tex08 0 #1 August 31, 2008 I am new to this sport and would like to know if there are any retail stores or large DZ's in the U.S. that offer a large selection of in stock skydiving equipment? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #2 August 31, 2008 Sure, there are a number of stores that have many items in stock ready to go. However, since a large majority of skydivers buy custom gear when buying new, its relatively moot. What, exactly, are you looking to buy? Also, have you checked your local DZ's gear shop? Many items like goggles, helmets, etc can be found there. As for complete rigs, mains, reserves, RSL, AAD and other discussions, a quick search will find you a wealth of information. Good luck! I see you're in TX, but where do you jump?--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tex08 0 #3 August 31, 2008 Hey AggieDave, any places in Texas that stock a good selection of helmets? Been jumping San Marcos which I enjoy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #4 August 31, 2008 Trent, at Spaceland, typically has a handful of popular helmets. So does the gear store at SD Dallas (last time I was there). Todd at Aggieland has a couple. I think Todd at Houston may have a couple as well. I would assume that SD San Marcos has a selection as well, but its been a while and my memory is hazy. If you're just wanting to try on helmets and look at them, ask around your DZ for the helmet(s) you're wanting to look at. That's what I've always tended to do, "Hey cool helmet, what kind is it? What size is it? Can I try it on, etc." SD San Marcos has a lot of cool jumpers, that approach should work well for you. That's it for Texas as far as I know. Although each DZ typically has a small selection of random stuff. There are larger retail stores in the US with a decent sized stock, but none of them are in Texas. Look towards the two coasts and AZ for that.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #5 August 31, 2008 Trent, at Spaceland, typically has a handful of popular helmets. Quote New gear store at Spaceland....LOTS more inventory, GREAT prices. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,317 #6 August 31, 2008 Quote "Hey cool helmet, what kind is it? What size is it? Can I try it on, etc." And someone actually looked at Dave's head and said, "Sure, give it a shot." Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #7 August 31, 2008 Quote Quote "Hey cool helmet, what kind is it? What size is it? Can I try it on, etc." And someone actually looked at Dave's head and said, "Sure, give it a shot." Now that he's swoopin' he uses a wash tub and a bungee cord...just hammers out the dents and throws on a fresh coat of paint every week! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
