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Right, I understand the individual loops are round from the Dacron, but what keep the two loops pulled apart to make a channel for the kill line? It looks like the two loops can come together, squeezing the kill line, adding friction. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi Derek, First, let's check what cause friction on the kill line: The bridle itself! The bridle we make is 90" long from pin to PC attachment. Friction will always be present in our enviroment right? Now, we can solve this problem making the kill line with kevlar lines or even vectran! The only problem will be the cost of these products! I'm also pretty sure that no PC manufacturer wants to make the people think that you will never need to replace your kill line or the PC itself! Now, the length of the kill line in contact with the bridle loops is only 12". The shrinkage caused by the bridle is way bigger that the only 12" in contact with the bridle loops! What keep the two loops pulled apart to make a channel for the kill line? -A combination of specific dacron lines and the position of the bartacks!!! I've been using my Smart link on my equipment for a lot of jumps and the 12" line that I mentioned don't even have the fuzzy looking! Have a great weekend! Cheers, Gus Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

I was just thinking of added friction on the kill line, shrinking it faster than normal. I have had very good results using a Rapide link and tacking the link to the d-bag. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sorry about that Derek! The quality of my pictures are terrible! Anyway, the bridle loops are not closed at all. Thanks for bringing this up. With the Smart link, the bridle loops have a round shape. No matter what we use, I just think that metal and fabric/tapes are not a good combination. That's why I designed my PC's and the Smart links this way. No use of any metal and tools at all. Cheers, Gus Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

How much does the Smart link cause the bridle to squeeze together onto the kill line? ------------------------------------------------------------ Hi Derek, It never happen, but if it does, the pc is still on "armed" position. I'm not trying to reinvent the wheel, but I believe that our system is damage free, skydiver/rigger friendly and any rigger with a bartacker, a finger trap tool and a piece of dacron line can make one. One problem that I saw is pilot chute bridles out of specification (way too long). On this case, the bridle loop will "dance" up and down and it will damage the loops regardless of any use of soft or metal links. Also, the size of the grommet on the bag been to large (#5 or larger). Hope I answered your question! Cheers, Gus Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

Beezy, The Smart links is the best solution so far for this kind of problem. I have a lot of customers using the Smart link and they are pretty happy about it. Price! Well, I didn't forget about that too! Only $8.00 and no more problems!!! The combination of our pilot chute design and our smart link definitely eliminated those bridle loop damages, but unfortunately I created another one! Make people think that pilot chutes last forever if there is no damages! Well, this is for another discussion! I hope to see you soon! Cheers, Gus Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

Hi Beezyshaw, You have a very good idea! The problem of metal links damaging the loops in the bridle is a reality. Our company has developed a system that eliminates any use of metal to connect the bridle-bag and bridle-canopy attachment point. I've testing this system for thousand of jumps and about 3 years. There is no damage at all and one very good thing is that you can connect/disconnetc the pc in 10 seconds with no need for any tools! Check out our web page and tell me what do you think! http://www.riggingsolutions.us/product/Accessories/pilot_chutes.htm When are coming to visit us and bring some demos?!?! Cheers, Gus Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

Hi there, Here are a few recommendations for you and for everybody that flies a wing. 1. Do some research and learn as much as you can about turbulence. 2. Also learn about aerodynamics and its concepts. 3. Watch Scott Miller canopy control classes. Once you have all this basic information, it'll be much easier to understand that no matter which kind of canopy you have, you are under control to decide when you can be in the sky. You are the pilot! Be smart and don't get trapped on wheather, but if you get in any problems, make decisions as higher as you can. Land away from fixed objects and fight until your canopy is on the ground. Flying canopies are negleted for many reasons, but you are the one that can change that for yourself! It's supposed to be fun, right? Be safe and have fun, Gus Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

The singer 269 is a great machine. I have one for sale, complete, 42 stitches for reline canopies and anything your imagination can do! I used to make all bunch of stuff with this machine like PC's, risers, gear bags and etc... E-mail me if have any questions. sales@riggingsolutions.us Gus Marinho

Hi John, Yes I can explain! First, if you leave too little of remaining lines, you will probably have a off-heading or line twist because one side of the lines will be shorter than the other side and in this case, close to the reserve wall! You can check this problem by just putting the main deployment bag on top the main top flap. Second, I think is pretty hard to try to get the right length of remaining lines so just use the length of your risers as a guide to accomplish that. For example: If you have a 21 inches risers (Standard), you will have approximately 21 inches of remaining lines. Using your risers, in my personal opinion, get you free of figures, numbers and etc. I think too much remaining lines also will give some problems. Just find what works for you and sure that you are not too little or too long Be safe and have fun, Augusto Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

QuoteDoes it matter if I leave around 24 inches of line between the last stow and the risers ? ------------------------------------------------------------ Yes, it does! I know its normally advised to leave between 12 to 18 inches between the last stow and the risers. ------------------------------------------------------------ I recommend to my customers and friends to use the same length of the risers as a reference between the last stow and the risers. Very simple, no numbers, no figures!!!! Be safe and have fun Augusto Marinho Rigging Sotutions Gus Marinho

Derek, As a rigger on the field working on the skydiving industry 7 days a week, I can only say that I'm 100% with you. Law interpretations are quite a problem for a civilized society. Most of the interpretations are based on somebody interests! We all know how difficult is to gain experience as a senior rigger and our sport can olny have benefits if we allow ourselves to work and learn. My personnal opinion is that if you're a senior rigger, have the tools to perform the work and ckeck with the manufacturer how you "should perform the job", you are no different that somebody else that holds a higher license. I hope this incredible complaint ends just like a joke, because freedom of speech is allowed in this country! If that's the case, I also states that a senior rigger can repair/alter main canopies. Augusto D. Marinho Rigging Solutions, LLC Parachute Sales & Service Gus Marinho

Hi Mike, Gear bags is one of our products we make at our shop. We have zippers and sliders and I actually designed my gear bags. I saw that you live in NC, so I'm pretty close to you. Why don't you come over and take a look how is done. I'll be glad to help you out! Augusto Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

Hi Alexey, The space between needles on binder machines on the skydiving industry is normally 3/16" inches. If you are shopping for a binder, check this web site: www.tac-tenn.com Talk with the owner, Mr Bill. They have all different kinds of binders or custom made ones. Good luck, Gus Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

I'd like to thank you for participating on this poll. As I stated on my post, this poll was to get some statistics and ideas about main canopy inspection. I'm very glad that a lot of people participated and also gave some inputs on how you have you canopy inspected. Thank you again and blue skies, Augusto "Gus" Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

Hi everybody, I'm just trying to get some statistics from you to be used on my seminars. I appreciated it! The main inspection means handle your canopy to a/your parachute rigger. He/she will hang the canopy, check fabric condition, lines condition and line trim and/or anything he/she thinks that needs to be checked. It also means you pay a fee for this service. Thank you and blue skies, Augusto "Gus" Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

You have a good question right there! When I have a customer asking for this kind of service, I "always" recommend to have the rig service at the manufacturer. Here is why? 1-The manufacturer does this work everyday, I mean everyday! 2-It's also cheaper than you think. Harness work varies by manufacturer, some allow you to work once and some allow you to work twice(if a mistake is done). I'm a Master Rigger with a lot of experience in sewing also, but it doesn't give the permission to convince you that I'll be better to perform this major mod. Contact the Manufacturer, tell them your problem with your new container and I can tell you that Sunrise Rigging will do all they can to help you out. Blue Skies, Augusto "Gus" Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho

The kill line should be replaced using the same material used by pilot chutes manufacturers. On this case you'll need to contact a rigger that has a bartack or zigzag machine. He/her will use a 725 spectra line. Kill lines should be replaced after 400+ jumps or when it shows signs of shrinkage or damaged. Kill lines can also affect the openings so have the line replaced is a good and cheap investment. The cost (at least at our service department) is $10.00. Blue Skies. Augusto Marinho Rigging SolutionsQuote Gus Marinho

Hi all, I'm looking for a logbook that has more than 6 jumps per page, have looked on paragear etc but can't find one! Hi Lolli, We do have this logbook in stock. It costs only $8.00. This logbook has 5 jumps per page. Let me know if you have any other question. Augusto "Gus" Marinho Rigging Solutions Gus Marinho