eightate8at8 0 #1 July 19, 2009 I took a short packing class a month or so ago, but I haven't done anything with it since as I'm finishing up my student status. I do however need to pack my chute within the next 4 jumps, as well as I'd like to continue packing. I remember the steps, I just am not 100% sure on the order dealing with the canopy. Does this sound correct? Get it over your shoulder and turn the nose to the side, count the cells and throw those between your legs. Now find the middle and seperate it evenly, and flake all the fabric between each set of lines. Then reach way down and find the outer layer and pull it up and over the riser covers, and then over each side, and set it all down.. From beginning to end of the canopy is all I need, but does that sound right? I feel like at some point I took the nose out from my knees but I can't remember when or for what purpose. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mrbiceps 0 #2 July 19, 2009 mate i would recommend that you just ask someone to watch your next few packs and make sure you are doing it right. I am sure you will find Someone to help you out. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ronaldo 0 #3 July 19, 2009 http://www.skydivingmovies.com/ver2/pafiledb.php?action=file&id=6886&string=packing You can't go wrong with this one Safe skies RonaldoEngineering Law #5: The most vital dimension on any plan drawing stands the most chance of being omitted Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IanHarrop 42 #4 July 19, 2009 On this site you will find a good packing guide http://www.sidsrigging.com/"Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brettski74 0 #5 July 19, 2009 The best guide is a coach, instructor or rigger to watch you pack. Soliciting tips on an internet forum from people you don't know is not an approach I would recommend. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chubba 0 #6 July 19, 2009 Don't forget the line check Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eightate8at8 0 #7 July 19, 2009 Guys, you don't have to worry about me hoping only for the internet to help me. Yeah, I have my amigos at the dz to help me out haha Just wanted to get a refresher, or a few links posted like I figured Thanks guys Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnDeere 0 #8 July 20, 2009 Quote Then reach way down and find the outer layer and pull it up and over the riser covers, and then over each side, and set it all down.. That would prob. not make for a good opening! No trying to be shitty. Just funnyNothing opens like a Deere! You ignorant fool! Checks are for workers! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #9 July 20, 2009 There's some good links here, but one I don't see is the FAA Rigger Book. I agree that these should be aids to learning how to pack, not substitutes for a live teacher. But you seem to understand that "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
timmyfitz 0 #10 July 20, 2009 QuoteThere's some good links here, but one I don't see is the FAA Rigger Book. Not meaning to bust your balls but how is a manual that is used to prepare to become a rigger(or more precise, to pass the rigger exam) helpful in packing a main parachute for someone that is still without an A license? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #11 July 20, 2009 Because there is a section in it on packing a square mainPage 75 "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
erdnarob 1 #12 July 20, 2009 You forgot to: 1) flake the tail and stabilizers after flaking the fabric between each set of lines (can be done before) 2) Make sure you keep the D-lines and preferably C-lines too as much as posible at the center. Can be done just before you pull the tail over. 3) Put the slider quaterly between the 4 sets of lines 4) wrap the tail around the flaked canopy and tight the middle part around the lines near the slider grommets 5) take about 15" (from the slider grommets position) of the 2 sides of the tail and make 3 x 180 degrees (more than that will start pulling the D-lines away from the center) 6) hold the 3 x 180 degrees crease with left hand and the tightly wrapped tail center around the lines with right hand and lay down the canopy on the floor. 7) kneel on the canopy where the lines are going out to lock that part of the packing and ... you probably know the rest. Good luckLearn from others mistakes, you will never live long enough to make them all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eightate8at8 0 #13 July 20, 2009 Thanks guys, it's all back to me now. That vid from skydiving movies beats anything from youtube, almost forgot about that site! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ronaldo 0 #14 July 21, 2009 Didn't I tell you? Engineering Law #5: The most vital dimension on any plan drawing stands the most chance of being omitted Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
