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The good thing for most of you out there is that our manufacturing lead time has come down considerably now! We put in one more production line specifically for the Sigma and now we are going to be adding a 3rd line to cater for added business so that we can keep our lead time down - to give you an idea we ran at any where between 16-20 weeks last year! Currently with all the improvements we have managed to bring this down to an awesome 7-8 weeks lead time, so what that means is if you ordered your rig today it will be ready in max. 8 weeks! I think this is certainly a big improvement on the past 24 frustrating months of long lead times... what is even better is that when you visit you actually get to see the sport line - its very much larger than the others. We have been working really hard to please our sport customers!!! I fight your fight here at the factory... Cheers "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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...better make time next time around "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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So come on now! Who has been on the tour and what did you think? Did you learn anything? "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Yes I do remember your group! That was a very stressful day for us at RWS getting prepared for the PIA Convention. Typically I use Type 7 for the pull tests... it has a nice effect especially since many harnesses out in the field have this type of webbing incorporated in their design! Hope to see you back at the Factory sometime soon again "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Can't wait - bring it on!!! "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Damn fine idea... I will look into this - maybe get it on DVD sooner though! Thanks for the idea though! "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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I guess without this sounding like a Relative Workshop advertisement – take it how you see it, but I think many of dz.commers stand to gain from this… RWS is located in Deland, Florida. Thousands of skydivers make their pilgrimage to Skydive Deland and should you find yourself being one of these individuals or group of skydivers I highly encourage you to pay me a visit at the factory. The reason why I post this is merely that I want each and every one of you to be clear that we are extremely approachable and enjoy offering skydivers the opportunity to visit our facilities – we are very proud of what we have and how we do things! You will get a personal tour around our facilities from the front desk through the productions facility – here you will see how a Vector 3 or Sigma for that fact starts off from its cut process right through to the last building stage of completing the harness… and then into the caged area where the products get a 3rd and final inspection! You will get to see the rigging facilities whereby the riggers are busy non-stop doing repair work – yes those student systems do happen to slide across runways occasionally! From Rigging you will be guided into Para-Stock’s facilities… want to see how we test the fabrics and hardware? You will see some old and new machines used by this diverse industry and you will walk away so much more enlightened as to what it takes to deliver you a quality product… Now this tour is not only designed for skydivers whom are looking at the purchase of a new rig, but for those who also wish to learn also little more of what happens behind the scenes at one of the biggest manufacturers in the industry irrespective of what gear you jump. Take it from me that many skydivers from Master Rigger’s to first time jumpers will learn a whole bunch. I am sure there are many skydivers on these forums will be testament to the tour that you will experience at Relative Workshop. So, if you find yourself passing by please drop in and say hi… you might just find we are actually some very cool skydivers ourselves and we also like to meet all off you. We promise a damn fine time that will be well worth your time! Looking forward to meeting many of you when you’re in Deland or wherever we may be on the road! Guess that some of you can let some of the skydivers out on the forums understand what they could possibly get out of this kind of tour!!! Blue skies!!! Egon Sussmann Sales & Marketing Tandem Program Examiner The Uninsured Relative Workshop, Inc. www.relativeworkshop.com "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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south-africa (Citrusdal) repack regulations?
egons replied to Laurent's topic in Events & Places to Jump
6 months! Have fun there its beautiful... Cheers Egon "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!" -
Australia have their own set of guide lines for tandem certification. Should you wish to get a RWS rating this will be the minimum that the Tandem I/E will require from you. Keep in mind that Australia might have higher requirements. Before beginning this program, an applicant for Tandem Instructor Training must: 1. Currently possess, or at one time been issued, a USPA Static Line Instructor rating, AFF Jumpmaster or Instructor rating, or a USPA IAD Instructor rating or foreign equivalent. Those candidates with a Static Line or IAD Jumpmaster rating must also attend a USPA BIC/Coach before attending a tandem certification course. 2. Have logged at least 500 ram-air jumps and 3 years experience in sport parachuting. 3. Hold a current FAA Class 1, 2, or 3 Medical Certificate or foreign equivalent. 4. Hold a current USPA D license (expert) or foreign equivalent. 5. Be at least 18 years of age. Hope this helps. The requirment most tend to forget is the 3 years in the sport! Cheers Egon "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Date: January 1, 1999 Relative Workshop has recently changed the weight limit capability of the Vector Tandem System and the Sigma Tandem System when used in conjunction with the following (airworthy) canopies, regardless of their date of manufacture. PD-360 Reserve Canopy PD-421 Main Canopy PD-500 Main Canopy EZ-384 Main Canopy EZ-425 Main Canopy Sigma 340,370 & 395 Main Canopies The previous weight limit was 450 lbs. The new approved gross weight limit is 500 lbs. This translates to approximately 50 lbs. of gear weight and 450 lbs. of personnel weight. Please keep this official weight-change authorization (in your office files and in the aircraft with your FAA-Exemption) for future reference because the canopies you currently jump are placarded for 400-450 lbs. This notice supercedes current placarding. Authorizing Authority - The Uninsured Relative Workshop, Inc. "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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I do not think I was trying to imply that we invented it! Carry Handles yes have been around, but never really took off... You be suprised how many skydivers now take them! "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Here is the Carry Handle option... "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Damn.. you are so right! I will post them when I am back in the office tomorrow morning... "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Hopefully I can assist you here! Firstly, most are under the impression that the control unit is damaged from what your explaining -sure packing the PC into the BOC with the rig upside down and the yoke getting slammed into the ground is never wise and I would certainly ask the packer not to do it - after all it is your rig and you have paid long bucks for it. Simple, if the packer is not prepared to respect your equipment... don't use him/her again. The control unit certainly can get damaged in this manner, but more often than not and especially on tandem rigs the control unit is damaged when rig is picked up by the yoke and carried that way. At RWS we have noticed this a number of times. We came up with a solution which is availible on all our Container/Harnesses.. and in fact I have one on my rig - the simple carry handle! Check the pictures I ahve attached to see what I am talking about. Its a simple $35 option that can save you some money in the long run. Hope this helps... "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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...look forward to catching up with some ice cold beers! I am looking at having seminar after the days jumping, so be sure to be there or maybe earlier if you wish to do another Skyhook jump - if I remember you have already jumped the system with the PD106 reserve in it See ya soon... "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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... I am sure Nancy will take your plastic What you may not have seen is the system is a fully loaded rig which would retail at about $2600 - this leaves about $300 for all design, embroidery and artwork put on this system. Nancy is only trying to offer her creativity to be used on a container - a 100% custom designed system - a one off and no other system will ever look like it. Much the same with what she has with her current jumpsuits! Believe me there are skydivers who are fashion conscious and have the money to spend on there equipment. Much like jumpsuits - get a simple of the shelf suit or design a one off peice of artwork! I think it is really cool that Nancy is trying to take container designs to the next level. I am not on this forum trying to sell or market this product - merely appreciate what Nancy is trying to achieve for you as a skydiver giving you choice. Go back 20 years and look in the magazines and see how far you could go with ordering custom equipment - its come a hell of a long way! Pimp my ride I say! "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Safety Day is just that! I will be at Atlanta Skydiving Center this coming weekend participating in USPA's safety day. I plan on bringing the Skyhook Intentional Break Away Rigs to the dropzone - these rigs are available for those who wish to have a Skyhook experience. I will be on hand at the dz for any gear related questions that you may have. Sales are one thing, but the sport has changed over the years and unfortunately my personal observation is the new jumpers are less knowledgeable on their own equipment and maintenance. For those who have not yet met me - please I am totally approachable and please do keep in mind that there are no stupid questions. Look forward to seeing those who plan to come out and make this Safety Day a success. For everyone else - get involved in your dz's safety day and walk away with at least asking one question and getting the answer. Cheers. Egon "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Her rig looks mighty fine I personally really dig what she did with the backpad! She also makes it look damn good in the sky - she certainly can fly! "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Someone help me out with them clicky things - I guess I am one of those user problems Thanks Egon "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Well its finally ready for production - for those who missed the PIA. I have a link to those who want to have a unique system! "Ouragan Suits in collaboration with Relative Workshop is proud to introduce the “ Ouragan Collection rig”. A brand new concept where it is now possible to have a one of a kind design on your container! Get tie-dye, reflective and/or metallic material, custom embroidery design, etc. From tribal to flames, from racing to abstract or make your own; Be creative, be different, be yourself, Style yourself ! " http://www.ouragansuits.com/rig.html For those who saw Nancy's rig on display at PIA - give me some feedback. Cheers Egon "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Has anyone flown with a tandem container recently?
egons replied to LawnDart21's topic in General Skydiving Discussions
Don't stress - I do it all the time with all of my travels. Never have lost a thing to date and nothing has been tampered with. Maybe I have just been lucky! Cheers Egon "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!" -
Come to Skydive Deland and we will have you hooked up in no time.... Rated on Vector/Sigma of course! Seen as your also in South Africa you may also want a shorter flight down to Cape Town - there are 2 RWS Examiners at Skydive Cape Town. If your coming Florida side I can always sort you out - African Style Cheers Egon "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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Manifest/DZO/S&TA should have a file on all instructors with the licences and an up to date FAA class 3 medical certifcate. There is no harm in asking and no offense should be taken. Cheers Egon "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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and here's my rig! "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"
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and here's another good one... "Start doing what's necessary, then what's possible, and suddenly you're doing the impossible!"