indyz 1 #1 October 29, 2003 Anybody know how to rig one of these? I've used a Lightning with a retract before so I'm familiar with the general concept. Right now I've got the bridle, a pilot chute, and a curved pin, all unassembled. I'm almost certain that the bridle attaches to the canopy at the red (1000 lb. line) end and the PC goes on with a larks head at the white end. The only thing that I really don't know is what to do with the pin. The Lightning bridle had a little fingertrapped tab, but this one doesn't have anything. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuckbrown 0 #2 October 29, 2003 The triathlon's don't have the tab like the lightning. Just put the pin on below the PC and route the bridle through the rings as described in the manual. Just watch out for an unretracted PC. If you route the bridle incorrectly you can have an unretracted PC on opening. If this happens just keep snapping the rear risers until it clears. p.s. if you don't have the manual, i can probably dig up mine and fax you a copy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
darkvapor 0 #3 October 29, 2003 How does the pilot chute pull the pin then? The whole point of the tab on the Lightning bridle is to snag the pin and open the container. If there is no tab, then how does the pin get extracted? The way I'm picturing it, all that will happen is that the bridle will slide through the pin hole without pulling it. I suppose there might be enough 'snatch' force on the bridle but I'm not sure I want to count on that every time. I've never seen a Triathlon, so I would just like some clarification... Obviously you should follow manufacturer recommendations when assembling your canopy, but maybe a knot behind the pin could act as a stopping block. but that might cause more problems like the hanging up on the rings or something. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #4 October 29, 2003 Somebody sent me a PM telling me that a knot in the bridle was the way to go. Seems reasonable. I'll call Aerodyne to make sure, though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuckbrown 0 #5 October 30, 2003 The tab in the Lightning bridle definitely pulls the pin quicker. I have about 400 jumps on a triathlon hybrid and have never had a problem with the pin being pulled. I have had problems with the PC not fully retracting, and the canopy, consequently, not fully inflating. Believe me, a wild ride when you use your brakes. Aerodyne told me that this can happen if the bridle is not routed correctly when packing, although its happened to me when I know the bridle was routed correctly. The procedure to clear it involves snapping the rear risers. It works; once it cleared immediately, another time it took me 2,000 ft. Don't land the canopy in this condition, though I have seen it done (it wasn't pretty and my buddy was lucky not to get seriously hurt). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricTheRed 0 #6 November 13, 2003 I'm also looking for a manual on the Tri retractable PC system. Any body know where to get it? If the manual isn't too long I can take a fax but would prefer .PDF or hardcopy. Thanks, Redillegible usually Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #7 November 13, 2003 Aerodyne emailed me a Word document showing the bridle routing. I'll forward a copy to the email address in your profile when I get home from work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DJL 235 #8 November 13, 2003 I could use a copy of that too. I'll PM you with my email address. THANKS"I encourage all awesome dangerous behavior." - Jeffro Fincher Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
indyz 1 #9 November 13, 2003 OK, I've emailed it to everybody who asked for it. If anybody else wants a copy, let me know. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EricTheRed 0 #10 November 14, 2003 Thanks, If you're ever in the NW look me up. Beers on me! BTW how does your Tri-Hybrid open @ terminal? Ericillegible usually Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuckbrown 0 #11 November 14, 2003 The same as a RW Triathlon. It's a great all around canopy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cliffdobson 0 #12 November 24, 2003 If you want info on the Triathlon Hybrid retractable pilot chute bridle, call Cliff at Aerodyne Research and he will explain it or email you a drawing of the correct assembly. 813-891-6300 or c.dobson@aerodyne-int.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
splat200 0 #13 December 3, 2003 Attached is a picture of the retractable pilot chute hook-up on a Triathlon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedundantRigger 0 #14 March 3, 2015 Anybody have the full manual handy? Picture is great, but the full manual would be better. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
faulknerwn 38 #15 March 4, 2015 Attached is the specs for the bridle.. What exactly do you need to know? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougH 270 #16 March 13, 2015 Are these things at all compatible with lightenings for CRW? I have a CRW Triathlon 132 that has been sitting in a tub in my basement shelves for a few years."The restraining order says you're only allowed to touch me in freefall" =P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skytribe 17 #17 March 13, 2015 Small stuff maybe depending upon loadings. I believe the line lengths for triathlons are a bit longer so I would advise with caution trying to do diamonds with lightnings (or at least engineering the dives accordingly ) A 132 (that's an unusual size !!!)perhaps you mean 135 ;-) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DougH 270 #18 March 15, 2015 Maybe I am thinking Pilot sizes. Crazy Aerodyne sizing, I have owned 168's, 132, 117's, 104's. The only normal Aerodyne size I have ever owned was a 140 pilot, and I guess now a 135. Thanks for the information. "The restraining order says you're only allowed to touch me in freefall" =P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
faulknerwn 38 #19 March 16, 2015 He is correct. Small stuff generally no problem. Stacks no problem. With diamonds you have to adjust for the longer Triathlon lines.. But they do work. And it almost certainly is a 135! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivehr 0 #20 September 24, 2015 Hi guys, I am looking into used Tri 135 hybrid,but found standard one. Is it a big project to add retractable rings on the top skin and does it make sense to go for it? It would need the bridle too. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IJskonijn 45 #21 September 24, 2015 Adding the rings to the top skin should be a relatively simple job for any competent rigger, same goes for making a bridle, as that's just a couple of correctly sized fingertraps and some feature to hold the pin in place (should be on the lower part where the bridle is connected to the canopy, to ensure the bridle tugs on the pin before it tugs on the rig causing a pilot in tow malfunction). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gowlerk 2,256 #22 September 24, 2015 skydivehrHi guys, I am looking into used Tri 135 hybrid,but found standard one. Is it a big project to add retractable rings on the top skin and does it make sense to go for it? It would need the bridle too. Thanks You could have that done. But all that would do is give you a standard Tri with a retractable bridle. A hybrid Tri has CRW specific lines and heavy reinforcing on the nose. So no, in my mind it would not make sense.Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivehr 0 #23 September 24, 2015 Ok, I see. Thanks!Quote Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites indyz 1 #24 September 24, 2015 Wow, this thread keeps coming back year after year. Aerodyne will happily make you a hybrid or full dacron lineset. You really want full dacron for CRW, unless you think you are good enough to only wrap people with the center lines. That said, modifying the canopy to have a retractable bridle isn't as simple as sewing rings to the topskin. The hybrid Tri also has diagonal reinforcement tapes on the ribs and spanwise reinforcing tapes on the topskin. Without the reinforcing you will eventually damage the canopy. Doing the conversion right isn't a particularly challenging project for a qualified rigger, but it is time consuming. Between the lineset, parts, and labor you will probably be halfway to the cost of a new canopy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skydivehr 0 #25 September 24, 2015 I did some research and had a look at previous posts here and on some other forums...yes you are right. Thanks so much for help! Blue skies! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites 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. Reply to this topic... × Pasted as rich text. Paste as plain text instead Only 75 emoji are allowed. × Your link has been automatically embedded. Display as a link instead × Your previous content has been restored. Clear editor × You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL. Insert image from URL × Desktop Tablet Phone Submit Reply 0
indyz 1 #24 September 24, 2015 Wow, this thread keeps coming back year after year. Aerodyne will happily make you a hybrid or full dacron lineset. You really want full dacron for CRW, unless you think you are good enough to only wrap people with the center lines. That said, modifying the canopy to have a retractable bridle isn't as simple as sewing rings to the topskin. The hybrid Tri also has diagonal reinforcement tapes on the ribs and spanwise reinforcing tapes on the topskin. Without the reinforcing you will eventually damage the canopy. Doing the conversion right isn't a particularly challenging project for a qualified rigger, but it is time consuming. Between the lineset, parts, and labor you will probably be halfway to the cost of a new canopy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivehr 0 #25 September 24, 2015 I did some research and had a look at previous posts here and on some other forums...yes you are right. Thanks so much for help! Blue skies! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
