Slappie 9 #1 February 3, 2005 Ugh, I'm shopping for a container / aad / reserve ... The classifieds are awesome... BUT! Everything is either so old I can't sitfly in it or it's made for a <135 main. Why is everyone selling their tiny itty bitty rigs? Is there no one 180# and uses a 170-190 main anymore? "Find out just what any people will quietly submit to and you have found out the exact measure of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brains 2 #2 February 3, 2005 They are all upsizing Don't you know that the current trend is to fly a larger main and use weights for an increased wl? Never look down on someone, unless they are going down on you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #3 February 3, 2005 Quote They are all upsizing Don't you know that the current trend is to fly a larger main and use weights for an increased wl? No shit I see that... if I weighed 120# and was flying a hankerchief I'd be set! "Find out just what any people will quietly submit to and you have found out the exact measure of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racer42 0 #4 February 3, 2005 I had a nice 190 Hornet....but I sold it. Instead of downsizing I've decided to just gain weight.L.A.S.T. #24 Co-Founder Biscuit Brothers Freefly Team Electric Toaster #3 Co-Founder Team Non Sequitor Co-Founder Team Happy Sock Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flypunk 0 #5 February 3, 2005 yes there are, just eating a lot to avoid changing canopies... hehehe... hmmm got a container that fits a 170 for both, freefly friendly if you like pop tops.... no not that its actually a reflex ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustaBill 0 #6 February 3, 2005 I feel your pain...I myself am looking for something in the 190 range------------------------------------------------ I've done so much, with so little, for so long I'm now expected to do everything with nothing forever Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACMESkydiver 0 #7 February 3, 2005 Fortunately for me (and sorry, unfortunately for you ) I don't need to sell my rig any more. I've got a new Icon, Tri 190, Smart 175. And they work maaaaarvelously! (Except the reserve...now I wouldn't know how that flies, and I don't particularly wanna, either...'cept in a test situation, of course. ) Sorry bud. I can't let go of my stuff yet! And when I need to downsize by the end of the year, I will most likely give my stuff to my hubby to jump, as he'll be newer in the sport and the WL will be right for him. ~Jaye Do not believe that possibly you can escape the reward of your action. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
larsrulz 0 #8 February 3, 2005 Sold my wings/sabre 190 setup recently without a bit of trouble. The good news is those have excellent resale value once you find one! I got a strong urge to fly, but I got no where to fly to. -PF Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #9 February 3, 2005 Quote I feel your pain...I myself am looking for something in the 190 range ditto JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustaBill 0 #10 February 3, 2005 I'm tempted to just buy new canopies along with the new container I already decided on to save on the headaches.------------------------------------------------ I've done so much, with so little, for so long I'm now expected to do everything with nothing forever Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mailin 0 #11 February 3, 2005 Hey, if you got left over money after that, send it my way! I could use it JenArianna Frances Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JustaBill 0 #12 February 3, 2005 I'm gonna go over my allowance as it is if I go that route ------------------------------------------------ I've done so much, with so little, for so long I'm now expected to do everything with nothing forever Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman32 0 #13 February 3, 2005 It's just really funny, because there are lots of newbies out there, but where is all their stuff? I know its older gear but they are not as small as napkins Inveniam Viam aut Faciam I'm back biatches! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobsled92 0 #14 February 4, 2005 Get the container taht you want and treat yourself to a SABRE2. What a fun canopy!_______________________________ If I could be a Super Hero, I chose to be: "GRANT-A-CLAUS". and work 365 days a Year. http://www.hangout.no/speednews/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #15 February 4, 2005 Quote Get the container taht you want and treat yourself to a SABRE2. What a fun canopy! I have a main, I need the container and reserve. AAD is optional atm, I've jumped with & without. I'll find something. I'm really just window shopping right now to see what the used prices are. "Find out just what any people will quietly submit to and you have found out the exact measure of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #16 February 4, 2005 Quote there are lots of newbies out there, but where is all their stuff? They're jumping it! You don't see so many 190s in the classifieds 'coz they sell so quickly. And, I'd imagine in the States that it's usually to someone at the same DZ. There's no need to go online to find a buyer. Smaller canopies have a smaller potential market, so they'll likely be advertised for longer before being sold. At least, that's the way it works here in Australia. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobsled92 0 #17 February 4, 2005 Quote Quote Get the container taht you want and treat yourself to a SABRE2. What a fun canopy! I have a main, I need the container and reserve. AAD is optional atm, I've jumped with & without. I'll find something. I'm really just window shopping right now to see what the used prices are. ********** It could be worse, I'm trying to find a harness for a 5',1" person who should be under the same canopy size as you._______________________________ If I could be a Super Hero, I chose to be: "GRANT-A-CLAUS". and work 365 days a Year. http://www.hangout.no/speednews/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #18 February 4, 2005 Quote Is there no one 180# and uses a 170-190 main anymore? I have a nice 170 Stiletto I need to get rid of. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #19 February 4, 2005 Quote Quote Is there no one 180# and uses a 170-190 main anymore? I have a nice 170 Stiletto I need to get rid of. Wanna trade a 170 Silhouette for it? Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #20 February 4, 2005 Quote Wanna trade a 170 Silhouette for it? Spectre yes...........Silhouette.........NO! I need a Wingsuit canopy and the Vengeance just AIN'T cuttin it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #21 February 4, 2005 Silhoute would be a wonderful Wingsuit canopy. I've got 100 jumps on my Jedei and another 70+ on my Samuari and wingsuits.Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ravan 0 #22 February 4, 2005 Quote one 180# and uses a 170-190 main anymore that's the problem all us newbs are looking for the same rig I go through the classifieds once or twice a week looking for the same thing you are Food, Fornication, Freefall Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #23 February 4, 2005 If you'd be a Premiere member you could have the classifieds email you automatically when ever a new ad is posted with your keyword in it You can beat the vast majority of people that way. Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #24 February 4, 2005 Quote Silhoute would be a wonderful Wingsuit canopy. Yeah........but it's F-111. I didn't think people even jumped that stuff anymore. Well......except for Wingnut's Paracommander. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhreeZone 20 #25 February 4, 2005 Its got a ZP topskin. Try it... it'll surprize you. Jumpshacks Firebolt is a hybrid and I don't see people slamming it... And Wingi's PC is not F-111... F111 was'nt out yet when that was made. Yesterday is history And tomorrow is a mystery Parachutemanuals.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
