meatbomb 0 #26 November 10, 2004 QuoteQuoteWould you rather have a hacky cutaway, or a pad? Simple as that ?? huh? Which would be easier to get a hold of? Clue: You would grip cutaway and BOC the same way...Another Clue: Why don't we have Cutaway hackies?--- Swoopert, CS-Aiiiiiii! Piccies Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #27 November 10, 2004 QuoteQuoteQuoteWould you rather have a hacky cutaway, or a pad? Simple as that ?? huh? Which would be easier to get a hold of? Clue: You would grip cutaway and BOC the same way...Another Clue: Why don't we have Cutaway hackies? ooooh, gotcha. Yeah, i'd rather the pillow/pad:) -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aubsmell 0 #28 November 11, 2004 I don't have a lot of experience with a lot of different brands freefly handles, but I've seen a few different variations. I can only talk about ours with any certainty. I jump our freefly handle, and it is VERY firmly in place when it is properly tucked it. we have a BOC tuck, and then the other side tucks under the sideflap/bridal-cover. From a side angle you can lift the rig with this handle, if you lift from the bottem of the rig it comes right out. So basically it won't just pop out during flight, or if it gets a slight snagg in freefall or exit. This is exactly what it is designed for. However, the one downfall I have found is this. I frequently jump a wing suit. The angle which I pitch is different than that of a normal deployment, and I have found it rather difficult. So in this case, I prefer a hacky. If I don't have another rig with me (the freefly handle is on my primary rig) and I hook my suit up to it. I just don't tuck the side under the bridal cover, and it makes it way easier. Just my two cents... peace"Those who say it cannot be done, should not interrupt those who are doing it" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stuffit 0 #29 November 11, 2004 QuoteQuoteDepends on what rig you are talking about. I would not say that it is harder but it is just a little different. I just got a new mirage with the "freefly handle". I love it but it is not the same grip as a hacky. I got used to it after two jumps, it just has a different feel but I feel more secure with it than with a hacky. I havent seen some of the other rigs but the mirage handle is so damn cool the way it tucks in. Hi Ed, I’m getting a Mirage. Is your FF handle part of a pull-out system or tucked into the BOC of a throw-out system? I would like to check out your new rig, are you jumping on Saturday? Phil Hey sorry for the delay. I didnt see it. I will be there this saturday the 13th. you are more than welcome to check it out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bdev 0 #30 November 12, 2004 I had my rigger convert my Javelin from throw-out hackey to throw-out freefly pud.... I found it does take a good few jumps to get used to, even after a bit of ground practise, but the extra security of it makes me feel more comfortable. Just pull higher for a while until you get the hang of it....--- One life...Use it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
