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I'll agree. We as humans, have the ability to make 'choices'. Good, bad or indifferent, we have that ability. That's what separates us from other forms of life. Enjoyed the exhange of ideas. Chuck
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To me, there is no question as to 'right' or 'wrong'. I didn't 'wrestle' anything. AirTec says that the life-span of the Cypres is 12yrs +3mos.... that's it! The entire unit, not just the cutter. No question. It's a 'dead' item. To me, 'donating' a 12yr. old Cypres is wrong. The 'life-span' of Cypres was brought-up at the last Symposium. Mr. Cloth had some excellent information in regard to the matter. You might call AirTec or SSK Industries. I'm sure, they can be of help to you. Chuck Chuck
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There is a 'Trade-in' deal with AirTec GmbH when buying a new Cypres. It's not much but, it could help a bit. Also, the manufacturer would like to 'go through' those 'expired' units for R & D purposes. Chuck
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Interesting thought. I think, I would want to contact AirTec GmbH first, before trying to sell someone an 'out-of-date' (13yr. old) Cypres. The 12yr. +3mos. life-span is there for a reason. Chuck
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You stated that you would; "...never take a chance on a customer's rig." Why, would you want to take a chance with your own rig as well as your life? We riggers, 'must' follow manufacturer's instructions. That applies to us, as well as the people we work for. Jumping with a Cypress, past it's 12-yr. life-span is not setting a good example to other jumpers, also. As was suggested, you might possibly find a used Cypres or, you might have to jump without one. Jeapordizing your 'ticket' as well as a jump pilot's ticket, is just plain wrong. We may not always like the rules but, if we want to 'play'... we have to follow the rules. Chuck
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In finding a main parachute to not be airworthy, I include it on an invoice, listing any and all damage and have the owner sign my copy. I include that; "In my opinion, the parachute is un-safe without the proper repairs being performed." After that, it's outa my hands. Chuck
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It would probably be a good Idea to contact the manufacturer of the parachute on this one. Manufacturer's do graphics and any that I've seen, was sewn-on. Chuck
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Fade or Blue stripes #-3. The fade looks good! Chuck
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Good point, I agree. Sailplane pilots wear their rigs for hours at a time in their planes. That sweat has to go somewhere. Mix that with water and 'darkness' inside the container and things start happening. We get sweat in our parachutes, also. Chuck
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It takes a 'manly-man' to jump pink! I've had 3-parachutes with neon pink in them. Chuck P.S. Easy, now!
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Depending on climate and all considered, I have seen mildew to parachutes. These were primarily from sailplane pilot rigs, where a bladder broke in the plane and the parachute (still packed) was hung-up in hangar to dry. I've seen 1 or 2 reserves in 'sport' rigs with mildew where 'a little water' was spilled on it, while packed and just left to dry. In thinking, a 'misted' parachute, packed-up at the end of the day and left that way till the following week-end? Chuck
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According to Poynter's Parachute Manual, remove blood stains with cold, clean water. Daub the stain with clean cloths. I dip just the blood-stained area, in a small tub of cold, clean water, daub it with clean cloths and continue the process till the stain is gone. Allow to 'air' dry, out of the sun. Warm water will set the stain. There should be instructions for removing blood-stains as well as other stains in the 'Owner's Manual' for your parachute. Hope, this helps. Chuck
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I don't feel that 'misting' or wetting a Z-P parachute is helpful. I doubt that clean water would be any more harmful than 'sweat' from packing on a hot, humid day. It would in fact, make it more difficult packing damp or wet fabric. I agree with Dave, Hookitt and Bigun. They make good, valid points. The idea of getting with a packer or rigger, would be most helpful. As Dave pointed-out, you can learn some tricks and managing that slippery #%*& material. Z-P is a patience builder! Also, I have to agree with those in this forum that you should be able to ask any question, any time. The stupid question is the question not asked! Good luck to you! Chuck
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We've got a guy at our DZ like that. I have seen him 'flop' pack everything from a Pegasus to a Stiletto and about everything in-between. He swears by it. He started jumping in the '70's, about the time squares were just making a 'splash' in the sport and the Paradactyl was becoming passe'. Chuck
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I've seen one or two openings where an eliptical was 'flop' packed... you could hear the screams from the ground! Chuck
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Hey, Rob! Isn't the Strong Tandem Reserve, per the mfgr's. instructions, kind of a 'hi-brid' 'flop - book' pack? The A - B lines being rolled or flopped where the C - D lines are 'stacked. I never got into straight 'flop' packing. My first parachute was an old Classiflier with a 26' Navy conical, 4-line release reserve and a Maverone main. That, I book packed. Mainly because, noone at our DZ, really knew or understood pro-packing, which was rather new at the time. Later, after I got into Z-P (Sabre -170), I pro-packed, which I pretty much, taught myself. This thread has been interesting as well as informative! It'a all a learning curve. Thanks! Chuck
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I think, you answered my question! I have contended, the 'flop' pack, opened faster. just from observing openings of student mains that were 'flop' packed and 'experienced' jumper's mains, that were 'pro' packed. Thanks, Chuck
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Thanks, Terry! I appreciate your in-put. When it came to packing 'student' Mantas, I was taught the good'ol book pack. I'm curious, are the openings, any more or less 'brisk' with 'flop' pack in comparison to a 'book' pack? Thanks, Chuck.
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Hey, Sparky! Someone started talking about various ways of packing mains and this method came-up in the conversation. I recall, years back, seeing a lot of line burning to mains that were flop-packed. Probaby, from getting in a hurry. One person suggested, a 'higher risk' of line-overs with a 'pro-pack'. Thanks, for the in-put. Chuck
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Had a 'little' discussion in regard to 'flop' or 'roll' packing main parachutes at our DZ, this past week-end and am looking for ideas, pros - cons. Thanks, in advance for any in-put. Chuck
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You might try calling the manufacturer of your container and tell them what you have. They can more than likely, replace the colors for mid-flap stripes or pop-top colors, etc. Dying a parachute harness-container is bad ju-ju, unless, you really, really know what you are doing and the type dye and all that is involved. It's best to telephone the manufacturer, they are real quick to help. Good luck. Chuck
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I think, it's just a matter of what you want. Personally, I think, the 'wider' chest straps are more comfortable. Some folks think the 1"-chest straps are more comfortable or 'cooler'. If you can, try-on a rig with a 1"-chest strap and see what you think. Maybe, jump it. A lot of folks can tell you what you 'need' but, the best way is, try it for yourself. You be the judge. You're the one spending the money. You're the one who needs to be happy with your decision. Chuck
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Worked for me too! When I was first starting-out as a student, I was having problems, also. One of my jumpmasters, a drop-dead gorgeous girl with a tremendous personality, told me before jumpmastering me for the first time, as I was crawling out on the strut; "Look at me and smile real big!" That, did a lot to relax me. It's hard to relax, when you're about to do something that is 'un-natural', like skydiving. The big smile works! Chuck