skydivingdutch 0 #1 September 10, 2003 Hello, I almost have my A license (damn NW weather!) and Im debating on what to get next for gear. I currently own an altimeter and some CURV Z sunglasses/goggles. Should I look into: - jumpsuit - ProTrack - used/new rig (complete or not) I have already planned to buy some decent gloves for the cooling air at 10,000 ft. Thanks http://dropman.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CanuckInUSA 0 #2 September 10, 2003 A ProTrack is nice to have (especially if you are freeflying), but not 100% required. A jumpsuit geared towards your style of skydiving is also nice to have. But you can also jump in street clothes. So my vote would be to start thinking about purchasing a rig. Buy one which is freefly friendly (even if freeflying isn't your cup of tea), but be careful to select a canopy and a reserve which are applicable to your experience level. Try not to worry about the things you have no control over Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chrisky 2 #3 September 10, 2003 Two post with the same question in a day...Look into the "Why wait"-thread and do a search on "buying first rig"... Please. Apart from that, ProTrack is a nice device, audible is a good thing anyway, but learn not to rely only on that (it's tempting). I'd recommend waiting a bit before you buy your first rig, like 4-60 jumps for getting more canopy experience. Apart from that, HAVE FUN!The mind is like a parachute - it only works once it's open. From the edge you just see more. ... Not every Swooper hooks & not every Hooker swoops ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
drenaline 0 #4 September 11, 2003 get the used rig, all the other things are extras that are not that important for a jump. HISPA 21 www.panamafreefall.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #5 September 11, 2003 which bit saves your life? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymedic 0 #6 September 11, 2003 the sum of all parts saves your life..... Marc otherwise known as Mr.Fallinwoman.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr2mk1g 10 #7 September 11, 2003 ok, so which bit cant you do without? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
