Mixxit 0 #1 November 29, 2004 I have a container (Vector 2) that will hold a 190. I'm thinking of getting a Spectre (7-cell). Am I able to bump up a size (i.e. 210) on a 7 cell and still have it fit in my container? Obviously a 210 is still a 210 but is the actual volume any different? Also, does anyone have any insight as to why I should get a 7 cell over a 9 cell? I've heard lots of different opinions but was just wonder what you guys thought. Thanks! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slotperfect 7 #2 November 29, 2004 Email Rosi Sigmon at Relative Workshop. Include the Vector II container size ("V" number) and canopy model/size information. She will get you a compatibility answer. rosi@relativeworkshop.comArrive Safely John Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canuck 0 #3 November 29, 2004 All things being equal, a 7 cell will have a lesser pack volume than a same sized 9 cell. The difference is in the extra nylon and suspension lines for the 2 extra cells. Would a 210 7 cell fit in a container made for a 9 cell 190 - probably. So would a 9 cell 210. Most containers can pretty easily accomodate a canopy one size plus or minus what they were built for. As to why people are suggesting a 7 cell - good question. 7 cell canopies have a lower aspect ratio and are thus less prone to off heading openings and line twists is one of the few arguments I can think of. In my opinion, 10 years ago the Spectre and the Triathalon (both 7 cells) were about the best canopies out there for newbies. They open beautifully, fly well, and are relatively forgiving. I think a lot of people just got in the habit of suggesting one or the other as the best choice for a first (new) canopy. Now, however, there are a ton more choices, lots of nine cells, like the Sabre 2 and the Pilot. You wouldn't go wrong with any of the above. Demo if you can. Canuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djmarvin 2 #4 November 29, 2004 First of all, I didn't know you got a rig. Congrats, you can bring beer to the Christmas party . I don't see a problem with a 210 fitting in a rig built for a 190. However the question comes to what was the rig built for. (Just to give you an example of larger mains in rigs, My orange Infinity has had a 170 in it before) Just curious, what kind of 7-cell are you looking at ? DJ Marvin AFF I/E, Coach/E, USPA/UPT Tandem I/E http://www.theratingscenter.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mixxit 0 #5 November 30, 2004 DJ, you clearly already have too much time on your hands in the off season if you're already cyber-stalking me! The guys on here always tell me to talk to my instructor, but they don't understand that my instructor is completely mental! I guess I should get some info from Relative. I'm pretty sure I could stuff a 210 in that container, but I don't want to wrestle with it everytime I pack. Any other insight on the 7-cell vs 9-cell? How many cases of beer do I owe now, DJ? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
j3zz 0 #6 December 2, 2004 I jump a 7-cell spectre and its a great little canopy. its easier to pack because you only have to be able to count the 8 instead of 10. But seriously it opens sweet and on heading better than the other canopoies I have jumped. Is there a good reason to get a 7-cell spectre vs a 9-cell pilot or such like?? Dunno go and test them as see which you prefer. jezz "Now I know why the birds fly" Hinton Skydivers Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
