imdskydiver 0 #1 November 17, 2003 It is time to get my canopy re lined , Any thought on building a new set from scratch vs. buying a new set , My canopy is a cobalt and Atair sells the lines but does not install them , Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rigging65 0 #2 November 18, 2003 A good rigger/loft can install the set for you. As for building your own...it's kind of fun, but it takes some time, requires a long table (or floor space with something to tie off to), a sewing machine with 'E' thread and a zig-zag setting, buying the line type, getting the set specs., a finger trapping tool, etc... It's a good learning experience, but it's more work than it's worth, IMO, unless you've got the time and a real interest in it! I might suggest finding a rigger familiar with lineset replacement and ask if you can help/watch. It's worth seeing/understanding! "...and once you had tasted flight, you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been, and there you long to return..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
imdskydiver 0 #3 November 18, 2003 I was not talking about building my own but having a rigger build a set for me as opposed to just installing one from Atair . If he built a set would the tolerances be as close as the ones manufactured . I am thinking there is room for error , Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmsmith 1 #4 November 18, 2003 A master rigger can re-line your canopy for roughly $260.00 not including shipping. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hookitt 1 #5 November 18, 2003 How much will it cost (not including shipping) if a senior rigger does it?My grammar sometimes resembles that of magnetic refrigerator poetry... Ghetto Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rigging65 0 #6 November 18, 2003 QuoteIf he built a set would the tolerances be as close as the ones manufactured . I am thinking there is room for error If he's a good rigger, they should be well within tolerance. If you're concerned, just get the set from Atair and have someone install it. I'm pretty sure you'll get the set cheaper from the Mfg. than through a rigger...the Mfg. is set up with the proper jigs and such to build linesets, so it's cheaper for them to build the set than for someone who would be doing it as a "one of" project. "...and once you had tasted flight, you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skyward. For there you have been, and there you long to return..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
davelepka 4 #7 November 18, 2003 ***Atair sells the lines but does not install them Nice job on the customer service those boys at Atair are doing, nice job indeed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
