bgy8nas 0 #1 August 11, 2003 Does anyone know anything about the Phantom 145 reserve. I have been offered a second hand one but can't find any info. Who makes it, how does the pack volume compare to PD, what are peoples opinions about the quality? Cheers nick Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ojf1982 0 #2 August 11, 2003 I am of the opinion of not going cheap when buying a reserve, because it is your last chance. Spend the extra and get a Techno, PD , Tempo reserve.The edge ... there is no honest way to explain it because the only people who know where it is are those that have gone over - Hunter S. Thompson Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hooknswoop 19 #3 August 11, 2003 Poynter's, VOL II, PG 147: Phantom 145: Essentially a reserve version of the Stingray(Introduced March 1984). I-beam construction and freebag deployment. Surface Area: 145 sq ft, PIA 139 sq ft Cells: 7 Wing Span: 18.40' Wing Cord: 7.9' Aspect Ation: 2.33:1 Weight 5.0 lbs. Pack Volume: 293 cu in Recommended weight range: 75-135 lbs. (Who the hell has an exit weight of 75 lbs.!?) Maximum supsended weight: 155 lbs TSO certification was received to TSO C23c. First introduced in June 1985. Fabric 1.1 oz ripstop nylon Lines: 400 lb Dacron Trim Specifications: A to B: 3.25" A to C: 9.5" A to D: 18.5"A to trailing edge, brakes set: 9" Total Length of A line: 110" Full Flight: 15' Tolerance: 0.5" A PD-143R Pack Volume is between 343 and 363 cu in and measures between 149 and 151 sq ft. A PD-126R Pack Volume is 296 cu in and measures 137 sq ft. Derek Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
murrays 0 #4 August 11, 2003 I've had a Phantom 145 for 17 years in what is _now_ my second rig. I have had three rides on it...one about an 8 second delay after an intentional cutaway, one a quicker pull after an intentional and the third a low speed after a crw wrap. It landed me great, the openings were fine. If it passes a good rigger's inspection, I wouldn't be afraid of buying it if you're getting a good deal....but it has to be a good deal!-- Murray "No tyranny is so irksome as petty tyranny: the officious demands of policemen, government clerks, and electromechanical gadgets." - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bgy8nas 0 #5 August 12, 2003 Thanks for the help guys, will think it over. Nick Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
