hut4car 1 #1 November 7, 2012 I’m a paraglider pilot, and I would like to venture out and try other canopy sports. I likely will jump as avidly as I fly (my life is consumed!). I have read a post where someone became a rigger and was able to pack in turn for jumps. I’m looking to not cut corners, but to cut costs. Would this be a good thing to pursue? I understand it won’t be simple but I am willing to put in the time if it can help. What other ways have you heard of that would make this all less costly. Without giving up a realistic approach of course! What other ways have you heard of that would make this all less costly. With out giving up a realistic approach of course! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Southern_Man 0 #2 November 7, 2012 Don't know what country you are in. In the USA you can pack without being a rigger. It is a way a lot of people have taken to get started in the sport. Contact your local DZ and see if they can help you."What if there were no hypothetical questions?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 37 #3 November 7, 2012 Welcome to the forums! She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #4 November 7, 2012 It's not that simple. Getting a rigger ticket is a pretty serious investment in both time and money. And the packing jobs are among the most coveted at the DZ. You aren't going to just walk onto the DZ and start packing, even with a rigger ticket. Less costly? Buy a tent and learn to like Ramen. "There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
