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  1. masterrig
    Welcome to the club! Been there... done that. I was closing a Vector, while working on my Senior ticket. The pilot-chute got away from me and knocked my glasses off my face! You learn to watch your business. Vector pilot-chutes do have some force to them! Chuck
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    Thank you, for the response! I was going from memory and at my age, I should know better! Chuck
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    Any time, you are removing a parachute from the risers, always remove the links from the risers. It can be a real mess if you remove the lines from the links. If, it were me, I'd just send it all together to your rigger. Since it needs an I&R anyhow, get it all done at one time. If, it is cost effective to you at this time. Chuck
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    Thank you, for the response. I recall having the opportunity to 'visit' with John Sherman, at one of the Symposiums and recall his mentioning that, about Type 13 webbing. I wanted to ask you the question to make sure I had it correct. Chuck
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    Hello, NightJumper! I have a question for you. Weren't the friction adapters in common use on harness' today, originally used on very early cotton webbing for harness' and that Type 13 webbing is woven in a similar pattern? Chuck
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    Thank you, Bill! I guess, I could've been more specific rather than being brief. I think, you've given us all some real insight into what it takes. I don't believe, I've ever said rigs were too expensive. I fully understand what is involved. When I was working on my Master's certificate, at Sandy Reid's, I got the 'nickel tour'. Costs on everything rise. I know that, on just a minor scale. It's strange, I don't hear many complaints about the increased cost of a new pick-up! Long for the old days? You and me Both! Thank you, again. Chuck
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    More than likely, the material in your jumpsuit is Polyester/cotton-Poly blend, heavy duty (Size-69) Polyester thread works fine also. It is quite strong and more resistant to UV. I do a lot of jumpsuit repairs and having all Nylon threads, I use that, rather than loading-up on Polyester threads. Good luck to you. Chuck
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    Woolite (white plastic bottle, dark blue label), can be found in any grocery store, along with laundry detergents, bleaches and etc. Follow the instructions on the bottle. As for washing a rig with other than Stainless Steel hardware... no problem! I do it all the time. Chuck
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    No telling what delivery times will be like with Florida being beat to death with hurricanes! A good number of manufacturer's of parachutes and harness-containers being 'based' there. Chuck
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    10 - 4! Chuck
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    Some very good points here. Regional 'influences' being a big influence. When I first started jumping, our DZ was 'big' on Vextors. Then, the preference became Javelin with a smattering of Dolphins, Talons and Wings. They are all, made very well with good construction and detail. The main thing is you! What are you looking for in a rig? What is your area of interest in the sport and which harness-container will meet your needs. Ask around your DZ and see if folks will let you try theirs on and ask questions. Check web-pages. If, there was some way, you could get to the PIA Symposium in Jacksonvill in January, '05, that is a great place to see what's 'out there' and the manufacturer's are right there ready to help you. Maybe, what everyone else has, isn't right for you. Chuck
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    You might call or e-mail one of the manufacturer's and ask them. I would guess at 6 - 8 days. Again, as mentioned in a previous post, depending on the order. Harness' are made separately (of course) and the container is constructed. Along the way, are a series of inspections leading up to final inspections. Templates are used and the pieces hot-knifed. It is an 'assembly - line' type operation. If, you are ever in the vicinity of one of the manufacturer's, stop by or call. Some if not all, have 'tours'. I haven't checked lately but, Rigging Innovations in Eloy (does/did). It is a really interesting process. There's a lot of work and time involved. Chuck
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    10 - 4 on the ProTec! A few years ago, we had a student who had a 'hard' landing and hit her head on a concrete culvert (long story). Put a pretty good gouge in the ProTec but, she only had a slight headache afterward! They aren't really 'stylish' but, they give good protection. They are used in a lot of various sports activities and aren't 'high-dollar'. Anyone buying a helmet, needs to shop around to find one that meets their needs. Chuck
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    Great tip! All temperature Cheer (without bleach), works good also but, the Woolite retains the 'shiny' new look. Also, check with the owners manual for the harness-container for stain removal (blood, oil, grease, etc.) prior to washing. Just follow the instructions and don't deviate from them. Chuck
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    Good goin, Sparky! I appreciate the up-dated list! I'm glad, I didn't throw-out the 'foreign' packing instructions when I got my volumes of Blackman's manuals! Chuck
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    Most seamstresses or even good dry cleaner/laundry can make the alteration. More than likely... same day. Any that I have ever dealt with have an industrial machine. Chuck
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    Personally, I've always thought the Racer looked good. What you said, holds a lot of truth. we tend to 'follow' what is popular. Like bell-bottoms in the '70's. As for packing Racers, at first, I kinda let them 'intimidate' me. After attending one of the seminars, put-on by Jump-Shack... no problem! I really don't believe, they can be beat for comfort. As for workmanship, there is some excellent work put into them. Also, the use of Type - 13 webbing in the harness, is more adaptable to the hardware. Chuck
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    I'm not trying to be out of line but, your being one of the 'pioneers' of this sport, I guess, you had to be inventive. Having never jumped a 'round', I've packed a lot of them, I've heard stories of how the folks who started this sport would get a 'new' round and start cutting holes in it looking for better 'performance'. Nowadays, all one has to do is jump on the world-wide web and everything one needs is right there! Not like going to the old Army Surplus store! Passing a baton between two free-fallers was pretty hot stuff. Chuck
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    He was trying to come-up with an idea for the cable routings for the release cables (yellow). He had to make a phone call and stepped into a pay-phone booth. You know the flex cable from the reciever to the telephone box on a pay-phone? Bingo! Chuck So the story goes...
  20. masterrig
    Whoa there, big boy! This stuff can really light a fire under you My favorite story is about Bill Booth and the release cable routings! Chuck
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    Yessir, I sure did. Dan Poynter came-up with the idea and didn't really persue it. Mr. Sherman, also came-up with the idea of the 'mini-van'. I've had the pleasure of visiting with both he and his lovely wife at the Symposium. Super people! That's a great idea! A parachute/skydiving/rigging trivia page! Wish I'd thought of it. Chuck "Fair return is no robbery!"
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    Not meaning to start some kinda 'war' here but, if I may quote from SSK Industries as well as the Cypres Owner's Manual: "Lifetime for CYPRES is 12 years plus 3 months from original date of manufacture." So, there! Chuck A nod, is as good as a wink, to a blind horse.
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    Also, John Sherman holds a degree in engineering. The 'new' line of Racer is really pretty good looking and retains that 'comfy' reputation. As well as the idea of 'form follows function'. I guess, if you were to argue Ford v Chevy, the Racer would be an Edsel. Highly under-rated. They just lacked 'looks'. Chuck
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    Got to agree with AggieDave and all the others who suggested you get with your instructors & S&TA. There are good used rigs out there. Don't jump ('scuse the pun!) into the first deal 'you' see. Check with dealers or the classifieds right here at DZ.com. Good luck to you. Chuck
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    After the hurricane that just went through Florida, I think 'schedules' have been drastically changed for production and shipping! Chuck