Con's: Nothing worth b*tching about. My next rig will be a Vector Micron with a skyhook or a G4 or a TalonFS...theres nowt wrong with my current one though!...and if someone tries nicking it...well....they'd better hope i don't get hold of them! As a poor student - it's worth more than the rest of my possesions put together!!! ..and a couple of pics! Mike --------------------------------------- Ex-University of Bristol Skydiving Club www.skydivebristoluni.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikeat10500 12 #12 July 21, 2003 QuoteI browsed through ~1,000 most recent threads and haven't found a poll quite like this one, so: * Which container are you using? (sorry if I missed a couple in my list) Quote FHM/Bullet * Please upload a couple of pictures of your rig. I'm sure everyone will enjoy comparing each other's weird/cool designs, options, etc. Quote My container is older than most of my students now. I never took a picture of it. It's not pretty. Options...none * What are the major pro's and con's of your rig? Quote Pro's... saved my life over 500 times( were friends). Con's... It's not pretty * Let's say your rig is stolen. Which one would you buy next? Same? Another, but from same manufacturer? Or something else? Quote I leave my gear at the DZ and nobody in their right mind would steel it. If you went to my website you could find a pic of me with it on. ...mike ----------------------------------- Mike Wheadon B-3715,HEMP#1 Higher Expectations for Modern Parachutists. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bch7773 0 #13 July 21, 2003 I have an old school Javelin. DOM 93 I think... Pro: Price. Good resale value. Mostly freefly friendly (it has tucktabs, but only velcro bridle protection-- however thats just a $30 modification away) Cons: Color- its got some pink on it--ewww, but it helped bring the price down some. If it was stolen... I would probably be happy with a used Javelin again, but they are too expensive when new. Otherwise, I would probably look at wings and mirage G3. Everything else is kinda expensive for a college guy like myself. MB 3528, RB 1182 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skybytch 273 #14 July 21, 2003 Quote* Which container are you using? Infinity. Quote* Please upload a couple of pictures of your rig. See attached. Quote* What are the major pro's and con's of your rig? Pros - price, harness comfort, security of flaps, quality of workmanship and materials, looks good, excellent customer service Cons - nothing that I can think of. Quote* Let's say your rig is stolen. Which one would you buy next? Same? Another, but from same manufacturer? Or something else? Same thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites freakyflyr11 0 #15 July 21, 2003 i have a voodoo and love it fits great,and packs up nicely also.and is freefly friendly cons thay have been getting a bad rap lately in some forums but i love mine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kolla 0 #16 July 21, 2003 I jump a Vector Micron - and love it so much that I have a picture of it with every post I make on dropzone.com I choose the Micron for several reasons, the three most important ones being: - security (pin + riser protection) - construction (RWS is committed to quality) - fit (very comfortable under canopy/in the plane/on the ground). RWS also takes excellent care of their customers - should I ever have a problem with my Micron I know they will be around to take make things right. I'm already dreaming up my next one... Blue ones! KollaBlue Skies Magazine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites bch7773 0 #17 July 21, 2003 I just wanted to say thats a cool looking rig you got going... is it my imagination, or is the tie-dye part of it also irridacent? (sp?) does it have a metallic sheen, or is it just the photo? MB 3528, RB 1182 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Kolla 0 #18 July 21, 2003 Thanks!! It's just a regular tie-dye - albeit a really nicely done one. It could be just the photo, but I think it's the character of the rig shining through - it's a very happy little rig. But metallic sheen... now that would be cooL!l!! .Blue Skies Magazine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Dumpster 0 #19 July 21, 2003 Racer - DOM '95- Reserve pin protection is great- Make sure your rigger gets the pop top nice and flush, to reduce line snag hazards. Main pin protection is mediocre by todays' standards - The main reason I don't freefly yet. Won't buy another one unless they make some major changes to protect the main pin. Nice and comfy otherwise, inspite that I bought it secondhand. It's all black. Next rig I buy will be yellow w/ purple tye-dye. Next rig will be one of three - Vector, Javelin or Wings. Easy Does It Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites eddytheeagle 0 #20 July 22, 2003 Last weekend, I made the first jump on my new Talon FS container (w/ new pd reserve and cypres 2), and I'm very pleased .Don't underestimate your ability to screw up! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites alain 0 #21 July 22, 2003 current is a parachute australia Talon 2 pro: price, freefly friendly, comfort cons: little margin for main size (120 to 135) which is not a big issue anyway considering that I might keep it with it's main (safire 135) for wing suit flying (just eventualy need a 9' bridle) I will probabely get Mirage MT when me and my visa will be ready for a smaller HP canopy: decent reserve size (120 or 126) and compatible main size (119 to 74 => 1,4:1 to 2,2:1) that will keep me busy for a couple of decades what ever I decide to do Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites BlueSBDeath 2 #22 July 23, 2003 I jump Power Racers. The fit is Da-Best, small profile on Da-back, and pop-top reserve are Da-Bomb. NO ONE steals a Racer!!!!!!!!!!! If they did I would get another Racer. Both are the same size, PD 113R and Stl. 107's.BSBD...........Its all about Respect, USPA#-7062, FB-2197, Outlaw 499 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites katiebear21 0 #23 July 23, 2003 Love my Odyssey... can't wait to buy the new model with the low-yoke. Bought it as a barely used demo rig straight from SP. Colors are definitely unique (although I didn't pick them - I like them). I like the way it fits, feels, moves. Haven't done much freeflying but the few times I've attempted a sit - no problems! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites lazyfrog 0 #24 July 23, 2003 I have a Talon, but no pics of it pros : never had a malfunction with it, comfortable cons : articulation rings squeek... release cable housing in nylon, not in metal, reserve flap opens sometimes while sitfly/stand next rig is an odissey or a micron---------- Fumer tue, péter pue ------------- ourson #10, Mosquito Uno, CBT 579 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites jumpy 0 #25 July 23, 2003 I jump a racer. It was made around 6 months after I was born. It certainly doesn't look 17!! If that doesn't say something about a rig I don't know what does! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Prev 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 Join the conversation You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. 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bch7773 0 #13 July 21, 2003 I have an old school Javelin. DOM 93 I think... Pro: Price. Good resale value. Mostly freefly friendly (it has tucktabs, but only velcro bridle protection-- however thats just a $30 modification away) Cons: Color- its got some pink on it--ewww, but it helped bring the price down some. If it was stolen... I would probably be happy with a used Javelin again, but they are too expensive when new. Otherwise, I would probably look at wings and mirage G3. Everything else is kinda expensive for a college guy like myself. MB 3528, RB 1182 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skybytch 273 #14 July 21, 2003 Quote* Which container are you using? Infinity. Quote* Please upload a couple of pictures of your rig. See attached. Quote* What are the major pro's and con's of your rig? Pros - price, harness comfort, security of flaps, quality of workmanship and materials, looks good, excellent customer service Cons - nothing that I can think of. Quote* Let's say your rig is stolen. Which one would you buy next? Same? Another, but from same manufacturer? Or something else? Same thing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakyflyr11 0 #15 July 21, 2003 i have a voodoo and love it fits great,and packs up nicely also.and is freefly friendly cons thay have been getting a bad rap lately in some forums but i love mine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kolla 0 #16 July 21, 2003 I jump a Vector Micron - and love it so much that I have a picture of it with every post I make on dropzone.com I choose the Micron for several reasons, the three most important ones being: - security (pin + riser protection) - construction (RWS is committed to quality) - fit (very comfortable under canopy/in the plane/on the ground). RWS also takes excellent care of their customers - should I ever have a problem with my Micron I know they will be around to take make things right. I'm already dreaming up my next one... Blue ones! KollaBlue Skies Magazine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bch7773 0 #17 July 21, 2003 I just wanted to say thats a cool looking rig you got going... is it my imagination, or is the tie-dye part of it also irridacent? (sp?) does it have a metallic sheen, or is it just the photo? MB 3528, RB 1182 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kolla 0 #18 July 21, 2003 Thanks!! It's just a regular tie-dye - albeit a really nicely done one. It could be just the photo, but I think it's the character of the rig shining through - it's a very happy little rig. But metallic sheen... now that would be cooL!l!! .Blue Skies Magazine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dumpster 0 #19 July 21, 2003 Racer - DOM '95- Reserve pin protection is great- Make sure your rigger gets the pop top nice and flush, to reduce line snag hazards. Main pin protection is mediocre by todays' standards - The main reason I don't freefly yet. Won't buy another one unless they make some major changes to protect the main pin. Nice and comfy otherwise, inspite that I bought it secondhand. It's all black. Next rig I buy will be yellow w/ purple tye-dye. Next rig will be one of three - Vector, Javelin or Wings. Easy Does It Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eddytheeagle 0 #20 July 22, 2003 Last weekend, I made the first jump on my new Talon FS container (w/ new pd reserve and cypres 2), and I'm very pleased .Don't underestimate your ability to screw up! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alain 0 #21 July 22, 2003 current is a parachute australia Talon 2 pro: price, freefly friendly, comfort cons: little margin for main size (120 to 135) which is not a big issue anyway considering that I might keep it with it's main (safire 135) for wing suit flying (just eventualy need a 9' bridle) I will probabely get Mirage MT when me and my visa will be ready for a smaller HP canopy: decent reserve size (120 or 126) and compatible main size (119 to 74 => 1,4:1 to 2,2:1) that will keep me busy for a couple of decades what ever I decide to do Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueSBDeath 2 #22 July 23, 2003 I jump Power Racers. The fit is Da-Best, small profile on Da-back, and pop-top reserve are Da-Bomb. NO ONE steals a Racer!!!!!!!!!!! If they did I would get another Racer. Both are the same size, PD 113R and Stl. 107's.BSBD...........Its all about Respect, USPA#-7062, FB-2197, Outlaw 499 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
katiebear21 0 #23 July 23, 2003 Love my Odyssey... can't wait to buy the new model with the low-yoke. Bought it as a barely used demo rig straight from SP. Colors are definitely unique (although I didn't pick them - I like them). I like the way it fits, feels, moves. Haven't done much freeflying but the few times I've attempted a sit - no problems! Katie Get your PMS glass necklace here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lazyfrog 0 #24 July 23, 2003 I have a Talon, but no pics of it pros : never had a malfunction with it, comfortable cons : articulation rings squeek... release cable housing in nylon, not in metal, reserve flap opens sometimes while sitfly/stand next rig is an odissey or a micron---------- Fumer tue, péter pue ------------- ourson #10, Mosquito Uno, CBT 579 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpy 0 #25 July 23, 2003 I jump a racer. It was made around 6 months after I was born. It certainly doesn't look 17!! If that doesn't say something about a rig I don't know what does! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
